Sales Engineer | Mechanical Engineering & Manufacturing Graduate

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

Qualifications

Required:

• 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

Preferred:

• 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
• Direct exposure to engineering, manufacturing, and commercial leadership
• Hands-on involvement with industrial equipment and customer operations
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities
• Career paths into Technical Sales, Account Management, Business Development, and Commercial Leadership

Career Growth Opportunity: This role provides significant exposure to customers, equipment applications, manufacturing operations, and commercial strategy. Successful candidates can grow into Account Management, Strategic Business Development, Technical Sales Leadership, or other customer-facing leadership positions.

Pay

Competitive Pay + Performance Bonus

Schedule

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