Jobs · Business Development · Ohio

Sales Engineer | Mechanical Engineering & Manufacturing Graduate

DRT Metal Packaging · Dayton, OH · 1 mo ago
Business DevelopmentFull-time

About the role

Are you a Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Process Engineering graduate who enjoys solving problems, working with customers, and seeing the direct impact of your solutions? DRT is seeking a technically driven Sales Engineer to help manufacturers improve equipment performance, reliability, and productivity. This role combines engineering, customer engagement, technical problem-solving, and business strategy across Parts, Service, Technical Solutions, Equipment Upgrades, and Capital Equipment. This is not a traditional sales role. We're looking for engineers and technically minded professionals who are curious, analytical, and motivated to understand customer challenges and develop solutions that deliver measurable value.

Responsibilities

  • Develop a strong understanding of customer operations, manufacturing processes, and installed equipment
  • Analyze equipment performance, service history, and operational needs to identify opportunities for improvement
  • Recommend technical solutions including replacement parts, upgrades, training, maintenance programs, and capital equipment
  • Partner with Engineering, Operations, Service, and Commercial teams to develop customer-focused solutions
  • Prepare technical proposals, quotations, and value-driven recommendations
  • Manage opportunities from initial discovery through implementation and follow-up
  • Support strategic account growth through proactive customer engagement and lifecycle planning
  • Utilize CRM and business systems to track opportunities and customer activity

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Process Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline
  • Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Skills

  • Internship, co-op, or professional experience within manufacturing, industrial equipment, automation, machinery, or engineering environments
  • Experience with CRM, ERP, Power BI, or similar business systems
  • Exposure to industrial machinery, capital equipment, aftermarket services, or technical support functions

Benefits

  • Medical benefits beginning Day One
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Professional development and mentorship opportunities
  • Direct exposure to engineering, manufacturing, and commercial leadership
  • Hands-on involvement with industrial equipment and customer operations
  • Career paths into Technical Sales, Account Management, Business Development, and Commercial Leadership
  • Career growth opportunity

Pay

Competitive Pay + Performance Bonus

Schedule

1st Shift | Monday - Friday | 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM

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