Sales Engineer

Sales Engineer Opportunity in Northampton

Join a premier manufacturer and supplier of temperature sensors, electrical enclosures, and electro-mechanical assembly services for industrial applications. We are seeking a Sales Engineer to support our Sales Department by planning and implementing sales activities and providing technical sales support. This role involves translating customer needs into sales proposals to maximize sales and margin growth. You will work independently as well as part of a team, reporting to the Sales Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain successful customer relationships.
• Satisfy customer and prospect inquiries with solution-oriented and timely proposals.
• Review customer specifications to determine equipment specifications, features, and special requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering and technical staff to clarify customer needs and develop specifications.
• Provide strategic product recommendations, pricing, and solutions to meet customer needs.
• Compile and write customer and prospect proposals and quotations.
• Participate in sales calls, meetings, and presentations.

Essential Skills:

• Proficiency in technical sales and sales support.
• Experience in pricing, purchase order management, and outbound sales.
• Strong skills in data entry, order entry, and account management.
• Knowledge of manufacturing engineering and brand management.
• Proven project management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Effective negotiation skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Engineering AA/BS in a Technical Field or equivalent experience in a similar industry.
• General knowledge in temperature measurement or sensors.
• Technical Sales Support experience.

Work Environment:

The position is based in an office space, operating Monday through Friday, from 8 am to 5 pm. This role provides an opportunity to join a growing manufacturing company and advance within the organization.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Northampton, MA.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $28.85 - $31.25/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Northampton, MA.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 26, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.