Now Hiring - Sales Engineer in Wheeling, IL

Quick Information:
Compensation for this role is between $70K & $100K based on skills and experience.
This role is 100% on-site and based out of our Holbrook Manufacturing Facility based in Wheeling, IL.
Join an Exciting Journey at Elgin Fastener Group:
Are you ready to fasten your seatbelt and embark on an exhilarating career journey with Elgin Fastener Group? We're not your average fastener company. We're a dynamic, fast-paced team that knows how to work hard and have a great time while doing it!
Elgin Fastener Group is all about quality, innovation, and building lasting connections. With eight locations across the United States and a close-knit team of approximately 400 employees, we take pride in creating high-quality screws, bolts, nuts, wire forms, and other fastener products that drive industries forward.
Why Choose Elgin Fastener Group?
Let's talk perks! We believe that a happy and motivated team is the secret sauce to success. When you join our team, here's what you can look forward to:
Above-Average Compensation Based on Skills and Experience, along with Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities: Your hard work will be duly rewarded!
Proudly Made in the USA: Embrace our commitment to crafting exceptional products made on American soil.
Enjoy a Supportive Community: In our 2022 employee surveys, one of the top reasons people work for EFG is the incredible relationships they build with their peers.
Engaging Monthly Meetings and Complimentary Meals: Savor the combination of interactive meetings and delicious complimentary meals, helping make sure you are well-informed and connected.
Unprecedented Empowerment: Step into an organization where you not only have direct access to the entire workforce but also the CEO, creating an environment of where your voice is heard and makes an immediate impact.
Milestone Celebrations: Prepare to be impressed with our remarkable anniversary gifts, honoring our employees' invaluable dedication and contributions to our success.
Pay on Demand from Paylocity: Get paid the same day you work because who likes waiting?\*
Tuition Assistance Programs: We support your career growth and love to see you thrive!
Primary Duties:
We're looking for a talented and enthusiastic individual who can tackle the following responsibilities like a champion:

• Collaborate with other departments to execute the company's Engineering and Sales Support strategy, providing technical support to sell engineered fastening solutions into the energy, automotive, agriculture, capital goods, and transportation industries.
• Provide technical support solutions to customers through various channels, including Regional Sales and Key Account Managers, Third Party Sales Agents, Distributors, Wholesalers, and OEMs. Conduct necessary engineering calculations to support product selection and recommendation. Analyze data and identify and resolve problems in a timely manner while offering alternative solutions.
• Manage project and product development from scoping to execution and optimization of customer processes, reporting progress to the customer care organization. Handle new business opportunities involving quoting, product specifications, building bill of materials, determining equipment needs, and estimating costs and customer schedules. Perform these duties at all EFG facilities and assist Quality with APQP process, FMEA studies, and control plans. Manage the engineering change process.
• Work closely with engineers, estimators, and other EFG team members to compile offers that meet the customer's requirements and EFG's profit goals. Track ongoing projects and convert them into orders that align with EFG's financial objectives.

What You Need for This Role:
If you're nodding your head and thinking, "This sounds like my kind of gig," here's what we're looking for in our ideal candidate:

• A bachelor's degree (BS) in engineering is preferred or equivalent work experience.
• 10+ years within a manufacturing environment.
• Two years minimum experience utilizing ERP systems.
• Excellent computer skills which include MS Office.
• Experience with AutoCAD or SolidWorks is required.
• Fastener knowledge is strongly preferred.
• Fluent and well-spoken in English with excellent technical writing skills.

What else do we have to offer?

• Vacation and PTO: We believe in work-life balance and encourage quality time off.
• Paid Holidays: Celebrate special moments with your loved ones with 80 hours of paid holidays.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits: We've got you (and your 2- and 4-legged family) covered when it comes to your health and well-being!
• Company-Sponsored Life and Disability Insurance: Your peace of mind matters to us.

Join our passionate team at Elgin Fastener Group, and let's create a future of excellence together! Apply now to fasten your career with us.
Elgin Fastener Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
We embrace diversity and believe that unique perspectives drive innovation and success.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year