Sales Engineer
BlackStar, Wheeling, IL, United States
Job Overview
We are hiring a
Sales Engineer with strong experience in abrasive products and industrial machinery , specializing in
grinding, honing, lapping, and polishing applications . This is a highly technical sales role focused on industrial diamond abrasives and precision equipment used in advanced manufacturing industries, including
semiconductor, aerospace, automotive, medical, and photonics .
IMPORTANT:
Candidates must have direct experience in abrasives or industrial machining processes. Applicants without this background or with frequent job changes will not be considered.
Key Responsibilities
Drive technical sales of abrasive products and precision machinery
Conduct customer needs analysis for grinding, honing, lapping, and polishing applications
Deliver technical presentations and product demonstrations
Develop customized engineering solutions to improve performance and efficiency
Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing and account growth
Provide post-sale technical support and troubleshooting
Build long-term relationships with engineers, plant managers, and procurement teams
Identify new business opportunities and support market expansion
Maintain CRM records, forecasts, and sales reporting
Travel 50–75% to customer sites, trade shows, and industry events
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering field preferred
3–5+ years of experience in the abrasives industry or industrial machinery sales
Strong technical knowledge of grinding, honing, lapping, and polishing processes
Ability to explain complex technical solutions to customers
Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
Experience using CRM systems and Microsoft Office
What We Offer
Competitive base salary + commission and performance incentives
Health, dental, and disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Car allowance and travel reimbursement
Opportunity to work with a global manufacturer in precision abrasive technology
About the Company
We are a US-based manufacturer of advanced abrasive products and precision capital equipment, serving global high-tech industries with innovative solutions for ultra-precision manufacturing and surface finishing applications.
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We are hiring a
Sales Engineer with strong experience in abrasive products and industrial machinery , specializing in
grinding, honing, lapping, and polishing applications . This is a highly technical sales role focused on industrial diamond abrasives and precision equipment used in advanced manufacturing industries, including
semiconductor, aerospace, automotive, medical, and photonics .
IMPORTANT:
Candidates must have direct experience in abrasives or industrial machining processes. Applicants without this background or with frequent job changes will not be considered.
Key Responsibilities
Drive technical sales of abrasive products and precision machinery
Conduct customer needs analysis for grinding, honing, lapping, and polishing applications
Deliver technical presentations and product demonstrations
Develop customized engineering solutions to improve performance and efficiency
Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing and account growth
Provide post-sale technical support and troubleshooting
Build long-term relationships with engineers, plant managers, and procurement teams
Identify new business opportunities and support market expansion
Maintain CRM records, forecasts, and sales reporting
Travel 50–75% to customer sites, trade shows, and industry events
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering field preferred
3–5+ years of experience in the abrasives industry or industrial machinery sales
Strong technical knowledge of grinding, honing, lapping, and polishing processes
Ability to explain complex technical solutions to customers
Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
Experience using CRM systems and Microsoft Office
What We Offer
Competitive base salary + commission and performance incentives
Health, dental, and disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Car allowance and travel reimbursement
Opportunity to work with a global manufacturer in precision abrasive technology
About the Company
We are a US-based manufacturer of advanced abrasive products and precision capital equipment, serving global high-tech industries with innovative solutions for ultra-precision manufacturing and surface finishing applications.
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