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Sales Engineer

Hydro-Gear
Sullivan, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 6/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/12/2026
Brief Description

Do you enjoy combining technical problem-solving with relationship building? Are you the type of person who likes working directly with customers to understand their challenges and develop real-world solutions using industry leading products? If you’re looking for a dynamic career where you can serve as a trusted technical advisor, help drive business growth, and see the direct impact of your work — this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for!

Hydro-Gear is a world leader in the design and production of precision drive solutions, serving multiple industries and delivering to customers worldwide. Our passion is innovation and a commitment to making our customers successful. Learn more about us at Hydro-Gear.com.

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As a Sales Engineer at Hydro-Gear, you’ll

  • Partner with customers and internal account managers to develop strong, long-term business relationships
  • Serve as the primary technical resource for non-turf OEM customers throughout the sales and product development process
  • Collaborate with customers to identify application needs and recommend hydraulic and electric drive solutions
  • Support vehicle development projects and help ensure successful integration and application of Hydro-Gear products
  • Provide ongoing technical guidance and support related to product performance, troubleshooting, field service, and warranty matters
  • Conduct on-site visits with OEM accounts to discuss new opportunities, evaluate applications, and support production programs
  • Work cross-functionally with engineering, product management, operations, quality and sales teams to deliver customer focused solutions
  • Help identify growth opportunities within existing and prospective accounts

Qualifications And Experience

  • College degree in a related technical, electrical, or mechanical engineering field preferred
  • Customer-facing experience in technical sales, applications engineering, industrial equipment, or related fields
  • Strong technical and hands-on aptitude
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to build customer trust and communicate technical concepts clearly
  • Comfortable working in a collaborative account team environment
  • Willingness to travel up to 50%

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role

The Ideal Candidate Is

  • Customer Focused
  • Technically Curious
  • Strong Communicator
  • Solutions Oriented
  • Comfortable balancing technical discussions and business relationships

If you enjoy solving problems, helping customers succeed, willing to schedule up to 50% of travel you’ll have a successful career in this role. And working in a fast-paced technical environment, this role offers an opportunity to build a rewarding long-term career!

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