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JOIN OUR TEAM IN USA!

Hilltip Corp is a leading global manufacturer of road maintenance equipment for pickups and light trucks based in Fort Wayne, IN, with corporate headquarters based in Pietarsaari, Finland. Hilltip proudly operates under the umbrella of the Swedish technology group Sdiptech (publ). Take the next step in your career by becoming a valuable part of our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity in a stable and expanding company with an international business environment.

Open positions:

MIDWEST REGIONAL SALES MANAGER

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop new business – identify and develop new distributors. Evaluate potential distributors through analysis of local markets, industry trends and current business models.
• Develop sales by making initial presentations on equipment and technology; explain product and service enhancements; introduce new products and services.
  
• Grow business with existing distributors through continuing education, joint sales calls, equipment demonstrations and trade events.
  
• Implement new sales strategies and applications with new and existing customers.
  
• Develop and build relationships with large fleet and municipality accounts to get placement of Hilltip equipment. Support those relationships with continuing education programs on Hilltip equipment and technology.
• Update professional knowledge of snow/ice and truck equipment industry – study industry trends, become familiar with methods and materials for snow/ice control, understand prevailing legislative requirements of service area as it relates to winter maintenance operations.

TRAVEL REQUIRED – trade shows, customer events, account development and maintenance, continuing education, etc. approx. 120 days/year.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Customer focused
• Able to establish partnerships/alliances
• Prospecting skills
• Meet sales goals
• Foster teamwork
• Planning – presentations, sales meetings, travel schedules
• Building and maintaining relationships
• People Skills
• Emphasizing excellence
• Technical aptitude
• Highly motivated
• Good communication skills – written and verbal
• Desired candidate must live in sales territory

Preferred Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred with a concentration in sales/marketing, advertising or business administration. Technical backgrounds are preferred.
• Fluent in English; other languages would be considered a plus (for North America, Spanish or French).
• 2+ years sales experience in B2B
• Stable employment history

Benefits:

• Salary plus commission
• Paid vacation
• Health care with vision/dental
• Company sales vehicle
• Credit card for business expenses
• 401k program

Please send resume and salary requirements to: Craig Sandmann, Managing Director at info@hilltipna.com or apply online via the form below.

MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Job Responsibilities:

• Design and Development: Create and develop truck equipment’s, such as various truck bed solutions as well as snow and Ice control equipment’s in SolidWorks environment. You work as head Engineer at our plant in Forth Wayne USA, in close collaboration with the team in FINLAND, ensuring the product meet project specifications and industry standards.
• Project Management: Oversee the entire lifecycle of mechanical engineering projects related to snow and ice equipment and truck beds, from initial concept through to production and implementation.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other engineers overseas and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of mechanical systems with other project components, particularly in the context of snow and ice equipment.
• Documentation: Prepare detailed technical documentation, drawings to support project development and compliance with regulations specific to snow and ice equipment for and truck beds.
• Update professional knowledge of snow/ice and truck equipment industry – study industry trends, become familiar with methods and materials for snow/ice control, understand prevailing legislative requirements of service area as it relates to winter maintenance operations.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Educational Background: A bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles (2 years), CAD software (such as SolidWorks or equivalent 3D software), and simulation tools. Familiarity with materials science and metal fabrication processes is also important.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify issues, analyze problems, and develop effective solutions, particularly in the context of snow and ice equipment and truck beds.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members, stakeholders, and clients. Ability to prepare clear and concise technical drawings and product documentation.
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality in design, testing, and documentation.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to work well in a team environment, collaborating with other engineers, designers, and departments to achieve project objectives.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities, and to learn new technologies and methods as needed.

Benefits:

• Paid vacation
• Health care with vision/dental
• 401k program

Please send resume and salary requirements to: Craig Sandmann, Managing Director at info@hilltipna.com or apply online via the form below.