Verto People · 23 hours ago
Sales Engineer
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$130K/yr - $140K/yrVerto People is a global leader in providing cutting-edge technology specializing in advanced engineering solutions. They are seeking a highly motivated Sales Engineer to drive new business within the Houston area, focusing on generating new opportunities and developing long-term relationships with key customers in the Oil & Gas, chemical, and power generation sectors.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
George East
Responsibilities
Cover the Houston area, proactively identifying and securing new OEM business opportunities
Oversee the full sales cycle, from initiating contact, scoping requirements, presenting solutions, and closing deals
Use CRM tools (including Salesforce) to track opportunities and manage follow-up actions effectively
Engage directly with engineering personnel, procurement teams, and key decision-makers at EPC firms, refineries, and power plants
Work with engineering and internal teams to provide accurate product quotes, technical solutions, and proposals tailored to customer needs
Attend trade shows, industry events, and client visits to maintain strong market visibility and generate leads
Qualification
Required
Candidates with distributor-only sales experience will not be considered
The ideal candidate will have a hunter mentality, with a proven track record of starting new business, tracking leads, and closing sales
Ability to travel up to 50% within the assigned territory (including occasional overnight trips)
Excellent ability to build relationships with engineers, maintenance personnel, and procurement teams
Excellent time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple opportunities and maintain an updated sales forecast
Deep understanding of Houston EPC firms, refineries, chemical facilities, and power plants
Preferred
Experience in OEM sales is essential, with a preference for experience in pumps or similar technical products
Prior knowledge of rotating equipment in sectors like refining, chemical facilities, and power generation is strongly preferred
Familiarity with positive displacement pumps and engineered-to-order pump sales is a plus
Benefits
Paid health insurance
401K
Company
Verto People
Verto People is a leading recruitment company specialising in the Engineering and Software fields across Europe and North America.
Founded in 2020
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase