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Sales Engineer

Exact Metrology: A Division of In-Place Machining Company
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/25/2026
Job Type

Full-time

Description

In-Place Machining Company is looking for a mechanically skilled, customer-focused engineer who excels at solving technical problems and building strong client relationships. This position is ideal for someone with mechanical engineering experience who also enjoys sales, communication, and guiding customers toward the right technical solutions.

Requirements

What You’ll Do

  • Work directly with customers to understand technical needs and project challenges
  • Support quoting, estimating, and development of technical scopes of work
  • Present IPM’s engineering capabilities and solutions to customers
  • Visit job sites, review engineering drawings, and identify new opportunities
  • Build and maintain long-term customer relationships
  • Collaborate with engineering, field operations, and marketing to support industry growth

What You Bring

  • 5 years of experience in mechanical engineering, field service, machining, industrial maintenance, or technical sales
  • Strong mechanical aptitude with demonstrated problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent customer-facing communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings; GD&T knowledge preferred
  • Experience with SolidWorks and CAM software
  • Strong organizational skills with a high level of accountability and follow-through
  • Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to service excellence
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred)
  • Technical degree, relevant certifications, or equivalent hands-on mechanical experience will be considered

Why Join Us

  • Solve real-world mechanical challenges across a variety of industries
  • Combine engineering expertise with customer-focused problem solving
  • Opportunities for career growth within a leading industrial services organization
  • Exposure to unique field projects and complex industrial applications
  • Collaborative and supportive culture centered on safety, teamwork, and technical excellence

Requirements

  • Ability to travel up to 60% (domestic and international)
  • Valid driver’s license

Join a Team That Invests in You!

We believe great people deserve great rewards. That’s why we offer competitive wages designed to recognize your skills and contributions—because your work matters here.

But It Doesn’t Stop At Your Paycheck. We Provide a Comprehensive Benefits Package To Support You Now And, In The Future, Including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
  • A 401(k)-retirement plan to help you build long-term financial security
  • Plus additional perks and benefits that make work—and life—better

If you’re looking for more than just a job—if you want a place where you’re valued, supported, and rewarded—we’d love to have you on our team!

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