Sales Engineer/Application Specialist - Northeast IL Region
Sandvik Coromant · Schaumburg, IL
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $100,000 / year
- Schaumburg, IL
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Job highlights
- Drive sales of tooling solutions to manufacturing clients.
- Utilize technical expertise in CNC machining and applications.
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
- Identify new business opportunities for market growth.
- Manage sales pipeline using CRM tools.
About the role
Sales Engineer Application Specialist - Northeast IL Region
Join the Future of Manufacturing with Sandvik Coromant!
Are you passionate about cutting-edge manufacturing and building strong customer relationships? Do you thrive in a technical sales environment where innovation meets precision? If so, Sandvik Coromant wants to hear from you! We’re looking for a customer-focused, results-driven Sales Engineer to join our team in Northeast IL (Greater Chicago) Region. This is your chance to work with a global leader in tooling solutions and help shape the future of the machining industry.
What You’ll Do
As a Sales Engineer, you’ll be the go-to expert for our customers—understanding their needs, delivering tailored solutions, and driving business growth. You’ll:
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships
- Deliver the full Coromant product and service offering
- Identify new business opportunities and grow market share
- Collaborate with internal teams to deliver total customer solutions
- Use your technical expertise to consult on CNC machining and tooling applications
- Maintain and optimize the sales pipeline using CRM tools to ensure accurate tracking, forecasting, and follow-up on customer engagements
What You Bring
We’re looking for someone who combines technical know-how with strong interpersonal skills:
- Degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Hands-on experience with CNC machining, CAD/CAM, and cutting tools
- Proven success in technical sales or customer-facing roles
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel (approx. 10% overnight)
Why You’ll Love Working Here
At Sandvik Coromant, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers with purpose. Here’s what you can expect:
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits (health, dental, disability, 401(k), and more)
- Continuous learning and development opportunities
- A collaborative, inclusive, and innovation-driven culture
- The chance to work with industry-leading technology and global experts
- Real opportunities for career growth and advancement
About Us
Sandvik Coromant is the world’s leading supplier of tools, tooling solutions, and know-how to the manufacturing industry. With 8,000 employees in 130 countries, we’re shaping the future of manufacturing through innovation, sustainability, and excellence. We serve top-tier clients in aerospace, automotive, medical, energy, and general engineering—helping them boost productivity and profitability with our cutting-edge solutions.
Key skills/competency
- Sales Engineering
- Application Specialist
- Customer Relationship Management
- CNC Machining
- CAD/CAM
- Cutting Tools
- Technical Sales
- New Business Development
- Manufacturing Industry
- Problem Solving
Skills & topics
- Sales Engineer
- Application Specialist
- Technical Sales
- Manufacturing
- CNC Machining
- CAD/CAM
- Cutting Tools
- Business Development
- Customer Relationship Management
- Illinois
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your manufacturing engineering degree, CNC machining, CAD/CAM, and technical sales experience. Quantify achievements in sales and customer relationship management.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Express your passion for manufacturing technology and Sandvik Coromant's mission. Emphasize how your skills align with the Sales Engineer role.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss your experience with CNC machining, tooling applications, and problem-solving for customer challenges.
- Showcase your sales acumen: Demonstrate your ability to build relationships, identify opportunities, and manage a sales pipeline effectively.
- Research Sandvik Coromant: Understand their products, services, and commitment to innovation in the manufacturing industry.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What specific CNC machining or tooling knowledge is most important for a Sales Engineer at Sandvik Coromant?
- For the Sales Engineer Application Specialist role at Sandvik Coromant, hands-on experience with CNC machining, CAD/CAM software, and a deep understanding of cutting tools are crucial. Your ability to apply this knowledge to solve customer-specific manufacturing challenges will be key.
- How does Sandvik Coromant support career growth for its Sales Engineers?
- Sandvik Coromant emphasizes continuous learning and development, offering real opportunities for career growth and advancement. As a Sales Engineer, you can expect to work with industry-leading technology and global experts, fostering your professional development.
- What is the typical sales cycle like for a Sales Engineer at Sandvik Coromant?
- While specific cycles vary, as a Sales Engineer, you'll be responsible for maintaining and optimizing the sales pipeline using CRM tools. This involves accurate tracking, forecasting, and diligent follow-up on customer engagements to drive business growth.
- Does Sandvik Coromant offer remote work options for the Sales Engineer position?
- The Sales Engineer/Application Specialist position requires the candidate to live in or around the Greater Chicago area and covers customer sales in the Northeast IL region, suggesting a strong on-site or hybrid presence with travel within the territory. It is not a fully remote position.
- What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for a Sales Engineer at Sandvik Coromant?
- Key performance indicators for a Sales Engineer would likely include meeting sales targets, growing market share, building and maintaining strong customer relationships, and effectively managing the sales pipeline through CRM tools.
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