Sales Engineer Jobs in Elgin, IL

A Sales Engineer in the manufacturing engineering industry is a professional who combines technical knowledge with sales skills to provide advice and support on a range of products. They are responsible for explaining complex technical information to clients, working on product development and innovation, providing input on sales strategies and marketing actions, and identifying new business opportunities. Additionally, they serve as the key point of contact for clients, answering queries, providing technical advice, and introducing new products.

Potential Sales Engineers should possess a strong technical background, excellent interpersonal skills, and a proven sales track record. They should also have the ability to manage multiple projects and work to tight deadlines. Certifications such as Certified Sales Professional (CSP) or Certified Professional Manufacturers' Representative (CPMR) could be advantageous. Typical roles someone may have before becoming a Sales Engineer could include Technical Sales Representative, Product Engineer, or Manufacturing Engineer, which provide the necessary mix of technical expertise and customer-facing experience.

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Sales Engineer - Power Grid Automation

  • Westmont, IL (20 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westmont, IL (20 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Sales Engineer - Power Grid Automation The Sales Engineer must have strong interpersonal and entrepreneurial leadership skills for building linkages to external customers that lead to an in-depth discovery...

OpenText Solutions Engineer

  • Lake Forest, IL (24 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (24 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 1 day ago

About Cognizant's Digital Engineering Practice: At Cognizant Digital Engineering, a small cross functional team comprised of a Product Manager, an Architect, Full-Stack Developers, UI/UX designers and...

BEST-Associate Sales Engineer-HVAC- Arlington Heights IL

  • Arlington Heights, IL (14 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (14 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Citizenship or Permanent Residency Preferred: Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Degree, strongly preferred Previous sales, engineering or business experiences through co-ops, internships, part-time...

Customer Engineer

  • Itasca, IL (11 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Itasca, IL (11 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Position Type : Full time Type Of Hire : Experienced (relevant combo of work and education) Education Desired : General Equivalency Diploma Travel Percentage : 0% Job Description The world of...

SAP Data Solutions Engineer

  • Schaumburg, IL (7 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (7 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 6 days ago

We have several reputable client organizations who are seeking a skilled SAP Data Solutions Engineer with expertise in SAP ABAP or SAP BW. In this role, they will be instrumental in building and...

Technical Sales Representative

  • Streamwood, IL (2 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Streamwood, IL (2 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 7 days ago

About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions....

Lead Technical Sales Engineer - UOP Callidus Flares & Burners

  • Des Plaines, IL (17 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (17 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 8 days ago

at Honeywell in Des Plaines, Illinois, United States Job Description Honeywell is hiring a Lead Technical Sales Engineer - UOP Callidus Flares & Burners in Honeywell UOP's Equipment Technical Sales...

Application Sales Engineer II, Metals - Combustion and Heat Treatment

  • Naperville, IL (17 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (17 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 9 days ago

at Messer North America, Inc. in Naperville, Illinois, United States Job Description Description Job Summary: The Application Sales Engineer ( ASE ) is responsible for selling value-added technology-based...

HVAC Sales Engineer - Commercial/Industrial

  • Buffalo Grove, IL (17 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (17 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Commercial/Industrial HVAC Sales Engineer Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Commercial/Industrial HVAC Sales Engineer with a strong background in project sales....

Application Sales Engineer II, Metals - Combustion

  • Naperville, IL (17 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (17 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 12 days ago

at Linde in Naperville, Illinois, United States Job Description Description Job Summary: The Application Sales Engineer (ASE) is responsible for selling value-added technology-based gas applications...

Application Sales Engineer II, Metals - Combustion and Heat Treatment

  • Naperville, IL (17 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (17 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Job Summary: The Application Sales Engineer (ASE) is responsible for selling value-added technology-based gas applications in collaboration with the Account Managers....

HVAC Sales Engineer

  • Buffalo Grove, IL (17 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (17 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 15 days ago

To work as an HVAC sales engineer, candidates should have a strong background in an area such as mechanical or industrial engineering or field experience in commercial HVAC work....

Digital Integration Solutions Engineer/Power Systems Automation Engineer

  • Glendale Heights, IL (13 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Glendale Heights, IL (13 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Qualifications: Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer/Mechanical Engineering or Computer Science with at least 1 year of relevant experience OR a High School Diploma/GED...

HVAC Sales Engineer

  • Elgin, IL
  • 17 days ago
  • Elgin, IL
  • 17 days ago

To work as an HVAC sales engineer, candidates should have a strong background in an area such as mechanical or industrial engineering or field experience in commercial HVAC work....

HVAC Sales Engineer

  • Oswego, IL (24 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Oswego, IL (24 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 22 days ago

To work as an HVAC sales engineer, candidates should have a strong background in an area such as mechanical or industrial engineering or field experience in commercial HVAC work....

Demographic Data for Elgin, IL

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Salary for Sales Engineer Jobs in Elgin, IL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturingEngineers research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Sales Engineers in Elgin, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
55.0%
Master's Degree
29.2%
Associate's Degree
6.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.3%
High School or GED
3.3%
Doctorate Degree
1.7%
Some College
1.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sales Engineers in Elgin, IL
2-4 years
42.7%
Less than 1 year
14.5%
4-6 years
12.8%
8-10 years
10.2%
1-2 years
9.8%
6-8 years
9.4%
10+ years
0.7%



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