Field Sales Engineer - California

About the role

Ingersoll Cutting Tool Company is seeking a Field Sales Engineer to support and grow the customer base in the California region. The role requires daily travel (approximately 70–80%) throughout the assigned territory, focusing on in-person customer visits, relationship building, and driving sales growth.

Responsibilities

• Drive business growth through technical sales and/or hands-on machining experience
• Apply cutting tools across various workpiece materials and CNC programming (manual and CAM systems)
• Support and grow the customer base in the California region
• Conduct in-person customer visits and build relationships
• Work independently and within a team environment

Requirements

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in either technical sales or CNC machining/programming
• Prior sales experience in the cutting tool industry is a significant advantage
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work both independently and within a team environment
• Strong communication skills, a solid work ethic, and a high level of professionalism
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to safety

Qualifications

• Proven Technical Sales experience
• Hands-on machining experience applying cutting tools across a variety of workpiece materials
• CNC programming experience (manual and CAM systems)

Skills

• Technical Sales experience
• CNC Machining/Programming experience

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, an excellent 401(k) match, wellness reimbursement, and generous paid time off
• Collaborative, supportive, and focused on long-term success culture

Pay

A competitive base salary commensurate with experience, plus a commission structure with strong earning potential.

Schedule

Field-based role requiring daily travel (approximately 70–80%) throughout the assigned territory.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• An excellent 401(k) match
• Wellness reimbursement
• Generous paid time off

Application

Please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter highlighting your qualifications.