I am looking to get into technical/engineering sales. Does anyone have any recommendations of where to start or places to look at? LinkedIn and other job postings sites are overwhelming and I’ve always wanted to get into sales. My background is industrial engineering with a minor in business and my current role is a mechanical engineer in manufacturing with about 6 years of experience. I want to work for a company or sell something that I am passionate about or have an interest in. Thank you!

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Where are you based? Or are you looking for remote opportunities?

I’m based in Kansas City. I would ideally like to be remote and travel as much as needed but I would be open to moving depending on location!

Look into Parametric Technologies Corp.

My consulting firm is hiring for Mechanical / Electrical Engineers for our Boston / San Fran offices. Good WLB and hybrid work. DM to discuss a referral 🚀

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