Inside Sales Applications Engineer

Komline-Sanderson - Rockford, IL

Full-time

Rockford, IL

Machinery Manufacturing

About the position

The Inside Sales Applications Engineer at Komline-Barnes will work closely with the Sales Team to understand customer requirements, provide cost estimations, recommend suitable solutions, and create detailed technical proposals for customized machining solutions. This role is essential in ensuring that customer needs are met with precision and technical expertise.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates and comprehensive written quotes for products.
• Perform preliminary system sizing quotations of custom machinery including filter tank volumes, pump sizing, and temperature control units.
• Contact suppliers to obtain key component pricing.
• Accompany Sales Representatives to customer sites to gather detailed project information.
• Utilize technical knowledge to clarify terminology and supply or obtain missing information from Sales Representatives.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to incorporate their inputs into quotations and coordinate pricing for proposals.
• Assist in creating proposal drawings as needed.
• Conduct special projects such as market studies, product analysis, marketing communications, and promotional activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of experience in machine cost estimating or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated skills in mechanical design, including knowledge of mechanical systems and principles.
• Experience with drafting software such as AutoCAD preferred.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office and other enterprise systems such as Microsoft Dynamics and Salesforce.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve detailed issues.
• Ability to prioritize competing priorities to meet expectations of stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.