Sales Engineer/Application Engineer

This on-site Applications Engineer role focuses on generating engineered solution quotations for custom workholding and related mechanical solutions. You will use engineering calculations, CAD models, and layouts to develop technical proposals that align with customer requirements and existing manufacturing capabilities. By applying a consultative approach, you will influence customer decision-making, help them apply products and services to their specific needs, and ensure solutions are safe, profitable, and aligned with company standards.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with Inside Sales, Regional Sales, Sales Representatives, and customers to understand application needs and deliver effective technical solutions.
• Analyze product specifications and application requirements to design engineered solutions that are compatible with existing manufacturing processes and capabilities.
• Prepare detailed proposals, quotations, and supporting documentation for engineered workholding and related mechanical solutions.
• Serve as a technical expert on company products, providing technical presentations and sales proposals to customers and stakeholders.
• Create concept drawings, perform engineering calculations, and develop CAD designs to meet project requirements and customer expectations.
• Maintain, organize, and update engineering CAD files and technical data to ensure accuracy, traceability, and easy accessibility.
• Work directly with customers to evaluate applications, identify improvement opportunities, and provide timely technical feedback and recommendations.
• Stay informed on industry trends, new technologies, and product updates to support business development and enhance solution offerings.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and leadership, ensuring timely resolution of technical and commercial issues and completion of required documentation.
• Estimate and record the cost, selling price, and delivery date of engineered solutions, and generate bids in the ERP system.
• Determine risk management for custom tooling and limit exposure to unsafe or unprofitable engineered solutions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including participation in corrective and preventive action (CAPA) processes.
• Adhere to company policies, safety standards, and quality requirements in all engineering and quotation activities.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $36.05/hr.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Schedule

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elk Grove Village, IL. The position is fully onsite.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.