Engineering Jobs in Salina, KS

Outside Sales Representative | Unlimited Commission Potential

Build a business, not just a sales role.

Schaeffer Manufacturing Company (Remote | 1099 Independent Contractor)

Schaeffer Manufacturing is seeking experienced, self-driven professionals who want to build a long-term, repeat-order business—not chase one-time transactions.

With over 185 years of American-made manufacturing excellence, Schaeffer Oil is a trusted leader in premium lubricants and fuel additives that deliver measurable performance, reduce downtime, and lower operating costs for customers across industrial and fleet markets.

This is a business-building opportunity for professionals who value relationship-based selling, account development, and long-term income growth through selling consumable products.

What You Will Sell

• Industrial lubricants and hydraulic oils
• Heavy-duty engine oils and diesel lubricants
• Gear oils and specialty industrial fluids
• High-performance greases
• Fuel additives for diesel and gasoline systems
• Specialty products and aerosols

Role Overview

You will develop and manage accounts across:

• Manufacturing and industrial operations
• Fleet and transportation
• Construction and heavy equipment
• Agriculture and mining
• Food production and equipment maintenance

Your focus will be consultative selling— and we train you how to provide technical solutions and products that improve equipment reliability, extend service intervals, reduce maintenance costs, and create measurable value for customers.

Compensation Structure

• Independent contractor (1099)
• Unlimited commission structure
• Monthly and annual performance bonuses
• Income growth tied to account development and repeat business
• Six-figure income potential for disciplined, consistent builders

Training and Support

• Structured technical and sales training programs
• In-field training and virtual onboarding training
• Access to product specialists and technical advisors
• Ongoing education and professional development
• Marketing tools and sales infrastructure

Why Professionals Choose Schaeffer

• 185+ years of brand credibility
• Premium product portfolio with proven performance differentiation
• Repeat-order, consumable business model
• Long-term account value and income sustainability
• Business ownership model without franchise risk
• Strong corporate support with independent autonomy

Ideal Candidate Profile

This opportunity is well-suited for professionals who value:

• Relationship-based selling
• Long-term account development
• Business ownership mindset
• Income scalability
• Independence with structure

In this role, you operate as an independent business owner, not an employee. You control your schedule, your growth, your income, and your market development. There is no daily management, no micromanagement, and no corporate quotas tied to clocking hours.

What Schaeffer provides:

• A proven product line
• A trusted brand
• Technical training
• Sales systems
• Corporate infrastructure
• Support teams
• Marketing tools

What you build:

• Your book of business
• Your recurring revenue
• Your income stream
• Your long-term equity
• Your own schedule
• Your Freedom

Ready to take the next step?

If you are interested in building a long-term business with a proven brand and performance-driven products, apply to learn more about the market opportunity in your local area.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.