Outside Sales Engineer

OUTSIDE SALES ENGINEER - HUGHES MACHINERY- LENEXA-KANSAS CITY AREA!

FOR NEARLY OVER100 YEARS, HUGHES MACHINERY COMPANY HAS PROVIDED EXTENSIVE ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR BOILER AND HEAT TRANSFER, STEAM PRODUCTION AND DISTRIBUTION, AND PROCESS FLOW CONTROL FOR COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL, AND UTILITY PROJECTS.  GREAT INDUSTRY TO BE A PART OF!

FCX Performance/Hughes Machinery a division of FCX Performance/an Applied Industrial Technologies Company and a leading process flow control company. Our culture is friendly, fun with healthy competition and rewards. At Applied Industrial, we offer integrity, inclusion, and career advancement. Individual and ideas are encouraged and welcomed. 

As an Outside Sales Engineer, you will grow your territory (and your earnings) by bringing in new opportunities and developing repeat business within your existing accounts. This will require that you call on engineers, contractors, project managers, and others to determine their needs and specifications through a consultative approach.

Responsibilities Include:

• Achieve sales and profit goals by developing and retaining existing customers and by discovering new opportunities.
• Grow your network of engineers and contractors in your assigned territory.
• Selling engineered heating/hot water systems within the industrial sector.
• Achieve sales and profit goals by developing and retaining existing customers and by opening new businesses.
• Conduct sales and service activities, develop strong customer relationships, identify product applications, and introduce new products and services.
• Organize and conduct product training sessions for customers.
• Complete reports regarding itineraries, expenses, sales calls, leads, and other related matters.

Why Join Us?
There is a reason we have been named a Best Workplace 20 times. Applied has earned the Outstanding Employer Support award from the US Navy and we are a GSA approved vendor. You will receive rewards and resources to fulfill you both professionally and personally. In addition to a base salary, commissions, expenses and all the benefits you would expect from an industry leader (401K, insurance, time off, employee assistance, etc.) you will also enjoy:

• A LASTING CAREER – Career paths are available in sales, operations, or management throughout the country.
• Professional development and training.
• Great work / life balance.

We seek:   

• Experience with boiler, steam, water heating, and thermal transfer systems
• Proven ability to work with engineers and contractors to identify solutions for project requirements
• Hands-on involvement installing/commissioning steam boilers and water heaters a plus
• Knowledge of steam-related valves, traps, pumps, controls, instrumentation
• Knowledge of air heating and MUA systems a plus
• Computer proficiency including MS office, SAP/ERP/P-21 a plus!

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree/Equivalent experience may be substituted for degree requirement. 

Come for the job, stay for the career. For immediate consideration-Apply Today!  

Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.

Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first.  We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment and provide growth opportunities for everyone.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.