Sales Engineer-Hard Rock Mining (Western Region)

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and sell GRT Rubber products and systems into hard rock mining operations, especially in copper and gold mining segments.
• Identify and pursue new customer opportunities while nurturing and expanding existing accounts.
• Learn and communicate the technical value of GRT Rubber's wear-resistant materials, transfer systems, and rubber-based solutions.
• Build strong relationships with site personnel, procurement teams, engineers, and decision-makers.
• Conduct site visits, deliver technical presentations, and coordinate product demos and on-site training.
• Provide feedback to internal teams to support product development, innovation, and customer success.
• Accurately manage sales activity, pipeline data, and forecasting using CRM tools.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of industry trends, competitors, and market conditions within the Western U.S.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of sales experience in mining, heavy industrial, or equipment sectors.
• Demonstrated success selling to hard rock operations (copper, gold, or similar).
• Technical aptitude in crushing, screening, conveying systems, or wear materials.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Self-starter with strong time-management skills and willingness to travel up to 60%.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Business, or related discipline.
• Familiarity with GRT Rubber products, wear-resistant systems, or transfer points.
• Existing contacts in major mining companies (e.g., Freeport-McMoRan, Newmont, Barrick).
• CRM proficiency (e.g., Salesforce).
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Why GRT Rubber?

GRT Rubber is a leading manufacturer of engineered rubber products for industrial markets, delivering durable, high-performance solutions for demanding applications. We are expanding our footprint in the hard rock mining industry, and this role is critical to that growth. You'll work with a supportive, innovative team dedicated to helping mining operations reduce costs, improve reliability, and stay competitive in a challenging market.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary and bonus structure
• Company vehicle allowance
• Health, dental, vision & life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Supportive, growth-oriented culture
• Career development opportunities within a growing company

Location

The ideal candidate will be geographically located in Nevada, Utah, or Arizona.