Michael Benard
About Michael Benard
Michael Benard is the Assistant Manager of TMR and CSM Sales Engineering at Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas Inc., with over a decade of experience in various engineering and sales roles.
Current Position at Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas Inc.
Michael Benard currently holds the position of Assistant Manager, TMR and CSM Sales Engineering at Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas Inc. He leverages his extensive experience in engineering and sales to support and manage technical sales operations. His role involves overseeing technical sales initiatives, ensuring client requirements are met, and enhancing the efficiency of the sales engineering process.
Previous Roles at Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas Inc.
Michael Benard has over a decade of experience working at Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas Inc. He began his tenure at the company as a Design Engineer from 2013 to 2015. He later advanced to Senior Design Engineer from 2015 to 2017. Following this, he transitioned into sales engineering, serving as a Sales Engineer from 2017 to 2021 and then as a Senior Sales Engineer from 2021 to 2023. These roles, located in various capacities within the United States, have equipped him with a robust background in both design and sales engineering.
Mechanical Engineering Education
Michael Benard earned his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (B.S.M.E) from Prairie View A&M University. He studied at the institution for six years from 2000 to 2006, gaining a solid foundation in mechanical engineering principles. His academic background has been instrumental in shaping his professional journey across different engineering and sales roles.
Experience at Foster and Hendricks Manufacturing
Before joining Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas Inc., Michael Benard started his career in mechanical engineering at Foster and Hendricks Manufacturing. He worked there as a Mechanical Engineer from 2006 to 2009 in Tomball, TX. This role provided him with foundational experience and an understanding of manufacturing processes and mechanical engineering principles.
Transition from Teaching to Engineering
Michael Benard has a unique professional background that includes teaching and engineering roles. He worked as a Pre-Engineering Teacher at Spring Independent School District (ISD) in Spring, TX, from 2009 to 2013. This role involved educating students on basic engineering concepts before transitioning to a career in mechanical and sales engineering. This transition showcases his versatility and adaptability in different professional environments.