[Remote] Sales Engineer - South and Eastern Region

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. GEA Group is a global leader in engineering solutions, and they are seeking a dynamic Sales Engineer to support their growth across North America. The role involves driving technical sales, building customer relationships, and selling GEA’s centrifuge product portfolio in the Industrial Biotech, Starch, and Protein industries. Responsibilities • Build and Grow Accounts: Establish new customer relationships while maintaining existing ones by analyzing market needs and driving sales to meet targets • Collaborate and Communicate: Provide weekly updates on market conditions, customer needs, and sales activities to the Director of RR Sales • Technical Presentations: Prepare and deliver compelling sales and technical presentations at industry seminars and directly to clients • Cost Estimates & Quotations: Assist in preparing competitive cost estimates and proposals by consulting with engineers and project teams • Strategic Analysis: Drive process improvements by analyzing cost-benefit ratios of equipment for customer applications • Travel: Expect overnight travel within North America (with a Midwest focus) and occasional visits to our headquarters in Germany • Proposal and Contract Negotiation: Assist in drafting proposals and negotiating contracts, including pricing, terms, and conditions • Project Coordination: Ensure a smooth hand-off to the project management team for implementation • Marketing and Outreach: Participate in industry trade shows and marketing activities to boost sales volume and market visibility Skills • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field • At least 2 years of recent experience in the IBT or OFP markets • Ability to effectively communicate technical data and understand engineering systems • Fluent in English (written and verbal), with excellent interpersonal skills to work both independently and within a team • Able to travel overnight 2-3 nights per week • Experience in equipment sales is a plus! Benefits • Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day • 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore • A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster • Tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset • Wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits • Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance • Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses Company Overview • GEA is the suppliers of systems and components to the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. It was founded in 1881, and is headquartered in Düsseldorf, Nordrhein-Westfalen, DEU, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is Apply tot his job