Technical Enablement and Solutions Engineer - Mechanical Engineer
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
JOB DESCRIPTION
Reports to:
Director of Engineering (Mechanical Engineer) and International Sales Manager
Location: Cedar Grove, NJ
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated Technical Enablement & Solutions Engineer to serve as a strategic technical resource supporting both Engineering and Sales.
This role is responsible for evaluating customer applications, supporting pre-sales technical activities, and ensuring opportunities are properly qualified before Engineering engagement. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical knowledge, problem-solving ability, and cross-functional collaboration skills to help improve sales efficiency, technical accuracy, and customer experience.
In addition to customer and sales support, this role will actively contribute to engineering initiatives including research and development (R&D), product improvement projects, testing, and validation activities. This position offers an opportunity to directly influence both customer success and product innovation.
Essential Functions:
Technical Sales & Application Support
Partner with Sales to evaluate customer requirements, specifications, and applications
Recommend appropriate product solutions based on technical fit and feasibility
Support complex technical discussions during pre-sales opportunities
Review opportunities to ensure proper qualification before Engineering involvement
Engineering Coordination
Serve as a technical bridge between Sales and Engineering
Ensure Engineering resources are focused on qualified, high-value opportunities
Communicate technical requirements clearly across teams
Technical Support & Troubleshooting
Provide advanced technical support to customers, distributors, and internal teams
Troubleshoot application and product-related issues
Escalate complex technical challenges as appropriate
Support distributor technical enablement by identifying recurring knowledge gaps and contributing to the development of application-based training resources
Advanced Quoting & Proposal Support
Assist with technically complex quotations and configurations
Validate technical accuracy of proposals and product selections
RMA Analysis & Product Evaluation
Support investigation of returned products and root cause analysis
Partner with Quality and Engineering on corrective actions and continuous improvement
Engineering Projects & Innovation
Participate in engineering projects, including but not limited to:
Research & Development (R&D)
Product enhancements and optimization
Product testing and validation
Technical documentation and process improvement initiatives
Training & Technical Enablement
Develop technical documentation, product guides, and FAQs
Support training initiatives for internal teams, customers, and channel partners
Help create scalable resources that improve efficiency and reduce repetitive inquiries
Systems & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Maintain technical activity and key insights in HubSpot
Collaborate closely with Engineering, Sales, Operations, and Customer Care
Skills/Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline
3+ years of experience in applications engineering, technical support, solutions engineering, or similar role
Strong technical aptitude with ability to evaluate complex applications
Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
Experience working cross-functionally in fast-paced environments
Experience with CRM systems; HubSpot experience preferred
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
· Performed other duties as directed.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit, stand, and operate a computer for extended periods of time
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation