Sales Application Engineer

Description

Act as a customer- and technically-oriented sales partner, showcasing the organization’s engineering expertise and manufacturing strengths to internal stakeholders and external customers in support of new business development and ongoing technical support

Support growth within the Windings product portfolio by collaborating with existing and prospective customers to develop customized solutions utilizing capabilities across stator, rotor, motor, and generator production

Grow market presence while deepening relationships with current customers through hands-on technical engagement, solution refinement, and commercial collaboration aligned with long-term strategy

Create pricing strategies, cost estimates, and commercial offerings that contribute to profitable and scalable growth, including detailed cost breakdowns and margin-conscious quotations

Convert customer needs into well-defined technical and commercial requirements, ensuring proposals accurately capture scope, assumptions, tooling needs, engineering content, and delivery timelines

Generate sales quotes for catalog or standard products not requiring engineering review, as well as detailed statements of work and proposals for custom or engineered solutions

Serve as a key technical point of contact for customers by leveraging deep understanding of internal capabilities to propose optimal solutions and surface any limitations or development needs

Provide technical insight to Business Development efforts by engaging customers early in the design and concept phase while clearly articulating the company’s competitive advantages

Work closely with engineering teams to remain informed on newly developed technologies, processes, and capabilities that can be introduced to customers and prospects

Engage selectively with suppliers to obtain external cost inputs required to support customer proposals

Promote internal standards and best practices while ensuring customer expectations and critical requirements are clearly communicated to internal teams

Proactively manage and communicate changes to technical requirements or project scope with both customers and internal stakeholders

Participate in the organization’s established sales, forecasting, and operational review processes

Apply design-for-manufacturing and design-for-assembly (DFM/DFA) principles when assessing customer designs and new opportunities

Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to identify cost savings, process improvements, and lead‑time reduction opportunities

Maintain accurate and current information within the Windings CRM platform to support pipeline visibility, forecasting, and reporting

Ensure all activities and customer interactions align with applicable quality standards, systems, and company policies

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to evaluate complex scenarios, apply sound judgment, and make effective decisions independently in real‑time environments

Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining responsiveness in fast‑moving, deadline‑focused settings

Strong attention to detail with excellent listening and communication skills, able to convey information clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing

Proficient in the regular use of Microsoft Office tools

Comfortable interpreting detailed, multi‑level technical drawings and applying engineering principles in practical applications

Known for professionalism, integrity, and accountability, with a strong sense of ownership over assigned responsibilities

Displays curiosity, positivity, and a collaborative approach, while also remaining self‑motivated and productive when working independently

Position may require limited travel (approximately up to 5%) to customer locations or industry events for relationship development and company representation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field required; equivalent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of formal education

Experience

Minimum of two years of practical experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or design-focused environment

Candidates with hands‑on exposure to electric motor manufacturing and/or component assembly are strongly preferred

Experience creating cost models for manufacturing operations or engineering services engagements is beneficial

Prior involvement in technical sales support within a manufacturing or engineering services organization is preferred

Background in developing technical documentation such as quotations, proposals, specifications, or testing documentation is advantageous

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of New Ulm, MN.

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in New Ulm,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $70,000 - $100,000