Sales and Service Engineer (Entry Level)
This entry-level Sales and Service Engineer role at Confidential Client involves technical sales and field service support for contamination control products primarily in the Texas region. The position focuses on building customer relationships, providing technical expertise, supporting sales activities including trade shows, and managing sales processes using CRM tools. It offers opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment with regional travel requirements.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, contamination control products for the semiconductor, microelectronics, chemical manufacturing, and filtration industries.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Role Overview
Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Sales and Service Engineer to join their team supporting contamination control products used in semiconductor, microelectronics, chemical manufacturing, and filtration applications. This is a field-facing, early-career role focused on building customer relationships, supporting technical evaluations, and performing service visits across the Texas region with occasional wider U.S. travel.
What You’ll Do
- Primary focus on customers in Texas with support for other U.S. Central locations.
- Engage and support existing customers via phone, email, web conferences, and in-person meetings.
- Prospect, develop, and nurture new client relationships and leads.
- Learn product and process technical competencies to support requirements definition, equipment evaluation, installation, operation, and maintenance.
- Provide on-site field service, testing, and repairs on sensitive equipment, including laser-based systems (training provided).
- Support trade shows, customer training sessions, and equipment service visits.
- Prepare sales quotes, manage orders, deliveries, and project schedules using a CRM system.
- Create and deliver customized sales presentations that address customer needs and highlight product value.
- Submit meeting, trip, and expense reports in a timely manner.
- Pursue continuing education on product portfolio and industry developments.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) in a related field preferred, but not required.
- Six months to one year of related experience preferred; full training provided for entry-level applicants.
- Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and common web-conference platforms.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain customer relationships.
- Aptitude for learning technical procedures and performing sensitive equipment tests and repairs.
- Problem-solving mindset with ability to identify customer needs and recommend cost-effective solutions.
- Self-motivated with strong planning and prioritization skills.
- Team player who can cooperate and contribute across departments.
- Multimedia content generation and basic marketing experience is a plus.
- Prior experience in semiconductor, electronics, or chemical manufacturing industries is highly valued.
- Able to travel regionally on a regular basis (TX and nearby areas); national and international travel opportunities based on performance.
Compensation & Schedule
- Estimated compensation: $58,531 per year (estimated).
- Employment type: Full-time (field-based). Specific schedule will be discussed during the interview process.
Location & Other Details
- Work location: Bee Cave, TX region (primary territory in Texas).
- This position does not include supervisory responsibilities.
- You will be employed directly by Confidential Client. Careertakes may surface additional matched opportunities to qualified applicants.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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