Japanese Bilingual Sales Engineer - Mechanical / Structural Engineering

Job Description
Job Description
Position：Sales Engineer (Mechanical / Structural Engineering)
Working Hours: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (1 hr lunch)
Working style: Direct hire, Full-time
Location: Durham, NC or Remote from home office within the US
Summary:
We are expanding strategically into North America with the launch of a new office in Durham, NC. As a founding member of this location, the Sales Engineer will play a critical role in both technical engineering support and business development.

The ideal candidate will help grow the company by identifying potential customers and acting as a coordinator to facilitate work transfers from clients. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, client engagement, and leadership, with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and collaboration.

Essential Duties

• Build and maintain strong relationships with potential and existing clients by understanding their technical needs and making effective proposals.
• Support business development activities such as trade shows, networking events, and client meetings.
• Serve as a liaison between clients and internal engineering teams to ensure smooth project execution.
• Contribute to the establishment and growth of new offices as a founding member.
• Inspect and advise on deliverables.
• Writing documents such as emails and reports.
• Accompanying on business trips within the US.
• Assisting in client development.

Compensation/Benefits

• 5 days of sick leave (1st year of employment will be 3 days of sick leave)
• Vacation
• Health, Dental, Vision Ins.
• Retirement plan
• Relocation cost assistance: up to $3,000

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in ｍechanical / structural engineering roles is preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience in project management or project leadership.
• Ability to use MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word and PowerPoint).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated, with strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to work independently.
• Willingness to travel within the U.S. as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working for a Japanese company.
• Japanese (Beginner)
• Proficiency in 3D CAD.