Inside Sales / Applications Engineer - Paterson,NJ

Engineered Sales - Paterson, NJ

Paterson, NJ / Base Competitive Commission

For over five decades, The Rapid Group — comprised of Rapid Pump and Meter Service Co., Machinery Services Co., Delta Electro Power, Industrial Sales & Service, AC Furia, and O & M Solutions — has been an industry leader in mechanical and electrical solutions across the municipal, industrial, and commercial sectors.

With operations in White Plains, NY; Paterson, NJ; Wall Township, NJ; Long Island, NY; Freehold, NJ; Clifton, NJ; and Cranston, RI, we are known for our technical excellence, reliability, and unmatched customer service.

We are expanding our reach — and we are looking for a driven, technically skilled Engineered Sales individual to join our growing team and help shape the future of mechanical and rotating equipment solutions.

About the Role

• As an Engineered Sales, you will serve as both a sales strategist and technical consultant, helping customers design, select, and implement equipment that improves performance and efficiency.
• This is an exciting opportunity for a technical sales professional who enjoys being handson with equipment, solving complex problems, and building lasting relationships.
• If you are a resultsdriven salesperson with mechanical, rotating equipment, or pump sales experience, you will thrive here.
  
  

What You will Do

• Lead outside sales activities for pumps, rotating equipment, and mechanical systems.
• Help design, select, and size equipment to meet specifications and project goals.
• Develop detailed quotes and proposals, ensuring technical accuracy and clarity.
• Partner with internal teams to deliver customengineered solutions that exceed customer expectations.
• Negotiate vendor pricing, coordinate purchasing, and track deliveries and project timelines.
• Maintain accurate project budgets, ensuring financial and operational success.
• Troubleshoot field issues and support clients during startup, installation, and operation.
  
  

Who You Are

• An engineer with a sales mindset, or an experienced outside sales representative with deep knowledge of mechanical or pump systems.
• You are motivated, selfsufficient, and passionate about customer success.
• You thrive in environments where initiative, accuracy, and results are recognized and rewarded.
• A strong relationship builder who is able to overcome objections and deliver excellent customer service
• A creative thinker who is able to generate new business opportunities and revenue angles
  
  

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in technical, mechanical, or industrial sales (required).
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a technical field preferred — or equivalent handson experience in rotating or mechanical equipment sales.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Experience with CRM software for tracking clients and opportunities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Familiar with OSHA safety standards and best job site practices.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
• Must pass a preemployment drug screening and background check
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $55,000 65,000 Competitive Commission Structure
• Car Allowance
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Training & Career Growth Opportunities
• A supportive, technically advanced environment where your work drives tangible results