Project Sales Engineer

About the Role

Ideal for recent engineering graduates or entry‑level professionals eager to apply technical skills in a real‑world manufacturing environment, this role offers hands‑on experience in design, estimating, and client collaboration within a growing U.S.‑based manufacturer that creates innovative warehouse and storage solutions.

We’re looking for a Sales Engineer/Project Engineer or Design Specialist to join our close‑knit St. Louis team. This position bridges engineering, estimating, and customer support to help clients translate operational needs into efficient, practical designs.

• Design & Draft: Create detailed product drawings and technical specifications using AutoCAD.
• Estimate & Analyze: Evaluate project requirements, materials, and labor to produce accurate cost estimates.
• Collaborate: Work closely with sales and operations to develop custom solutions that optimize cost, performance, and manufacturability.
• Support Clients: Respond to inquiries, prepare quotes, and manage orders from start to finish.
• Innovate: Develop and refine products, processes, and layouts that improve client performance and efficiency.

• Experience or education in design, sales, or industrial engineering (degree helpful but not required).
• AutoCAD proficiency and strong analytical or mathematical ability.
• Detail‑oriented with the ability to juggle multiple projects concurrently.
• A genuine curiosity to learn and a drive to solve problems creatively.
• Solid communication skills—clear, approachable, and professional (not pushy).
• Bonus points for experience in structural or mechanical design
  , cost estimating or materials analysis
  , CRM or Microsoft Excel expertise
  , and warehousing or material‑handling industries
  .

• Small, supportive team with a family feel—average tenure 10+ years.
• Strong growth potential under new ownership.
• Opportunity to learn from seasoned engineers and grow technical and sales acumen.
• Casual, down‑to‑earth culture—no suits, just solid work.
• Competitive base salary of $65,000–$70,000 per year with significant commission potential.
• Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, paid time off, and more.
• Fully onsite training (3–12 months), then eligible for hybrid schedule (up to 2 days/week remote).

* Must be located in St. Louis, MO.

Employment type:

Full‑time. Seniority level:
Entry level. Job function:
Design, Engineering, and Customer Service. Industries:
Manufacturing.