Sales Engineer

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Sales Engineer to join Petrotech Inc.’s sales organization. In this role, you will develop new accounts by providing solution-based consultation services to customers in the oil & gas, power generation, and other process industries. The Sales Engineer will work directly with end-users and their engineers to understand customer needs and deliver industrial automation and instrumentation control solutions.

The ideal candidate will have a four-year degree and at least three years of sales experience within the industrial markets, with a focus on industrial automation and instrumentation systems. Your technical expertise, industry knowledge, and customer focused approach will be key to supporting Petrotech’s growth and maintaining our reputation for excellence.

• Title:
  
  Sales Engineer
• Department: SALES
• Reports To:
  
  VICE PRESIDENT, SALES
• Location:
  
  New Orleans, LA / Houston, TX
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt
• Date Posted:
  January 2026

• Prospect to identify and establish new business opportunities to support the company’s growth and profitability.
• Leverage existing customer contacts to expand business opportunities.
• Develop alliances and partnerships within the industry to create additional market avenues.
• Promote the company’s products and services professionally at trade shows and industry conferences.
• Create and maintain sales leads promptly within the company CRM system.
• Collaborate with proposal engineering to define and present winning solutions that meet customer needs.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of industry trends, competitors, and customer requirements to inform strategic planning.
• Provide technical consultation and support to customers, ensuring solutions are tailored to their operational needs.
• Work closely with internal teams to develop and deliver compelling proposals and presentations.
• Ensure all sales activities are compliant with company policies and industry standards.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technical field, or business discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of sales experience within the oil & gas, power generation, or process industries, focusing on automation and instrumentation systems.
• Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets with a demonstrable sales achievement record.

• Strong understanding of control systems, industrial automation, and instrumentation technology.
• Ability to communicate complex technical solutions clearly to diverse audiences, including clients and internal teams.
• Excellent negotiation, closing, and relationship management skills.
• Proficiency with CRM systems and sales reporting tools.

• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to develop lasting relationships.
• Strategic thinker with problem-solving abilities.
• Self-motivated, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Adaptability to changing market and customer needs.

• Industry certifications or professional affiliations relevant to industrial automation or instrumentation.
• Experience with automation systems for turbines, compressors, or other rotating machinery.
• Familiarity with energy industry standards and best practices.

• This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities but requires close collaboration with internal teams and external clients.

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed (up to 50%).
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to visit customer sites and industry events.

• Primarily office-based with frequent visits to client sites, trade shows, and industry events.

• Salary:
  Commensurate with experience.
• Performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Paid time off and holidays
    
    Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities

• Full-time, Monday–Friday, with flexibility as needed for travel and…