Job Posting: Business Development Executive – Custom Engineered Gears-Chicago Business Jobs 2025
Remote (Midwest region preferred – IL, MN, MI, IN, OH, WI)
Full-Time | Permanent
Base Salary: $130,000–$160,000 + Commission
Posted: October 2025
Become a Part of a Legacy of Precision Engineering and Innovation
Are you an ambitious sales professional with considerable experience in engineered gear or gearbox production? Do you excel in high-impact positions where technical know-how is combined with strategic business development? Then we’d like to hear from you.
Our client, a heritage manufacturing company in the Chicago metropolitan area, is looking for a Business Development Executive to join their ranks. This is a remote opportunity (preferably located in the Midwest) where candidates must spend time traveling to customer sites and offers an amazing chance to work with one of the most recognized names in precision gear manufacturing.
About the Company
With origins tracing back to the late 1800s, this organization has earned a shining reputation for producing high-precision gears and bespoke gearboxes for some of the world’s most demanding sectors. Oil and gas to mining, renewable energy to power generation, this company has established itself as the go-to brand for engineering excellence and technical ingenuity.
Based out of several facilities with more than 200 employees, the company offers:
Custom-engineered gearing solutions
Gearbox rebuilds and refurbishment services
Legacy support and reverse engineering
They benefit from private equity ownership, allowing ongoing investment in leading-edge CNC equipment, automation, and state-of-the-art gear technologies. Being a founding member of the American Gear Manufacturers Association (AGMA), they have an influential role in determining industry standards and practices.
The Role: Business Development Executive-Chicago Business Jobs 2025
You will be a growth driver as the Business Development Executive, identifying and acquiring new business opportunities in industrial markets. This is a strategic sales position with high visibility, requiring technical proficiency, strong people skills, and a hunter mindset.
You will have the responsibility of growing the company’s presence in the Midwest and wider North American markets, with emphasis on new customer acquisition as well as strategic account development. The preferred candidate has extensive technical expertise in gear manufacturing and knows how to match intricate, engineered products with customer-specific requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Sales Strategy & Execution:
Create and implement detailed sales plans consistent with company growth objectives. Actively pursue and qualify new sales prospects within targeted markets.
Customer Engagement:
Foster long-term, close relationships through direct customer visits, telephone/video calls, and regular consultation. Recognize client issues and suggest customized technical solutions.
Technical Collaboration:
Collaborate closely with engineering groups to convert client requirements into producible gear solutions. Have the ability to decipher technical drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
Presentations & Proposals:
Make effective presentations to technical and executive-level customers. Create and present comprehensive quotations, pricing offers, and contract conditions.
Territory Management:
Prioritize and manage sales activity throughout a multi-state territory with high-value targets. Plan and conduct 50–70% travel, attending on-site meetings, trade shows, and industry events.
CRM & Reporting:
Maintain detailed and accurate records of all sales activity in the company’s CRM system. Regularly report on pipeline development, opportunity status, and forecasted revenue.
Who We’re Looking For
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mechanical technology, or a related technical discipline
10+ years of experience in technical sales roles, preferably in gear or gearbox manufacturing
3–5 years of direct experience selling custom-engineered gears or similar high-precision components
In-depth industry knowledge and strong success record in sectors like Oil & Gas, Mining, Construction, Rail, Marine, Defense, Medical, or Renewable Energy
Willingness to travel up to 70% to see customers and participate in industry conferences and events
Proposal development, quotation presentation, and solution-selling skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including ability to present technical information to non-technical listeners
History of success in achieving or surpassing sales performance targets
Preferred Skills:
Experience in reverse engineering and gearbox overhaul markets
Knowledge of AGMA specifications and special gear production processes
CRM skills (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot, or equivalents)
Sound analytical thought and problem-solving skills
Self-disciplined, motivated, and able to work remotely with little supervision
Why Work With This Company?
✅ Flexibility Remote
You will have the option to work remotely, preferably operating out of the Midwest (Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, or Ohio), while remaining in touch via frequent client visits and collaboration with the team.
Competitive Salary
Base pay is between $130,000 and $160,000 with potential commission as an added incentive based on performance and sales targets.
Benefits Package
Medical, dental, and vision care coverage
Employer-matched 401(k) plan
Paid vacation, sick days, and company holidays
Company-paid travel and mileage reimbursement
Impact & Growth
You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a legacy manufacturer undergoing an exciting transformation. The company has aggressive growth goals and is looking for high-impact professionals to grow with them.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and are dedicated to maintaining an inclusive workplace for all staff. Applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.
Ready to Apply?
If you are a technical sales leader who loves engineered products and has experience in closing complicated deals, we would like to hear from you. Don’t let this opportunity pass and be part of a company that boasts more than a century of excellence, state-of-the-art operations, and aggressive growth plans ahead.
Apply now and advance your career as the Business Development Executive – Custom Engineered Gears.
For inquiries, get in touch with:
Megan Floor
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