Pre-Sales Technical Specialist – Design and Manufacturing

Autodesk

Pre-sales technical engineer showcasing Autodesk design and manufacturing software to Italian customers. Advising on CAD, PDM/PLM workflows and supporting sales teams and channel partners.

Posted 8/18/2026full-timeMilan • 🇮🇹 ItalyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in 3D CAD, PDM, and PLM solutions, with a strong understanding of manufacturing workflows and business processes. Possesses excellent communication and presentation skills, enabling effective customer engagement and technical demonstrations.

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3D CAD SolutionsPDM/PLM SolutionsManufacturing WorkflowsTechnical DemonstrationsBusiness Fluency in Italian and English

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Hard Skills

3D CADPDM SolutionsPLM SolutionsManufacturing WorkflowsTechnical Content DevelopmentSales AutomationAutodesk VaultInventorFusion ManageIntegrations Between PDM, PLM, ERP

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationPresentation SkillsFacilitation SkillsTechnical CuriosityContinuous Improvement Mindset

Tools & Technologies

Autodesk SolutionsCloud-Based PDM/PLM SolutionsOn-Premises PDM/PLM Solutions

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingMechanical EngineeringIndustrial EngineeringProduct DevelopmentAutomotiveAerospaceMedical TechnologyMetal FabricationMaterials ScienceConsumer Products

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudERPVault

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Understand and discover customer needs, providing Autodesk solution advice
Deliver technical demonstrations and presentations at customer-facing events, meetings, and webinars
Contribute to commercial proposals
Provide feedback to Product teams to enhance Autodesk solutions
Develop technical content for pre-sales activities and sales automation
Support Channel Partners in understanding and promoting Autodesk solutions
Build an industry profile as a recognized technical expert and advocate for Autodesk solutions
Collaborate with Autodesk Sales teams and Channel Partners in the South Europe Region in a pre-sales capacity
Showcase the value of Autodesk solutions using practical skills and technical vision

Requirements

What you’ll need

Professional experience in manufacturing, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, product development, automotive, aerospace, medical technology, metal fabrication, materials science, or a related field
Deep knowledge of 3D CAD, PDM and/or PLM solutions
Deep understanding of manufacturing workflows and business processes
Experience with PDM/PLM solutions
Good understanding of on-premises and cloud-based PDM/PLM solutions
Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills for executive meetings, workshops, conferences, trade fairs, webinars, and customer-facing demonstrations
Technical curiosity and a continuous improvement mindset
Business fluency in Italian and English, spoken and written
Ability to travel within Italy, with occasional travel to other global locations
Preferred: experience with Autodesk Vault, Vault PLM, Inventor, or Fusion Manage
Preferred: integrations between PDM, PLM, ERP, CAD, and other enterprise systems
Preferred: experience supporting complex enterprise sales cycles, solution architecture discussions, workflow design, pilots, or proof-of-value engagements
Preferred: knowledge of manufacturing industries including machinery, industrial equipment, automotive, aerospace, consumer products, or medical devices
Preferred: familiarity with competitive Design and/or PDM/PLM platforms
Proficiency in Spanish, French, and Portuguese is beneficial

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working arrangements
Continuous learning opportunities
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Strong opportunities for personal and professional growth
Annual cash bonuses may be included
Commissions for sales roles may be included
Stock grants may be included
Comprehensive benefits package
In-person onboarding and/or in-person ID verification may be required