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Industrial Machinery, Fluid Engineering, Manufacturing, Engineering Services, Water Management.

Area Sales Manager

Pasadena, CAOnsiteFull TimeManager / HeadPosted 5 days ago

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Required skills

technical expertise
customer requirements
business benefits
products and technologies

Nice to have

product demonstrations
proposal development
contract negotiations
post-sales implementation

Role summary

Sulzer is seeking a Sales Engineering Specialist to provide technical expertise and support the sales process. This role bridges engineering and sales, helping customers understand product benefits and customizing solutions. The ideal candidate will have a technical background in engineering, 5-7 years of relevant experience, and strong solution selling and communication skills. Responsibilities include conducting product demonstrations, assisting with proposals, and supporting post-sales activities. Familiarity with CRM and technical documentation tools is preferred.

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

About the role

Job Summary
The Sales Engineering Specialist supports the sales process by providing technical expertise and helping customers understand how products meet their needs. This role bridges the gap between engineering and sales, ensuring technical accuracy and customer satisfaction.
This job profile is intended for professionals who apply advanced knowledge of a job area. Required to manage projects / processes independently with limited supervision. Typically coaches and reviews the work of lower level professionals.

This job and its associated grade are specifically aligned with roles that have the following scope of responsibility: Small, Medium, Large organization.

Key Responsibilities
Provide technical support during the sales process.
Conduct product demonstrations and presentations.
Collaborate with engineering and product teams.
Customize solutions based on client requirements.
Assist in proposal development and contract negotiations.
Support post-sales implementation and troubleshooting.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of products and technologies.
Skills & Qualifications
Typically a University degree (or equivalent work experience) and at least of 5-7 years of relevant experience (or equivalent skills) are minimally required to carry out the role.

Technical background in engineering or related field.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience in solution selling.
Ability to translate technical features into business benefits.
Familiarity with CRM and technical documentation tools.

What we offer you

PTO and 12 company-paid holidays
401K plan with a 6% match
Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disability
Health savings account matching
Motivating wellness program
Employee Assistance Program
Paid parental leave
Gym reimbursement

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.

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