Aftermarket Sales Engineer
New York City, NY - USA
Job Summary
Levels I–III Junior through Senior
Department: Sales / Aftermarket Services
Position Type: Full-Time
Industry: Industrial Equipment / Engineered Systems / Field Services
We are seeking Aftermarket Sales Engineers at multiple experience levels from developing professionals through senior-level technical sales engineers.
This position supports field service and technical teams by evaluating customer requests and preparing quotations for replacement parts equipment service repairs and aftermarket projects. The Aftermarket Sales Engineer works directly with customers to understand their needs determine project complexity develop appropriate technical and commercial solutions and move opportunities from initial inquiry through quotation and execution.
Depending on experience level responsibilities may range from supporting straightforward parts and service quotations to developing complex service solutions negotiating contracts conducting site visits managing aftermarket projects and mentoring junior team members.
The position also supports service invoicing and documentation when needed and identifies new equipment opportunities that can be transitioned to the appropriate sales team.
- Receive review and prioritize incoming parts service repair and aftermarket opportunities.
- Work with customers and internal technical teams to define scope and determine the complexity of each opportunity.
- Prepare accurate quotations for parts field service repairs and aftermarket projects.
- Develop pricing based on labor materials equipment subcontractor requirements and other applicable costs.
- Review opportunities for technical and commercial completeness before quotation.
- Track quotation status costs customer requirements and outstanding actions.
- Identify inconsistencies or missing information and coordinate resolution.
- Maintain consistent follow-up with customers throughout the quotation process.
- Identify potential new equipment sales opportunities and transition qualified leads to the appropriate sales team.
- Work closely with field service personnel and technical teams to understand equipment issues and customer requirements.
- Assist customers in identifying appropriate parts services repairs or technical solutions.
- Develop service solutions based on project scope equipment requirements and field conditions.
- Respond to customer questions regarding quotations scope pricing schedules and service requirements.
- Provide solutions to customer issues and coordinate internally when additional technical expertise is required.
- Maintain professional customer relationships throughout the sales and service process.
Depending on experience level:
- Participate in customer and project site visits.
- Review project requirements and assist with scope development.
- Negotiate pricing commercial terms and contracts within assigned authority.
- Coordinate aftermarket projects from quotation through execution.
- Work with service and project teams to ensure sold work is properly transitioned into execution.
- Monitor project scope costs and customer expectations.
- Support change orders and additional work opportunities when identified.
- Support preparation and processing of service tickets invoices and related documentation.
- Gather required field information and supporting documentation for completed service work.
- Review billing information for accuracy and completeness.
- Assist with customer account and credit information as it relates to quotations and service activity.
- Coordinate with accounting or accounts receivable personnel regarding customer billing questions or outstanding items.
- Maintain accurate opportunity quotation customer and project information within the CRM.
- Provide clear and reliable reporting on quotation sales project and billing activity.
Candidates may be considered at one of three levels based on experience technical capability and demonstrated independence.
Designed for candidates beginning or developing their careers in technical sales estimating engineering support or industrial services.
Typical responsibilities include:
- Supporting preparation of parts and service quotations.
- Reviewing incoming customer requests and gathering required information.
- Working with experienced team members to develop scope and pricing.
- Maintaining CRM and opportunity information.
- Assisting with service tickets invoicing and project documentation.
- Developing knowledge of products equipment applications and field service operations.
- Communicating with customers regarding routine quotation and service requirements.
Candidates may have relevant higher-education coursework technical training or early-career experience in Engineering Engineering Technology Business Finance Accounting industrial equipment or field services.
Designed for experienced professionals capable of independently managing most parts and service opportunities.
Typical responsibilities include:
- Independently developing quotations and estimates.
- Evaluating customer requirements and determining appropriate service solutions.
- Coordinating directly with field service and technical personnel.
- Managing customer communication and quotation follow-up.
- Supporting site visits and project coordination.
- Identifying additional aftermarket and new equipment opportunities.
- Resolving routine technical and commercial issues.
- Supporting contracts project execution and invoicing.
Candidates should generally have demonstrated experience in technical sales estimating industrial equipment engineering support field service project coordination or a related environment.
Designed for highly experienced candidates capable of handling complex technical and commercial opportunities with limited supervision.
In addition to the responsibilities above senior-level candidates may:
- Develop complex aftermarket service and equipment solutions.
- Lead major quotations and customer opportunities.
- Conduct site evaluations and develop project scope.
- Negotiate contracts pricing and commercial terms.
- Provide aftermarket project management support.
- Handle strategic or technically challenging customer issues.
- Assist with development of estimating and sales processes.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to Level I and Level II team members.
- Support training and development of inside sales and aftermarket personnel.
- Assist leadership with major accounts and strategic aftermarket opportunities.
Because this position can be filled at multiple levels qualifications will vary based on the candidate's experience.
- Education or professional experience in Engineering Engineering Technology Business Finance Accounting or a related technical/commercial discipline.
- Bachelor's degree preferred for more senior levels; equivalent relevant industrial experience may also be considered.
- Experience with technical sales industrial equipment estimating field service aftermarket parts project coordination or service operations is preferred.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills with the ability to develop accurate quotations and estimates.
- Ability to interpret customer requirements and translate them into appropriate commercial and technical solutions.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation.
- Excellent customer service communication and follow-up skills.
- Ability to manage multiple opportunities and changing priorities.
- Comfortable working independently as experience and responsibilities increase.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Experience with CRM software; HubSpot experience preferred.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with sales engineering field service project management accounting and customers.
We are open to candidates at different stages of their careers. A successful candidate could range from an early-career technical professional with strong aptitude and a desire to develop into aftermarket sales to an experienced Sales Engineer capable of independently developing complex service solutions and mentoring others.
Experience with industrial equipment boilers mechanical systems engineered products field service replacement parts or other technical aftermarket environments would be particularly valuable.
The position level and scope of responsibility will be determined based on the candidate's technical knowledge sales and estimating experience ability to work independently and experience managing customer and project requirements.
This position is structured to provide a clear progression path:
Level I → Level II → Level III / Senior Aftermarket Sales Engineer
Advancement will be based on demonstrated technical knowledge estimating capability customer management sales performance project complexity independence and leadership ability.
This job description describes the general responsibilities and requirements of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. Responsibilities and assigned level may vary based on experience business needs and demonstrated capabilities.
Required Skills:
Aftermarket Sales Estimating Quotation Preparation Pricing Development Contract Negotiation Site Visits Project Coordination Project Management Mentoring Service Invoicing Documentation CRM Software HubSpot Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word Technical Support Customer Relationship Management Customer Service Communication Follow-up Attention to Detail Analytical Skills Numerical Skills Requirement Interpretation Collaboration Field Service Reporting Change Order Management Account Management Technical Sales Industrial Equipment Knowledge Boilers Mechanical Systems Engineered Products Replacement Parts Scope Development Site Evaluation