Applications / Sales Engineer / Technical Sales

Sales Application Engineer Location: Nashville, TN (Hybrid) Position Summary Our client, a metal forming and fabrication company serving a diverse customer base, is seeking a Sales Application Engineer. The Application Engineer serves as a critical technical interface between the company's commercial and operational teams. This role primarily supports the quoting and launch of metal stamping and metal fabrication programs, with limited support for related business units as needed based on business demand and available resources.

The position supports the quoting and launch of metal stamped, roll formed, welded, fabricated, and assembled products by evaluating customer requirements, participating in program development, and coordinating cross-functional inputs. The position is responsible for developing cost models, identifying manufacturability risks, and helping guide projects from concept through production with attention to speed, accuracy, and customer satisfaction.

Lead technical evaluation of RFQs, supporting quoting activities with accurate cost modeling, process routing, and feasibility assessments for metal forming and metal fabrication programs
Provide limited technical support to related business unit opportunities when required, based on workload and resource availability
Interpret customer drawings, specifications, and 3D models to develop manufacturing concepts and value-added proposals
Collaborate with engineering, quality, operations, and commercial teams to define and align on project scope, timing, and cost
Maintain customer contact throughout the early stages of project development, ensuring technical needs are clearly understood and met
Track and manage multiple projects simultaneously using formal project management methods and CRM tools such as Salesforce
Utilize SolidWorks and related tools to support product visualization, layout proposals, and manufacturability reviews
Participate in continuous improvement of quoting tools, design standards, and project tracking systems
Provide technical insight and customer communication during design changes, ECRs, and process improvement initiatives
3-7 years of experience in application engineering, program management, or technical sales support
~ Prior experience in metal stamping, roll forming, fabrication, or a related manufacturing environment
~ Strong understanding of DFM principles and the ability to translate customer requirements into practical manufacturing solutions
~ Working knowledge of SolidWorks (preferred) and familiarity with AutoCAD or similar tools
~ Strong analytical, organizational, and project coordination skills
~ Experience with Salesforce or other CRM platforms for tracking RFQs, quoting activity, and customer communications
Knowledge of APQP processes and document control
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Familiarity with ERP systems and how costing, BOMs, and routings impact quoting and production
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field
Dental, health, and vision insurance
~ Location: Hybrid - Nashville, TN - occasional overnight travel may be required.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.