Riley Seifert
About Riley Seifert
Riley Seifert is a Sales Engineer with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Grand Valley State University and is currently pursuing an MBA in Organizational Management at Eastern University. With experience at companies such as Bastian Solutions and Dematic, Seifert has developed a strong background in engineering and sales.
Work at Configura
Riley Seifert currently serves as a Sales Engineer at Configura, a position held since 2023. Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Riley is responsible for leveraging engineering expertise to support sales initiatives and customer engagement. This role involves collaborating with clients to understand their needs and providing tailored solutions that align with Configura's offerings.
Education and Expertise
Riley Seifert studied at Grand Valley State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSE) with an emphasis in Engineering Management and a minor in Business. Currently, he is pursuing an MBA in Organizational Management at Eastern University, which he began in 2024. This educational background equips Riley with a blend of technical and managerial skills relevant to his roles in engineering and sales.
Background
Riley Seifert's professional journey includes significant experience in engineering roles. He worked as an Estimating Engineer in System Sales at Bastian Solutions from 2022 to 2023. Prior to that, he spent five years at Dematic as a Mechanical Systems Solution Design Engineer, where he contributed to system design and engineering solutions. His early career included an engineering internship at Metal Technologies from 2015 to 2016.
Previous Experience
Before joining Configura, Riley Seifert held various engineering positions that contributed to his professional development. At Bastian Solutions, he worked remotely as an Estimating Engineer for seven months. His five-year tenure at Dematic involved designing mechanical systems, while his internship at Metal Technologies provided foundational engineering experience. These roles have shaped his skills in engineering and sales.