Japanese Bilingual Sales Engineer - Mechanical / Structural Engineering

Position： Sales Engineer (Mechanical / Structural Engineering) Working Hours: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (1 hr lunch) Working style: Direct hire, Full-time Location: Durham, NC or Remote from home office within the US Summary: We are expanding strategically into North America with the launch of a new office in Durham, NC. As a founding member of this location, the Sales Engineer will play a critical role in both technical engineering support and business development. The ideal candidate will help grow the company by identifying potential customers and acting as a coordinator to facilitate work transfers from clients. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, client engagement, and leadership, with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and collaboration. Essential Duties: - Build and maintain strong relationships with potential and existing clients by understanding their technical needs and making effective proposals. - Support business development activities such as trade shows, networking events, and client meetings. - Serve as a liaison between clients and internal engineering teams to ensure smooth project execution. - Contribute to the establishment and growth of new offices as a founding member. - Inspect and advise on deliverables. - Writing documents such as emails and reports. - Accompanying on business trips within the US. - Assisting in client development. Compensation/Benefits: - 5 days of sick leave (1st year of employment will be 3 days of sick leave) - Vacation - Health, Dental, Vision Ins. - Retirement plan - Relocation cost assistance: up to $3,000 Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field. - 10+ years of experience in ｍechanical / structural engineering roles is preferred. - At least 3 years of experience in project management or project leadership. - Ability to use MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word and PowerPoint). - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Self-motivated, with strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to work independently. - Willingness to travel within the U.S. as needed. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience working for a Japanese company. - Japanese (Beginner) - Proficiency in 3D CAD.