Posted 04/15/2026
Job Number: 16088
Remote Sales Engineer
Deer Park, Texas • Remote
Industry: Engineering Firm
Job Category: Sales
Job Type: Direct Hire
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Job Description
Position Title: Remote Sales Engineer
The Sales Engineer plays a crucial role in driving project-based sales of industrial pump systems by engaging with engineers, EPC firms, and end users. This position is responsible for leading early-stage technical discussions and influencing specifications while managing the sales process from opportunity identification to project award. The individual must possess strong technical acumen and relationship-building skills to effectively translate complex application needs into competitive solutions. Success in this role requires a proactive approach to client engagement and a thorough understanding of the technical aspects of pump systems. The candidate will collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure that customer requirements are met effectively, making this a dynamic and impactful position within the organization.
Salary Range: $80,000 – $120,000 / Year DOE
Remote Sales Engineer Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain relationships with engineering firms, EPCs, plant engineers, and end users to drive specification and adoption of pump solutions
- Engage early in the project lifecycle to influence design decisions and position solutions
- Lead technical discovery conversations to understand application requirements
- Translate customer needs into high-level system concepts and coordinate with Applications Engineering for detailed pump selection and quoting
- Own the sales cycle from initial engagement through project award, including strategy, positioning, and closing
- Analyze RFQs, project specifications, and drawings to identify opportunities and define winning approaches
- Conduct technical presentations and product discussions with engineers, operations teams, and procurement stakeholders
- Collaborate cross-functionally with internal engineering, applications, and manufacturing teams to ensure solutions are feasible and competitive
- Provide technical guidance throughout the sales process, addressing objections and aligning solutions with customer requirements
- Attend 8-10 trade shows annually
Remote Sales Engineer Requirements:
- 3+ years of B2B experience in technical sales, sales engineering, or engineering roles within pumps, fluid handling, or industrial equipment
- Ability to translate customer needs into technical solutions
- Experience explaining different pumps and their value to client problems
- Understanding of pumps, valves, compressors, or fluid systems
- Ability to read specifications, drawings, and P&IDs
- Experience with project-based, consultative sales cycles
- Strong communication skills with non-sales buyers
- Must have a BS in Engineering, ideally mechanical
- Ability to engage with clients in their technical language
- Must be a likable person who can work with a variety of personalities
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage with a $600/month stipend added to paycheck
- 401K with a 3% match contributed after one year
- PTO of 2 weeks, increasing to 3 weeks after 5 years
- Standard federal holidays off
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