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Advanced Machining Solutions Sales Engineer
EMAG - USA
Farmington Hills, MI Job Details 3 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Customer communication Full Job Description Step Into a Day as Our Advanced Machining Solutions Sales Engineer You start your morning reviewing new RFQs and technical specs from prospective customers. With coffee in hand, you translate those requirements into conceptual process flows and system layouts—turning, grinding, gear hobbing and grinding, ECM/PECM, laser processing, robotics, and automation all on the table. By mid-morning, you huddle with the Technical Sales Manager to align on strategy and next steps. After lunch, you're on calls with key suppliers to validate feasibility, nail down cost details, and confirm lead times.
The afternoon is about precision:
building cost sheets, pressure-testing assumptions, and preparing accurate, competitive quotations. Before you close the laptop, you join a cross-functional review with Sales, Engineering, and Operations to de-risk the concept and finalize a compelling proposal package. Why Join EMAG The EMAG Group invests in people—offering global exposure, challenging work, and tailored development programs to help you grow your strengths. At EMAG LLC, you'll also enjoy a rich benefits package with a healthy 401k match and a $0 employee premium on our medical, dental, and vision coverage. What You'll Drive Analyze customer RFQs, specifications, and process needs to define viable manufacturing solutions. Develop conceptual process flows, system layouts, equipment selections, and preliminary simulations. Identify risk areas, feasibility concerns, and optimization opportunities to improve solutions. Ensure proposed solutions align with customer requirements, engineering standards, and internal business objectives. Quotation and Costing Excellence Prepare complete technical sales quotations in close partnership with—and under the guidance of—the Technical Sales Manager. Create cost sheets, assess manufacturing cost structures, and determine pricing inputs. Coordinate with suppliers to obtain cost data, validate feasibility, and verify lead times. Deliver quotations that are technically sound, competitive, and aligned with profitability targets. Collaboration That Moves Deals Forward Support the Technical Sales Manager during presentations, technical discussions, and onsite or remote meetings. Work closely with Sales, Engineering, and Operations to clarify requirements and support feasibility reviews. Participate in cross-functional reviews for solution development, cost validation, and risk assessment. Assist in developing technical documentation, proposal packages, and customer-facing materials. Technical Mastery You'll Apply Machining and manufacturing processes: turning, grinding, gear hobbing, gear grinding, ECM/PECM, laser processing.
Automation integration:
robotics and automation within CNC environments. Interpretation of engineering drawings/specifications, including process steps, tolerances, and critical features. Tracking emerging technologies, supplier capabilities, and competitive trends. Improving internal tools, processes, and documentation within Technical Sales. Travel & Customer Engagement Expect domestic and international travel to customer sites for visits, presentations, and project discussions. You'll provide professional, technically informed guidance that empowers customers to make confident decisions. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience). 2-5+ years in technical sales, applications engineering, or machinery/system integration. Background in machining systems, manufacturing processes, or capital equipment strongly preferred. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with the ability to simplify complex topics. Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally. Core Proficiencies Data analysis and manipulation Mechanical design and engineering; product design experience Budgeting and forecasting Excellent communication Process development Technologies You'll Touch CNC automation solutions
