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IFS COATINGS INC Sales Engineer - Custom Industrial Oven Systems in GAINESVILLE, Texas
We are a fast-growing, specialized manufacturer ofcustom gas catalytic infrared ovensused in industrial curing, finishing, and thermal processing applications. We pride ourselves on engineering excellence, energy efficiency, and a customer-focused approach. As a small company, every team member plays a vital role in delivering high-performance systems that solve complex challenges for manufacturers across North America.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a technically savvy and customer-focusedSales Engineerto support the sales process by bridging the gap between engineering and customer needs. This role is responsible for identifying new business opportunities, developing technical proposals, and providing application-specific solutions for industrial clients. Ideal candidates will combine strong communication skills with a solid background inengineering, manufacturing, or industrial equipment.
This is ahands-on rolefor someone who enjoys working with custom systems, building client relationships, and helping customers solve problems with engineered solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Sales and Business Development
- Identify, qualify, and develop relationships with industrial customers in target markets.
- Conduct discovery calls, site visits, and application assessments to understand customer needs.
- Present technical product solutions and communicate the value of our infrared oven systems.
Technical Proposal Development
- Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to develop quotes, system layouts, and technical proposals.
- Prepare and deliver detailed cost estimates, scope of supply documents, and RFQ responses.
- Support configuration of custom systems, including sizing, heat profiles, and process flow.
Customer Relationship Management
- Serve as the primary point of contact throughout the sales cycle, from first contact through project handoff.
- Educate clients on gas catalytic technology and help them evaluate ROI, efficiency, and performance benefits.
- Maintain records in CRM tools, track opportunity pipelines, and follow up regularly with prospects.
Travel and Industry Engagement
- Travel to customer sites for meetings, plant walkthroughs, and installations (as needed, up to 60%).
- Attend trade shows, industry events, and conferences (e.g.,FABTECH).
- Provide market feedback to help guide product development and business strategy.
Benefits:
- Competitive base salary plus commission or bonus structure
- Paid time off and holidays
- Travel expenses
- Professional development opportunities
- Collaborative and flexible work environment
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Education and Experience
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related field. (Equivalent technical or sales experience considered.)
- 2-5 years of experience in industrial sales, applications engineering, or technical account management.
- Experience selling or supporting custom machinery, ovens, or industrial automation equipment. Sales/ technical background in pretreatment, coatings, or application equipment experience is also preferred.
- Experience selling or supporting industrial coating operations.
Skills and Attributes
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving and consultative selling abilities.
- Technically inclined, with the ability to read drawings, specs, and system layouts.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and CRM systems. SAP experience a plus.
- Comfortable in both manufacturing and customer-facing settings.
- Highly self-motivated and able to manage priorities independently.
- Familiarity with infrared or gas catalytic heating technologies.
- Understanding of UL standards, industrial electrical systems, or powder coating processes.
- xperience working in or with small manufacturing businesses :::
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