Sales Engineer - Houston, TX
Sandvik is hiring a Sales Engineer - Houston, TX for a remote role open to applicants in United States. Level rates it ; you can apply on Sandvik.
Level's read on this job
- On Level's scale, this sales role is Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
- This is listed as a remote role.
- Level classes it as a mid-level role.
- Sandvik has 308 other open roles on Level.
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Join Dormer Pramet, Part of Sandvik Group
At Dormer Pramet, we help manufacturers solve complex machining challenges and improve productivity every day. As part of the Sandvik Group, we're a global leader in metal cutting solutions, supporting customers across industries including energy, aerospace, general engineering, and industrial manufacturing.
We're looking for a Sales Engineer to grow our business across the Houston territory by building trusted relationships, identifying new opportunities, and delivering technical expertise that creates real value for our customers.
If you're passionate about machining, enjoy solving customer challenges, and want a role that combines technical knowledge with commercial impact, we'd love to connect with you.
What You'll Do
As a Sales Engineer, you'll be the face of Dormer Pramet in your territory, helping customers improve performance while driving sustainable business growth.
Drive Territory Growth
- Develop new end-user customers and expand existing accounts.
- Strengthen distributor relationships to increase market coverage and product penetration.
- Identify new business opportunities and execute regional growth strategies.
- Achieve sales goals while supporting key marketing initiatives.
Deliver Technical Solutions
- Provide tooling recommendations and application support for customer manufacturing processes.
- Support customers with technical expertise and troubleshooting.
- Promote key product lines, including solid carbide drills, high-performance taps, and indexable tooling solutions.
Build Strong Customer Partnerships
- Conduct regular customer and distributor visits throughout the territory.
- Understand customer challenges, operational goals, and future tooling requirements.
- Share market insights and customer feedback with Product Management teams to support future innovation.
Train, Coach & Support
- Deliver product training sessions for distributor and customer teams.
- Lead new product introduction activities and technical presentations.
- Serve as a trusted technical resource for customers and channel partners.
Maintain Operational Excellence
- Keep CRM records, customer contacts, and opportunities up to date.
- Follow all company safety requirements and customer-specific site protocols.
- Travel throughout the assigned territory, with occasional international travel.
- Operate and maintain a company-provided vehicle.
What You'll Bring
We're looking for a motivated professional who combines technical expertise with a consultative sales approach.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Applied Sciences or equivalent industry experience.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in metalworking, machining, or cutting tools.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in Sales.
- Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- CRM experience preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Fluent English communication skills.
- Valid driver's license and authorization to work in the United States.
- Ability to satisfy customer facility access requirements and travel as needed.
Why Join Dormer Pramet?
At Dormer Pramet, you'll have the opportunity to make a visible impact while being supported by a global organization that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous development.
We offer:
- The opportunity to directly influence business growth and customer success.
- A collaborative team environment within an industry-leading global company.
- Ongoing learning, technical training, and professional development.
- Career growth opportunities across Dormer Pramet and Sandvik Group.
Total Rewards Package
- Competitive salary.
- Performance-based incentive program.
- 401(k) with company core contribution and matching.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Disability and life insurance.
- Paid family leave.
- Company-provided vehicle.
Location
📍 Houston, Texas
Candidates should be based in the greater Houston area and able to travel throughout the assigned territory.
About Dormer Pramet
Dormer Pramet is a leading global supplier of metal cutting tools and related services and part of Sandvik Group. Serving customers in more than 100 markets worldwide, we help manufacturers maximize productivity through high-quality tooling solutions, technical expertise, and trusted partnerships.
Ready to Shape the Future of Manufacturing?
Join a team where your expertise makes a difference. If you're ready to help manufacturers solve challenges, improve performance, and achieve success, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and build your future with Dormer Pramet. 🚀
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How we rate this
Sales Engineer - Houston, TX at Sandvik rates 36 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.
Little AI. AI is not part of the work.
- ●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
- ●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
- ●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
- ●○○○ Little AI0 to 39
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