Retail Options, Executive Search
Sales Engineer
- directions_car Elkhart
- work Full-time
About the position
About the Role:
We are seeking a high-energy, results-oriented Sales Engineer to be a key contributor to our rapidly growing business. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, sales acumen, and leadership skills to support product development, manufacturing, and dealer relationships. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background (mechanical or trade equivalent) with experience in bill of material (BOM) creation and maintenance, CAD design revisions, and ERP system management (Sage 100 experience preferred).
This is a cross-functional leadership position, working across engineering, sales, manufacturing, and operations to drive efficiency, improve processes, and enhance product performance in the generator industry.
Key Responsibilities:
Engineering & Product Development
- Create and maintain bills of materials (BOMs) to ensure accuracy in manufacturing and inventory control.
- Utilize CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent) to make design changes, revisions, and optimize manufacturing processes.
- Develop and update manufacturing work instructions and design files to ensure quality and efficiency.
- Work closely with product development teams to enhance generator designs for performance and manufacturability.
Sales & Business Growth
- Support the sales team with technical expertise, helping to create accurate sales quotes and proposals.
- Work closely with dealers, stakeholders, and specifying engineers to ensure product alignment with customer needs.
- Assist in developing product submittals and sales documentation to support business growth.
Cross-Departmental Collaboration & Leadership
- Work up and down the organizational structure and across departments to streamline processes and drive continuous improvement.
- Serve as a bridge between sales, engineering, and manufacturing, ensuring alignment on design updates, BOMs, and production schedules.
- Use Sage 100 ERP (preferred) to manage sales orders, inventory, and production planning.
- Balance multiple priorities and projects, ensuring timely execution and high-quality results.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent trade experience.
- Experience in bill of material (BOM) creation and maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar) for design revisions and product updates.
- Experience in manufacturing work instructions and design file management.
- Familiarity with Sage 100 ERP or similar platforms for inventory and order management is preferred.
- Proven leadership skills with a track record of working across departments and driving organizational success.
- Creative problem solver with the ability to balance multiple priorities and complex challenges.
- Passionate, high-energy individual who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and relationship-building skills.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to lead and shape the growth of a high-performing business.
- Work in a dynamic and fast-growing industry with innovative generator technology.
- Competitive salary, benefits, and professional development opportunities.
- A collaborative team environment where ideas and contributions are valued.
If you’re a technical expert with leadership abilities and a passion for driving business growth, we want to hear from you!
Place of work
Elkhart
United States of America
About the company
Relentless Talent Solutions, Powered by Innovation
We take a non-stop approach to talent acquisition by leveraging the power of artificial intelligence, social media, a database of over 7 million candidates, and a team of recruiters spanning the United States, the Caribbean, and Canada.
In today’s shrinking talent pool, speed is critical—and that’s where we come in. As a boutique firm with a broad reach, we manage the entire hiring journey—from the first conversation to the moment your new hire walks through your door.
What Sets Us Apart
Geographic Expertise: We succeed where others struggle—finding top talent in challenging regions and remote markets.
Discreet & Strategic: From confidential searches to special projects, we handle sensitive assignments with professionalism and precision.
End-to-End Partnership: Our team acts as an extension of your company, fully immersing ourselves in your business culture and hiring needs.
Our Core Values
We Build Long-Term Relationships
We go beyond transactions to foster genuine, lasting partnerships.
We Are an Extension of Your Team
We invest the time to understand your goals, culture, and hiring challenges.
We Move Fast—And Smart
We deliver top-tier candidates swiftly and efficiently—the first time.
We Focus on Quality, Not Quantity
You receive carefully vetted talent, not stacks of résumés.
We Handle Every Detail
Reference checks? Already done. Every candidate we present is fully vetted and ready for the next step.
Relevant places near
- Mishawaka
- Goshen
- Granger
- Dunlap
- Simonton Lake
- Osceola
- Wakarusa
- Bristol
- Edwardsburg
- Mishawaka
Job ID: 9522682
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