Company Description SMC Corporation is a integral leader in automation technology, providing advanced pneumatic, control, and process components that support smarter, safer, and more efficient operations across industries. As the North American subsidiary headquartered in Noblesville, Indiana, SMC Corporation of America is part of a worldwide organization with extensive engineering resources, manufacturing facilities, sales offices, and technical support in over 80 countries. The company’s comprehensive portfolio includes actuators, valves, air preparation equipment, vacuum systems, electric motion, fluid control, and industrial instrumentation.
SMC emphasizes continuous improvement, delivering new products that boost efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and enhance machine performance. Through application expertise, digital engineering tools, and reliable supply chains, SMC partners with customers in sectors such as automotive, life sciences, food and packaging, and electronics to solve complex automation challenges.
Role Description The Technical Sales Advisor is a full-time, on-site role based in Santiago, focused on supporting customers with automation solutions that meet their technical and business needs. In this role, the advisor provides technical guidance on SMC products, prepares proposals, and delivers product demonstrations tailored to customer applications. Day-to-day responsibilities include analyzing customer requirements, recommending appropriate components or systems, and coordinating with internal engineering and sales teams to ensure accurate specifications and timely delivery.
The advisor handles technical inquiries,
offers troubleshooting support, and maintains ongoing relationships with existing and prospective customers through regular visits, meetings, and follow-ups. This role also involves identifying new business opportunities, contributing to sales targets, and staying current with industry trends and SMC product developments.
Qualifications
- Strong Analytical Skills to assess customer requirements, interpret technical data, and propose effective automation solutions.
- Consulting and Sales abilities to engage with customers, understand their operations, and present value-driven product offerings.
- Technical Support and Troubleshooting skills to resolve product and application issues and provide reliable guidance before and after sales.
- Relevant technical background, such as a degree or diploma in engineering (mechanical, electrical, industrial, or related field), or equivalent practical experience in automation or industrial equipment.
- Experience working with pneumatic, control, or process components, or in industrial automation environments, is highly beneficial.
- Clear and professional communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
- Comfort working on-site with customers, including travel within the Santiago region and surrounding areas as needed.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of cross-functional teams, with strong organization and time-management skills.
- Proficiency with standard office and CRM software; familiarity with digital engineering tools is a plus.
- Language proficiency in Spanish;
📌 Technical Sales Advisor (Santiago)
🏢 SMC
📍 Santiago