Technical Sales Engineer - Photonics (m/f/d)

Swabian Instruments; Stuttgart; Vor Ort; EUR 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible working hours

Mobile working and part-time models

Family-friendly environment

Team events and social activities

Zusammenfassung

Swabian Instruments in Stuttgart is seeking a motivated individual for a role in technical sales to engage researchers, demonstrate solution value, and expand our commercial growth.

The ideal candidate has a degree in a relevant field and strong communication skills. Our work environment is dynamic and supportive, with opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Join us in shaping the future of photonics technology!

Qualifikationen

• Education in Physics, Optics, Engineering, Materials Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Proven ability to effectively communicate and negotiate.
• Experience in technical sales is a strong plus.

Aufgaben

• Engage with researchers to demonstrate the value of our solutions.
• Drive inbound and outbound sales initiatives.
• Cultivate deep customer relationships.

Kenntnisse

Strong communication skills

Proactive self-starter

Project management

Customer-facing experience

Ausbildung

Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field

Tools

CRM solutions (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce)

Jobbeschreibung

Swabian Instruments builds measurement instrumentation that enables researchers to focus on what truly matters - their passion for innovation. Our solutions have set a new standard by delivering the highest accuracy, speed, and versatility on the market. We pair that with a powerful, versatile software engine that takes this data and facilitates various complex, real-time measurements in just a few lines of code in your preferred programming language. This enables scientists to run faster, more accurate experiments while also accelerating their research and technology development timelines.

Your Mission

You will leverage your technical expertise and strategic communication skills to bridge the gap between cutting-edge technology and the researchers who can benefit from it. Your mission is to engage with researchers to learn about their work, demonstrate the value of our solutions, and guide them through the decision-making process. You will engage in inbound and outbound sales initiatives, cultivate deep customer relationships, and drive our commercial growth. You will be the face of Swabian Instruments to our global scientific community, expanding our presence and accelerating the adoption of our innovative technology.

What we’re looking for

Required

• Education: Physics, Optics, Engineering, Materials Science, or related quantitative field
• A proactive self-starter who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where their efforts generate a direct, meaningful impact on our success. Insatiable drive to be the best at what you do.
• Strong communicator with a genuine passion for interacting with others, dedicated to mastering the art of effective communication and negotiation.
• Demonstrate high energy and passion for self-growth. Possess a ‘hunter’ mentality to persistently pursue new business opportunities, demonstrating perseverance in the face of rejection.
• Commitment to continuous skill, product, and industry knowledge development through training, experience, and feedback.
• Effective project management skills to prioritize and lead multiple projects, coordinating with team members where needed to achieve goals.

Strong Plus

• Experience working in a customer-facing role, preferably technical sales in the test & measurement industry
• Direct lab experience with time-correlated single-photon counting, quantum optics, fluorescence lifetime, or related techniques.
• Knowledge of research-driven industry verticals like Photonics, Life Sciences, or Quantum Science
• Experience with CRM solutions like HubSpot, Salesforce, or comparable software

Why You Should Apply

• A company made by scientists for scientists, we enable the brightest minds at the leading edge of science & technology to focus on what matters most - passion for innovation.
• Play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our business, with ample opportunities for growth and development
• An integral part of Swabian’s culture, we invest in the happiness, fulfillment, and growth of our team members.
• We cultivate an open-minded, inclusive, and collaborative working atmosphere through a flat organizational structure, helpful colleagues, and team events.
• We commute by train, car or bike: good public transport connections, parking space and bike leasing available.
• We are situated in the same building as the “Rockerei”, an indoor climbing park where a group of our employees meet regularly to climb. We have table soccer and darts sessions, perfect for recharging your energy while connecting with your teammates.
• Also we are a family-friendly company that offers flexible working hours, mobile working and part-time models. We have family days and celebrations with employees and partners.

We invite you to join us in our mission to shape the future of photonics technology. If you’re a highly motivated individual with relevant skills and experience who enjoys working in a dynamic learning environment, we hope you apply!