Description
Overview
We’re looking for a technically strong Fluid Power professional to step into an established, high-potential territory in the Dallas market. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex motion control challenges while growing long-term customer relationships. You’ll inherit existing accounts with strong revenue and clear runway for expansion—this is not a cold-start sales role.
What You’ll Do
- Manage and grow a portfolio of established accounts in a growing market
- Identify and develop new customers and new opportunities within existing customers
- Provide hands-on technical support for hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Work closely with internal engineering and operations teams to deliver complete solutions
- Develop proposals, quotes, and application recommendations
- Build long-term customer relationships as a trusted advisor, not just a vendor
What Sets This Role Apart
- Established book of business — immediate impact, not starting from scratch
- Strong mix of technical problem-solving + commercial growth
- Real upside potential tied to account expansion
Requirements
Required
- 5+ years of experience in fluid power (hydraulics and/or pneumatics)
- Strong understanding of:
- Fluid power and electromechanical applications
- Pumps, valves, cylinders, filtration, manifolds
- Hydraulic schematics
- Experience in a customer-facing role (sales, applications, service, or engineering)
- Ability to troubleshoot and recommend system improvements
- Self-driven, organized, and comfortable working independently
Preferred
- Background with a distributor, OEM, or manufacturer
- Experience with brands like Bosch Rexroth, Parker, Eaton, Danfoss, SMC, or Festo
- Fluid Power Certification (IFPS) or CFPHS
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary plus Commission compensation package
- Total compensation starting above $175K
- Vehicle allowance plus fuel reimbursement
- Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k)
- Ongoing technical and professional development
Who You Are
You’re someone who:
- Enjoys digging into technical challenges and finding real solutions
- Takes ownership of customer relationships and looks for ways to grow them
- Is equally comfortable on a plant floor or in a customer meeting
- Wants a role where your technical expertise directly drives business success
Apply If…
You’re currently an:
- Fluid Power Account Manager
- Application Engineer looking to move into a customer-facing role
- Technical Sales Rep in hydraulics, pneumatics, or motion control