Application Guide

How to Apply for Sales Engineer

at Freudenberg

🏢 About Freudenberg

Freudenberg is pioneering emission-neutral energy systems specifically for sustainable heavy-duty e-mobility, positioning itself at the forefront of green transportation technology. Working here means contributing directly to decarbonizing commercial vehicles, a critical global challenge, within a company focused on tailor-made solutions rather than one-size-fits-all products.

About This Role

As a Sales Engineer at Freudenberg Mexico, you'll lead project steps within broader initiatives to sell and implement custom emission-neutral energy systems for heavy-duty vehicles. This role is impactful because you'll bridge technical solutions with client needs in the fast-growing e-mobility sector, directly advancing sustainable transportation in Mexico and beyond.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day involves analyzing client needs for heavy-duty e-mobility energy systems, developing tailored technical proposals, and leading project steps to implement solutions. You'll spend time explaining complex emission-neutral technologies to diverse stakeholders, mentoring junior colleagues, and collaborating across engineering and sales teams to build consensus on approach.

🎯 Who Freudenberg Is Looking For

  • Has a degree or equivalent experience with strong conceptual knowledge of engineering principles, specifically related to energy systems or e-mobility
  • Possesses excellent English skills to communicate complex technical information across global teams and international clients
  • Demonstrates in-depth practical knowledge in sales engineering with basic understanding of related disciplines like electrical systems or battery technology
  • Understands competitive landscape in heavy-duty e-mobility and knows how to position Freudenberg's tailor-made solutions against standard offerings

📝 Tips for Applying to Freudenberg

1

Highlight specific experience with emission-neutral technologies or heavy-duty vehicle systems in your resume, not just general engineering background

2

Demonstrate your ability to work independently by describing projects where you led steps with minimal guidance, particularly in technical sales contexts

3

Include examples of explaining difficult technical information to non-technical stakeholders, crucial for consensus-building across teams

4

Show knowledge of Mexico's e-mobility landscape and how Freudenberg's tailor-made approach differs from competitors' standard solutions

5

Provide concrete examples of process improvements you've contributed to in previous sales engineering roles, aligning with their problem-solving emphasis

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your experience with sustainable energy systems, specifically relating to transportation or heavy-duty applications', 'Examples of leading project steps independently within larger initiatives, demonstrating minimal need for guidance', "How you've built consensus across teams when explaining sensitive or complex technical information", "Your understanding of why tailor-made solutions (Freudenberg's approach) are advantageous over standard offerings in e-mobility"]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • Freudenberg's specific emission-neutral technologies for heavy-duty vehicles and their recent projects or partnerships in Mexico
  • Mexico's regulatory environment and market trends for e-mobility, particularly for commercial/heavy-duty transportation
  • Competitors in the heavy-duty e-mobility energy systems space and how Freudenberg's 'tailor-made' approach differs
  • Freudenberg's company culture and how they support sustainable initiatives globally and locally in Mexico

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a complex problem you solved using existing solutions in a sales engineering context, and how you improved the process
2 How would you explain Freudenberg's emission-neutral energy systems to a fleet manager with limited technical background?
3 What experience do you have mentoring junior staff or acting as a resource for less experienced colleagues?
4 How do you stay informed about competitors in the heavy-duty e-mobility space, and what differentiates Freudenberg?
5 Describe a time you had to build consensus across different teams (engineering, sales, client) on a sensitive technical issue
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying with only generic sales experience without demonstrating specific knowledge of energy systems or e-mobility
  • Failing to show English proficiency in application materials or during initial communications
  • Presenting as needing extensive guidance rather than demonstrating independent project leadership capability
  • Not understanding the difference between standard and tailor-made solutions in technical sales contexts

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

Offer

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