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Palfinger

Sales Engineer Defense

Schaumburg, IL · On-site

... contracting space. In this role, you will combine technical expertise with customer engagement to ... Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. _____ What We Offer * Competitive ...

PALFINGER

Sales Engineer Defense

Schaumburg, IL

... contracting space. In this role, you will combine technical expertise with customer engagement to ... Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. _____What We Offer * Competitive ...

DivIHN Integration Inc

AI Integration Developer

Lemont, IL · On-site

$50.75 - $67.25/hr

... permanent talent. Visit us at -a-job/ to learn more and view our open positions. Please apply or ... Computer Protection Program The contractor(s) may have root access to government computers and/or ...

DivIHN Integration Inc

AI Integration Developer

Lemont, IL · Hybrid

$50.75 - $67.25/hr

... permanent talent. Visit us at to learn more and view our open positions. Please apply or call one ... Computer Protection Program The contractor(s) may have root access to government computers and/or ...

DivIHN Integration Inc

AI Integration Developer

Lemont, IL · Hybrid

$50.75 - $67.25/hr

... permanent talent. Visit us at to learn more and view our open positions. Please apply or call one ... Computer Protection Program The contractor(s) may have root access to government computers and/or ...

Halo Security Group

Be Seen First

Field Supervisor Security Officer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

The Field Supervisor is responsible for managing guards and staff that protect Halo's contracted ... A Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC) at time of hire or be exempt in accord with Illinois ...

DivIHN Integration Inc.

AI Integration Developer

Lemont, IL · Hybrid

$50.75 - $67.25/hr

... permanent talent. Visit us at to learn more and view our open positions. Please apply or call one ... Computer Protection Program The contractor(s) may have root access to government computers and/or ...

Avantor Inc.

Mechanical Engineer

Barrington, IL

$78K - $125.35K/yr

Create 3D models and detailed drawings using Solidworks CAD while adhering to best practices for ... Investigate problems, determine root causes, and design permanent solutions, implementing them ...

AMRESCO

Mechanical Engineer

Barrington, IL

$78K - $125.35K/yr

Create 3D models and detailed drawings using Solidworks CAD while adhering to best practices for ... Investigate problems, determine root causes, and design permanent solutions, implementing them ...

TEKsystems

Neovest - C# Developer

Chicago, IL

$80 - $100/hr

Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field What You'll Work On ... Opportunity to convert to a permanent role * Benefits available for eligible contractors If you're ...

RWE

DCE Director of Engineering

Chicago, IL

RWE Americas, LLC To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent Functional area ... Competent with computer software including Microsoft office suite, AutoCAD, and SKM/ETap

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Sales Engineer Defense

Palfinger

Schaumburg, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Palfinger rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

205th of 415 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

For more than 90 years, PALFINGER has set benchmarks with innovative crane and lifting solutions worldwide. As a leading technology and mechanical engineering company, we transform customer needs into seamlessly integrated solutions while providing opportunities for our people to grow, collaborate, and push beyond limits. We foster an environment where we reach up, reach out, and reach beyond. Become part of our team and let's lift each other to create what's next.
Palfinger is a global leader in lifting and handling solutions, serving commercial and military customers in over 130 countries. As our Defense Solutions division continues to expand, we are seeking a Sales Engineer to support growth within the government contracting space.
In this role, you will combine technical expertise with customer engagement to support the sales process. Working in close partnership with the Business Development team, you will help assess client requirements, develop tailored technical recommendations, and align offerings with Palfinger's product portfolio. Focused on the defense sector, you will help position effective, mission-ready solutions for complex operational environments, ensuring all offerings are reliable, compliant, and fit for purpose.
Your Responsibilities
  • Analyze customer technical requirements and align them with the company's solutions, selecting appropriate products, options, and identifying customs developments that are required.
  • Collaborate with specialized application engineers to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and lead-time implications of custom developments.
  • Support the sales team with technical expertise during client engagements, delivering engaging technical presentations that highlight product features and benefits.
  • Translate customer requirements into formal technical specifications to support costing, proposal development, and engineering execution.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of company products and technologies.
  • Monitor industry trends and competitor offerings. Attend industry events and tradeshows as necessary.
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Your Qualifications
  • 5 years of experience in a similar Sales Engineer or Technical role, preferably in the industrial or defense sector.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technical Sciences, or a related technical field.
  • Strong technical foundation with the ability to understand complex systems involving mechanical and hydraulic elements.
  • Experience in lifting solutions, truck upfitting, basic automation, and foundational CAD skills is considered a plus.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a solution-oriented and detail-focused mindset.
  • Ability to travel domestically and/or internationally (approx. 15%, depending on project and project phase)
  • This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. - 120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
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What We Offer
  • Competitive compensation: $110,000-140,000 + bonus eligible.
  • 401(k) with Company match.
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and short- and long-term disability (depending upon state). Wellness program offered.
  • Paid Company holidays and paid Personal Time Off (PTO).
  • Opportunity for continuous learning and career growth.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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