Sales & Application Engineer

Job Type: Business Development
Location: Rancocas, NJ
Employment Type: Full-Time
Base Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Education: B.S. in Engineering or Related Discipline
Experience: 2+ Years
Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing
Travel: Up to 35% Domestic & International

We are seeking a Sales & Applications Engineer for a manufacturing company specializing in melting furnaces and equipment serving the specialty metals industry.

The Sales & Applications Engineer will identify and develop strategic relationships with current and prospective customers while building a strong pipeline of new business opportunities through direct customer engagement and prospecting.

This role will work closely with Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Technology, and Product Development teams to support business development initiatives and drive the successful delivery of equipment to end users.

The successful candidate will have a strong technical background and practical knowledge of metallurgy, electronics, sensors, PLCs, HMIs, hydraulics, and systems integration. Experience with vacuum systems and furnaces is highly desirable.

The position requires strong communication and presentation skills, attention to detail, self-motivation, and the ability to confidently lead customer meetings and technical discussions.

Travel will be up to 35%, primarily domestic, with occasional international travel.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers.

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within targeted industries.

• Attend key trade shows, conferences, and technical events to increase brand and product awareness.

• Present technical information and participate in industry conferences and events.

• Develop and maintain a strong network of customers, suppliers, and industry partners.

• Monitor emerging technologies and evaluate their potential applications.

• Research industry trends, market segments, and growth opportunities.

• Provide management with insights and recommendations regarding market trends and business development opportunities.

• Work collaboratively with Sales, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, and Product Development teams.

• Support customers throughout the application and equipment development process.

• Communicate the technical capabilities, innovations, and value of the company's products to prospective customers.

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in the metals industry.

• Strong technical, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

• Experience managing and executing projects.

• Ability to work with U.S. export-controlled products, processes, and information.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Outlook.

• Practical working knowledge of vacuum equipment preferred.

• Knowledge of vacuum systems, furnaces, or related industrial equipment is a plus.

• Willingness and ability to travel up to 35% domestically and internationally.

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

• Ability to ascend and descend stairs and/or ladders.

• Ability to travel by airplane.

• Ability to work on a computer for several hours at a time.

• Ability to perform tasks involving reaching, handling, and operating tools, equipment, and controls.

• Ability to communicate effectively in person and by phone.

The selected candidate may be required to successfully complete a post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and drug screening.

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.