About the Role
We are seeking a technically strong and commercially minded Sales Engineer to grow our industrial business through advanced evaporation system solutions. In this role, you will act as a technical authority and trusted advisor, supporting complex sales opportunities from early process discussions through proposal development, technical validation, and customer engagement.
You will work closely with sales teams, customers, channel partners, and internal engineering resources to deliver optimized, competitive evaporation solutions that improve energy efficiency, sustainability, and operational performance across industrial applications such as ethanol, starch, sweeteners, fermentation, food, and other process industries.
This is a hybrid on‑site role based in Houston, TX (preferred).
As a part of the team, you will:
Serve as the technical lead for evaporation systems in sales opportunities, supporting customer discussions, solution development, and proposal strategies.
Analyze customer process requirements and be able to recommend optimized evaporation system designs, including equipment selection, sizing, and configuration.
Review customer specifications, process data, and drawings and collaborate with product specialists to develop technically sound and commercially competitive solutions.
Create and support comprehensive proposals, including technical documentation, system descriptions, pricing inputs, and equipment drawings, while meeting bid timelines.
Actively collaborate with sales managers, application engineers, and product specialists to align technical solutions with commercial objectives.
Provide technical presentations, audits, site visits, and troubleshooting support to customers and channel partners.
Assist in resolving complex technical questions and challenges related to evaporation performance, process integration, and system optimization.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of design standards, tools, and best practices for evaporation systems within the organization.
What you know:
You have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Process or Mechanical preferred), or equivalent relevant experience, and:
3+ years of experience in technical sales, process engineering, applications engineering, or systems engineering required; Prior experience with evaporation systems strongly desired.
Solid understanding of evaporation processes, thermodynamics, heat transfer, and industrial process design.
Proven ability to support complex, high-value industrial projects, balancing technical depth with commercial awareness.
Hands-on experience with equipment or system sizing, selection, and process optimization; familiarity with heat transfer equipment is a strong advantage.
Experience supporting customers in industries such as ethanol, starch, sweeteners, food, fermentation, distilling, or related process industries is highly desirable.
Comfortable preparing and supporting technical proposals, influencing customer decisions through credibility and solution value.
Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Proficiency in MS Office and the ability to quickly learn and apply proprietary sizing and process simulation tools.
Organized, proactive, and solution-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple opportunities and deadlines.
Willingness to travel within North America (typically 10–20%).
At Alfa Laval, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations, currently, we are prioritizing candidates who reside in the US or have an established presence in the area.
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 $85,000-110,000.
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.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Process or Mechanical preferred)
- 3+ years of experience in technical sales, process engineering, applications engineering, or systems engineering
- Solid understanding of evaporation processes and industrial process design
- Hands-on experience with equipment sizing, selection, and process optimization
- Experience in industries like ethanol, starch, sweeteners, or food
- Strong communication skills to explain technical concepts to varied audiences
- Proficiency in MS Office and ability to learn process simulation tools
Alfa Laval Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — 401(k) support is described as generous in U.S. postings, and the retirement plan is a notable strength alongside core coverage.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are core parts of the package, and health insurance is often described positively in U.S. materials.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO and paid holidays are standard, with options like purchasing additional PTO expanding flexibility for some roles.
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What We Do
Pioneering positive impact! Our pioneering 140-year-old start-up culture is built on the idea that partnership is the key to solving complex problems and unlocking the full potential of resources. So we collaborate closely with our partners, customers, and thought leaders to create game-changing solutions that challenge conventional thinking on quality, efficiency, and innovation. United by a shared commitment to creating positive impact we’re reshaping vital industries, like energy, food, water, and shipping, to optimize efficiency, reduce emissions, and increase yields. Together, we’re building business success, elevating the quality of life across society, and driving progress towards a more sustainable world. Alfa Laval is a leading global provider of first-rate heat transfer, separation, fluid handling products separation, and fluid handling products. With these as its base, Alfa Laval aims to help enhance the productivity and competitiveness of its customers in various industries throughout the world. We define their challenges and deliver sustainable products and solutions that meet their requirements – in energy, the environment, food, and the marine industry. Alfa Laval today has customers in some 100 countries, employs more than 21,300 people, and annual sales were SEK 63.6 billion (5.5 BEUR) in 2023. The company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. Alfa Laval contributes to 15 of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals. Our solutions make a difference in daily life. You can learn more on our website about how our products work, and how they are used in industries worldwide. We welcome your engagement, comments and questions - our guidelines and moderation policy for Alfa Laval channels on social media can be found here: https://www.alfalaval.com/legal/community-guidelines/ Personal data will be handled in accordance with the Alfa Laval Privacy Policy. https://www.alfalaval.com/privacy
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