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Sales Engineer

Alfa Laval · Kenosha, WI · $72,000–$100,000 a year · Full time

Posted Oct 1, 2025 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a technical problem you solved for a customer that led to a sale.

What they are checking: Whether they connect technical support with commercial results, which this role combines.

How do you decide which opportunities to spend your time on?

What they are checking: Whether they prioritize by profitability and likelihood to close, since the posting stresses profitable sales.

Tell me about a time you worked with a partner who was not performing. What did you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can diagnose and improve partner performance rather than only working with the easy ones.

What would you do

How do you help a distributor sell more of our hygienic pump range when they carry competing lines?

What they are checking: Whether they can make it easy and profitable for channel partners to choose Alfa Laval products.

A customer says a pump we sold is failing early. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they investigate operating conditions and application fit before blaming the product or the customer.

How would you train a distributor's inside sales team on pump selection?

What they are checking: Whether they can transfer knowledge so partners handle routine selections without needing them each time.

About the work

How would you select between a centrifugal pump and a positive displacement pump for a hygienic application?

What they are checking: Whether they understand how viscosity, shear sensitivity and flow control drive pump selection in food and pharma.

A distributor brings you an application with a viscous, particle-laden product. What questions do you ask?

What they are checking: Whether they gather the right process data before recommending a pump instead of guessing from a catalog.

What do hygienic design standards like 3-A or EHEDG mean for pump selection?

What they are checking: Whether they understand sanitary requirements that food, dairy and pharma customers expect from equipment.

Explain NPSH to me as you would to a distributor salesperson.

What they are checking: Whether they understand cavitation risk and can explain technical concepts simply to partners.

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The full job description

As published by Alfa Laval.

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping. As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too. About the job As an integral member of our team, you’ll play a critical role in driving profitable sales through tailored solutions and dedicated technical support for our hygienic pump range. Working primarily through our distributor network, you’ll engage closely with channel partners and customers to assess needs, recommend effective solutions, and provide in-depth product support. This position combines technical problem-solving, product selection based on customer use cases, and a sales-oriented mindset, all contributing to the growth and success of our organization. Currently, this is a hybrid opportunity located in Kenosha, WI. As a part of the team, you will: • Engage with distributors and channel partners to drive sales and maximize revenue. • Clarify and assess customer needs to recommend suitable pump solutions. • Configure and quote tailored pump solutions across various industries. • Follow up on quotes and work with partners to close sales opportunities. • Provide technical support on product application and troubleshoot any issues. • Evaluate and offer guidance on warranty claims as needed. • Conduct technical training for internal teams and channel partners. • Grow into a subject matter expert on our product line and its applications. What you know: You have an associate degree or B.S. in an Engineering or Engineering Technology discipline or equivalent industry experience, and: • Proven mechanical aptitude with a strong commercial mindset. • Comfort and experience with technical sales, particularly through distribution networks. • Ability to synthesize technical information to create customer-centric solutions. • A positive, customer-focused approach, with an emphasis on relationship-building. • Proficiency with PC skills, including Excel and CRM software. • Familiarity with fluid handling equipment (pumps, valves, fittings, heat exchangers) is helpful but not mandatory. • Experience with industries such as dairy, food, beverage, pharmaceutical, or personal care is a plus. • Knowledge or experience with CAD software, Rheology, Metallurgy, or Polymers is an advantage. • Travel estimate 10% We care about diversity, inclusion and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidate's fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments, and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games. What’s in it for you? Alfa Laval offers a competitive salary and full benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life, 401(k) plan, and more. At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators to determine compensation and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to get it right. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary and will also be dependent on your location. The base salary for this role is typically $72,000 to $100,000. Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. #LI-DM1 EEO/Vet/Disabled Employer

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