Inside Sales Engineer

Posted: 02/06/2026

Employment Type:

Direct Placement Job Industry: Manufacturing Job Number: 26-00053

Overview

An industrial manufacturing organization is seeking an Inside Sales Engineer to support service, spare parts, and aftermarket sales for complex mechanical equipment. This role is customer-facing and technical, focused on quote generation, order intake, and coordination with engineering, field service, and sales teams. Ideal for an early-career engineer looking to build commercial and technical depth within heavy industrial equipment.

Location: Canton, MI

Compensation: Direct Hire, On-Site, Up to $75,000

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience
• 1 to 3 years of experience in industrial, manufacturing, or automation environments
• Internship or early career experience with robotics or automation OEMs strongly preferred
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematics
• Exposure to SAP or ERP systems preferred
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Customer-focused mindset with interest in technical sales

• Generate accurate service, spare parts, and equipment quotes based on customer requirements
• Track quotes from creation through closure, including follow-up and system updates
• Provide technical support to outside sales and customers via phone and email
• Review drawings, schematics, bills of material, and technical documentation
• Coordinate internally with engineering, field service, project management, and procurement
• Support order handoff after intake and monitor open orders in SAP
• Assist with resolving commercial issues including order status, delivery timing, and invoice questions
• Identify additional service, maintenance, training, and spare parts opportunities
• Support monthly order intake and sales targets

• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to travel occasionally
• Eligibility to obtain a passport