Sales Engineer

Job Title: Sales EngineerCompany: Westport Precision Partners, LLCDepartment: Sales / EngineeringReports To: General ManagerPosition Summary:The Sales Engineer serves as the technical liaison between the customer and the manufacturing team, combining strong engineering knowledge with excellent sales and communication skills. This individual is responsible for identifying customer needs, developing tailored solutions, preparing cost estimates and proposals, and ensuring customer satisfaction from inquiry to delivery.Key Responsibilities:Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customersUnderstand customer requirements and translate them into technical solutionsPrepare and present technical proposals and quotesCollaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure feasibility and alignment of customer requirementsServe as the point of contact for technical questions from customersConduct site visits, product demonstrations, and presentations as neededSupport the sales process from lead generation to order fulfillmentProvide input on pricing strategies based on cost estimates and market conditionsMonitor project timelines and customer expectations throughout the order lifecycleStay current with industry trends, competitors, and new technologiesQualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience)3 years of experience in technical sales, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environmentStrong understanding of manufacturing processes, such as machining, sheet metal fabrication, welding, and assemblyExcellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skillsAbility to read and interpret technical drawings and specificationsProficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with CRM systems preferredWillingness to travel to customer sites as needed (up to 25%)Preferred Skills:Experience in a sales roleBringing a book of business to draw fromFamiliarity with sheet metal, machining and electromechanical assembliesBackground in quoting or cost estimatingKnowledge of ERP systems and manufacturing workflowsWork Environment:Office and manufacturing floor environmentOccasional travel to customer locations, trade shows, or industry eventsJob Type: Full-timeBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offVision insuranceAbility to Commute:Stratford, CT 06615 (Required)Work Location: In personCompany DescriptionWestport Precision, founded in 1979, has grown from a small shop to one of New England’s largest precision sheet metal fabrication companies. Our new state-of-the-art facility allows us to provide our employees with an up-to-date, clean work environment and modern equipment.