Aftermarket Sales Engineer - RecruitMilitary Placement Services : Job Details

Our client is the largest North American heat treat equipment manufacturer who has been in business for over 100 years. They are looking to revamp their Aftermarket Division with a new talent pool to take over for the aging workforce they have.Put your technical expertise and mission-driven mindset to work in the civilian sector! Ideally seeking a motivated, technically skilled, and mission-focused individual to join the Aftermarket Sales team. This position is ideally suited for transitioning military veterans with an electrical or controls background and the personality to thrive in customer-facing roles.They are looking for someone who understands discipline, thrives under pressure, and brings a solutions-first attitude to everything they do - sound familiar?What You'll Do:As part of the Aftermarket Sales team, you'll take the lead in providing technical solutions and aftermarket support for existing heat treat systems. Your responsibilities include:- Drive sales of parts, service, and system rebuilds-create estimates, prepare quotes, close deals, and ensure project execution.- Develop electrical control schematics using AutoCAD Electrical.- Program PLC and HMI systems; troubleshoot control issues onsite and remotely.- Design and work with process controllers, VFDs, and relay control circuits.- Engage with customers to diagnose problems, recommend upgrades, and deliver value-added solutions.- Travel to client sites (25% domestic travel) for inspections, startup support, and relationship building.- Negotiate contracts, review costs and performance, and meet aggressive sales goals.- Work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and field service teams.- Attend industry events, trade shows, and technical meetings.What You Will Bring:- Experience as an Electrical Technician, Controls Specialist, Maintenance Leader, or Engineering Officer in the military- Associates degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or Industrial Systems, or equivalent hands-on experience- Solid knowledge of industrial control systems, schematics, and blueprint reading- PLC/HMI programming experience and familiarity with industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, DH+, etc.)- Strong communication skills and customer-first mindset- A natural ability to troubleshoot, adapt, and solve complex problems under pressure- Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical and the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) is a plus- Experience working in sales or client-facing roles during or post-service is highly valued Job 58553