Remote International Sales Manager Jobs in Rochester, MI

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Position Summary

The Technical Sales Engineer supports the Technical Sales Manager and the broader Sales organization by providing technical expertise, developing customer-focused manufacturing solutions, and preparing accurate, competitive quotations. This role acts as a key technical interface between customers, Sales, Engineering, and Operations, ensuring that customer requirements are clearly understood and translated into feasible, cost-effective solutions.

The Technical Sales Engineer participates in customer meetings, evaluates manufacturing processes, develops system layouts and concepts, and collaborates with suppliers and internal teams to deliver high-quality proposals. This position requires strong analytical skills, technical acumen, and the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly.

Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions

(including but not limited to)

Technical Solution Development

• Analyze customer RFQs, technical specifications, and process requirements to determine suitable manufacturing solutions.
• Develop conceptual process flows, system layouts, equipment selections, and preliminary simulations.
• Identify risks, feasibility concerns, and optimization opportunities in proposed solutions.
• Ensure all proposed solutions meet customer requirements, engineering standards, and internal business goals.

Quotation & Cost Analysis

• Prepare complete technical sales quotations under the guidance of the Technical Sales Manager.
• Create cost sheets, evaluate manufacturing cost structures, and determine pricing inputs.
• Coordinate with suppliers to obtain cost details, validate feasibility, and confirm lead times.
• Ensure all quotations are technically accurate, competitive, and aligned with profitability targets.

Customer & Internal Collaboration

• Support the Technical Sales Manager in customer presentations, technical discussions, and onsite or remote meetings.
• Communicate effectively with Sales, Engineering, and Operations to clarify requirements, gather inputs, and support project feasibility discussions.
• 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 Expertise

• Apply knowledge of machining processes such as turning, grinding, gear hobbing, gear grinding, ECM/PECM, laser processing, robotics, and automation.
• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to identify process steps, tolerances, and critical features.
• Stay informed of emerging technologies, supplier capabilities, and competitive trends.
• Support internal initiatives to improve tools, processes, and documentation within the Technical Sales organization.

Travel & Customer Engagement

• Participate in domestic and international travel for customer visits, presentations, and project discussions as required.
• Provide professional, technically informed support to help customers make confident decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• 2–5+ years of experience in technical sales, applications engineering, or machinery/system integration.
• Experience in machining systems, manufacturing processes, or capital equipment is strongly preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to deliver clear technical explanations.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

You should be proficient in:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Data Analysis and Manipulation
• Mechanical Design & Engineering
• Product Design Experience
• Budgeting / Forecasting Experience
• Engineering Degree
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Process Development

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• CNC Automation Solutions