As a Sales Engineer I, you'll serve as the technical and commercial bridge between customers, sales teams, and manufacturing operations. You'll be responsible for developing accurate cost estimates, analyzing technical requirements, supporting proposal development, and helping ensure projects are both technically sound and financially successful. This role combines engineering expertise, customer interaction, and business acumen to drive successful project outcomes.
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Determine material and labor requirements and prepare detailed itemized estimates based on customer RFQs
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Calculate project costs and prepare estimates used for bidding, vendor selection, and costeffectiveness analysis
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Consult with customers, vendors, and internal teams to develop estimates and resolve technical or pricing concerns
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Provide technical support and pricing guidance to sales teams based on customer requirements
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Analyze customer specifications and recommend optimal product configurations, installation methods, and implementation strategies
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Estimate project effort, timelines, labor requirements, and resource allocation
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Review sales proposals for accuracy, completeness, and overall quality
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Develop and maintain cost control procedures, tools, and documentation to support project budget management
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Coordinate procurement and costrelated information to support forecasting, risk analysis, and project planning
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Analyze project and cost data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement
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Ensure compliance with all applicable ISO standards and company operating procedures
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Apply technical expertise in manufacturing processes, materials, and costestimating methodologies
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Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned
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Enjoy combining technical problemsolving with customerfacing responsibilities
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Have strong analytical and costestimating skills
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Can confidently interpret technical specifications and customer requirements
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Communicate effectively with customers, vendors, and crossfunctional teams
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Take a detailoriented approach to project planning and proposal development
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Are comfortable working in a fastpaced manufacturing environment
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Have a continuous improvement mindset and enjoy process optimization
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Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field preferred
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24 years of estimating experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment
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Experience developing project cost estimates and analyzing technical requirements
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Strong analytical, organizational, and problemsolving skills
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and estimating tools
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JobBOSS (ECI) software experience preferred
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Knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and costestimating methods preferred
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Ability to see and hear effectively, including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment
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Ability to frequently move, stand, and walk throughout the workday
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Frequent use of hands for handling, reaching, touching, and operating office equipment
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Ability to maintain concentration and accuracy while performing detailed analytical work
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Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds
Join a growing manufacturing organization where your technical expertise and business insight directly impact project success and customer satisfaction. You'll collaborate with experienced professionals across engineering, sales, and operations while helping deliver innovative solutions and accurate project estimates that drive company growth.
Department: Sales & Marketing
Hire Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $71 – 87K
Location: Saint Paul, MN
Tempco Manufacturing is a 3rd generation, family held company, founded in 1945. We are a leading manufacturer of custom metal stampings and custom sheet metal fabrication. We work in just about every industry including: aerospace, medical devices, electronic compenents, lighting, hardware, automotive, industrial equipment, and firearms manufacturing. Over the years, we have continued to grow as a company and add employees for existing and new positions. We offer full-time and part-time employment as well as internship opportunities. We are committed to the growth and success of our employees.
