Optimax Systems, Inc. · 1 day ago
Sales Engineer
Optimax Systems, Inc. is a company that builds lenses powering technologies in aerospace, defense, and consumer electronics. The Sales Engineer role is responsible for creating customer relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and serving as a technical liaison between customers and internal teams to deliver manufacturable optical solutions.
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Responsibilities
Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with new and existing customers across key markets
Serve as a primary high-level technical and commercial point of contact, understanding customer requirements and ensuring alignment with Optimax capabilities
Lead the quoting process by assessing customer specifications, working with engineering, and developing solutions that meet performance, delivery, and budget goals
Drive new business growth by identifying opportunities, nurturing leads, and converting customer needs into booked orders
Represent Optimax at customer meetings, industry events, trade shows, and technical conferences to promote capabilities and expand brand awareness
Monitor market trends, customer roadmaps, and competitive landscapes to inform strategic direction and uncover new opportunities
Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and leadership to ensure successful program execution and customer satisfaction
Navigate changing priorities, complex technical requirements, and dynamic timelines while maintaining a commitment to customer success
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience)
3+ years of experience in technical sales, business development, or customer-facing engineering roles in high-tech manufacturing or optics preferred
Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills
Demonstrated ability to understand and explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
Self-motivated, resourceful, and eager to contribute in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
Willingness to travel as needed (10–20%)
Benefits
Bonus: 25% Monthly Profit Sharing
Tuition Assistance: Support for continuing education
Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, and Vision options
401(k): Retirement plan with employer match
Paid Time Off: Generous vacation and paid holidays
Other Benefits: Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA)
Company
Optimax Systems, Inc.
America's largest optics manufacturer, Optimax is on the cutting edge of future applications in space, high-energy lasers, and semiconductor.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$1.14MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2023-02-22Grant· $1.14M
1997-05-17Acquired
Recent News
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