What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Engineer position at Applied Industrial Technologies?
The Outside Sales Engineer is responsible for driving revenue growth by combining technical expertise with consultative selling. This role involves developing relationships with new and existing customers, understanding their technical requirements, and recommending engineered solutions while managing the full sales cycle in a defined territory.
Sales & Business Development
Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment and provide growth opportunities for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.
Sales & Business Development
- Develop and execute territory sales plans to meet or exceed revenue targets
- Identify, qualify, and pursue new business opportunities
- Maintain and grow relationships with existing customers
- Conduct regular on-site customer visits and product presentations
- Prepare and deliver sales proposals, quotes, and contracts
- Understand customer applications and technical requirements
- Recommend appropriate products, systems, or engineered solutions
- Collaborate with engineering, applications, and operations teams to design solutions
- Provide technical presentations, demonstrations, and training
- Act as a technical liaison between customers and internal teams
- Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned accounts
- Forecast sales activity and maintain CRM records
- Manage pricing, negotiations, and closing activities
- Monitor customer satisfaction and resolve issues proactively
- Track market trends, customer needs, and competitor activity
- Provide feedback to product management and leadership
- Represent the company at trade shows, industry events, and customer meetings
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field)
- 2 years of experience in technical sales, field sales, or applications engineering
- Strong understanding of engineered or technical products
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly
- Proven ability to work independently in a territory-based role
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel extensively
Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment and provide growth opportunities for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.