Industrial Sales Engineer-Global Accounts

Job DescriptionJob Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Sales Engineer (Chemical Engineer or technically equivalent degree holder) with 5–10 years of experience to join our Global Accounts Team. This position focuses on technical, consultative sales of capital water treatment equipment to high-growth markets such as data centers and food & beverage manufacturers.
The ideal candidate is a customer-focused team player with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a passion for innovative solutions, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and qualify new business opportunities for custom-engineered water treatment systems (e.g., RO, softening, filtration, electro-chlorination).
• Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver tailored technical proposals and system solutions.
• Conduct site visits and system audits to gather operational data and identify performance improvement opportunities.
• Own the full sales cycle: from lead generation through technical scoping, proposal development, contract negotiation, and handoff to execution.
• Perform advanced process calculations (e.g., reaction kinetics, membrane projections, evaporative modeling, mass/energy balances).
• Support pilot testing, system startups, and on-site technical fieldwork as needed.
• Participate in construction project bids: review mechanical drawings, size components, respond to RFIs, and prepare formal submittals.
• Maintain accurate CRM data, forecasts, and customer documentation.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering . Will consider Civil, Industrial, Environmental Engineering, or a related technical field such as chemistry.
• Minimum 10 years industry experience with 5+ years in direct technical sales or application engineering related to water treatment or industrial processes.
• Strong foundation in process engineering and industrial water systems (evaporative cooling, hydronics, membrane separation, etc.) Familiarity with projection tools, PFD/P&ID review, and willingness to learn CAD or simulation software.
•  Ability to travel up to 50% for customer visits, training, and project execution as needed.

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies in this position:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Team player with excellent communication skills.
•  Customer-facing experience and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
•  High energy, proactive, and eager to learn new technologies.
• Strong work ethic and integrity.

Target Base Salary Range: $80,000 – $120,000 salary a year with the opportunity for eligible employees to earn additional compensation pursuant to the Company’s commision plan. Exact pay will be based on factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, level, geographic location, and business and organizational needs. Full-time positions are eligible for competitive benefits, including paid time off, health, dental, vision, life, benefits and 401(k).

Company DescriptionABOUT CULLIGAN INTERNATIONAL

Founded by Emmett Culligan in 1936, Culligan is a world leader in delivering superior water solutions that will make a real difference in improving the health and wellness of consumers. The company offers some of the most technologically advanced, state-of-the-art water filtration and treatment services and solutions. These products include water softeners, drinking water systems, whole-house systems and solutions for businesses. Culligan's network of franchise dealers in North America, direct operations and other dealers is the largest in the world, with over 7,800 employees and 1,000 dealers in 90 countries. Many Culligan dealers have valuable equity in their local communities as multigenerational family owners of their franchises.

For more information visit: www.corporate.culligan.comCompany DescriptionABOUT CULLIGAN INTERNATIONAL\r\n \r\nFounded by Emmett Culligan in 1936, Culligan is a world leader in delivering superior water solutions that will make a real difference in improving the health and wellness of consumers. The company offers some of the most technologically advanced, state-of-the-art water filtration and treatment services and solutions. These products include water softeners, drinking water systems, whole-house systems and solutions for businesses. Culligan's network of franchise dealers in North America, direct operations and other dealers is the largest in the world, with over 7,800 employees and 1,000 dealers in 90 countries. Many Culligan dealers have valuable equity in their local communities as multigenerational family owners of their franchises.\r\n\r\nFor more information visit: www.corporate.culligan.com