Inside Applications Engineer – (25% Design / 75% Technical Sales)

Gables Search Group

Richfield, WI

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$65,000–$80,000
SKILLS
Clean Technologies, Cost Control, Customer Relations, Customer/Client Research, Data Analysis, Data Entry, Engineering, Engineering Software, Heat Transfer, Inside Sales, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Politics, Problem Solving Skills, Record Keeping, Resolve Customer Issues, Return on Investment (ROI), Revenue Growth, Rock Mechanics, Sales, Software Engineering, Team Player, Technical Consulting, Technical Sales, Technical/Engineering Design, United States Citizen
LOCATION
Richfield, WI
POSTED
Today

Inside Applications Engineer – (25% Design / 75% Technical Sales)

$65,000 - $80,000 • Washington County Area • 40-Year No-Layoff History Join a premier, financially sound manufacturer of high-ROI sustainable industrial technologies Work in a collaborative, "no-politics" environment with a century-long commitment to job security

  • EXPERIENCE 5+ Years Mechanical Engineering & 2+ Years Technical Sales
  • EDUCATION Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Required)
  • VOLUME Comfortable managing 20–25 technical customer calls per day
  • COMP $65,000 – $80,000 + Performance Incentives
  • LOCATION Greater Richfield / Germantown area
  • TYPE Full-Time, Permanent, W-2 (100% Onsite)
  • AUTH US Citizen or Green Card Holder required

This is a rare engineering role that combines technical design with the fast-paced world of industrial sales. Our client is a highly respected manufacturer of environmentally friendly systems that reduce energy costs and pollution. Because their products typically pay for themselves in less than a year, the company has seen consistent, sustainable growth for 40 years—maintaining a perfect record of zero layoffs since its founding.

You will be working with industry-specific, automated software that streamlines the quoting and proposal process, allowing you to focus on high-level problem-solving rather than administrative data entry. The culture is built on collaboration and professional reward, set in a clean, modern facility. If you are an engineer who thrives on customer interaction and wants to use your technical expertise to solve real-world industrial challenges, this is a rock-solid career home.

What You Will Be Doing

  • Spending approximately 30% of your time on the phone, managing 20–25 daily technical consultations with customers
  • Applying advanced mechanical engineering knowledge to customize product solutions for varied industrial applications
  • Investigating customer needs and solving complex technical problems through specialized system designs
  • Utilizing automated engineering software to generate quotes and high-impact proposals in record time
  • Analyzing customer data to provide strategic alternative proposals to the internal sales team
  • Communicating technical specifications via phone, email, and virtual meetings to drive the sales process forward
  • Collaborating with the manufacturing team to ensure that quoted solutions are optimized for production

What We Are Looking For

  • Technical Engineering: 5+ years of hands-on mechanical engineering experience with a strong mechanical aptitude
  • Sales Acumen: 2+ years of experience in industrial or technical sales; you must genuinely enjoy speaking with customers
  • Education: A Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline is required
  • Communication: Exceptional ability to translate complex engineering concepts into clear, value-driven solutions for clients
  • Stability: A rock-solid, stable work history demonstrating long-term commitment and professional growth
  • Requirements: Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder residing within 45 minutes of the facility
  • Strong Plus: Prior experience with combustion systems or heat transfer technologies

About the Company

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Gables Search Group

Gables Search Group headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio has been a leader in search and placement nationwide since 2002.  Our company specializes in both direct and contract (temporary) staffing in all industries and disciplines.

At Gables Search Group, we connect exceptional professionals with outstanding organizations.  Our commitment to integrity, excellence, partnership, innovation, and respect sets us apart. With a personalized approach to recruitment, we ensure the perfect match between candidates and employers.

Whether you are a talented professional seeking new opportunities or an organization looking to build a high-performing team, Gables Search Group is here to guide you through the journey. Our success is built on the success of our clients and candidates, and we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the careers and businesses we serve.

COMPANY SIZE
50 to 99 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2002
WEBSITE
https://www.gablessearch.com/