Project Engineer (Sales Engineer)
Location: Mount Prospect, IL
Compensation: $90k/yr
Hours: Full-time
Employment Type: Full-time
Applications will only be considered from candidates who meet the listed job-related qualifications. Please review thoroughly before submitting your application.
Company Overview
A manufacturing-focused organization specializing in filtration solutions for construction and industrial equipment, supporting both domestic and international operations.
Position Summary
The Project Engineer (Sales Engineer) supports engineering and sales functions by identifying and applying filtration solutions to customer equipment. This role bridges internal teams and clients, manages project requirements from design through production, and addresses customer quality concerns while driving continuous improvement and business growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop technical expertise in filtration products, materials, and manufacturing processes (e.g., die casting, forging, injection molding)
- Evaluate customer equipment and identify appropriate product applications
- Gather and communicate customer specifications and performance requirements across internal and external stakeholders
- Prepare and submit required documentation (e.g., PPAP, PCN, deviations, corrective actions) through customer systems
- Coordinate with international teams to support product development and issue resolution
- Manage customer claims, field issues, and quality concerns; initiate corrective action processes
- Support transition from design to production and delivery
- Identify opportunities to expand product adoption and drive revenue growth
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
- 1–3 years of experience in product sales or application engineering
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Self-motivated with problem-solving capability
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
- Experience with 3D CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks) for model review
Preferred:
- Experience with Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher)
- Knowledge of APQP processes
- Familiarity with hydraulic or filtration systems
- Understanding of Japanese business practices or language skills (expert level if applicable)
Other Details
- 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Role requires cross-functional coordination with engineering, sales, and international teams
- Exposure to quality systems, manufacturing processes, and customer-facing technical support
- Opportunity to contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives
※This role may include additional responsibilities as needed based on business needs. ※