Our client has an opening for a Technical Sales Representative who will be responsible for sales of their line of Mechanical Surface Characterization Instruments in the Midwestern states. The portfolio includes Nano-Indentation, Scratch testing, and Tribology. You will ideally be located near Chicago, but other locations near a major airport may be possible. The base salary range for this position is $92,000/y to $105,000 and depends on experience. Their commission plan is uncapped, pays monthly from dollar one and accelerates after reaching goal. They offer full benefits, profit sharing bonuses, monthly car allowance & mileage and a $10,000 anniversary bonus every five years.  Sign on bonus opportunity.

Responsibilities include:

• Generating and developing new accounts and effectively managing existing accounts.
• Presenting to small and large audiences including C-suite executives, production managers, and technicians.
• Qualifying opportunities and developing proposals and closing business

Skills and qualifications you will need:

• 2+ years of experience in capital equipment sales, analytical instruments preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills as well as presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a strong commitment to customer satisfaction.
• Bachelor's or master’s degree in a natural sciences or engineering, 
• Availability for frequent overnight travel (up to 75%).
• Valid driver's license and passport.