Entry-Level Technical Sales Representative

KEYENCE CORPORATION; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

World‑Class Training

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K match

~4 weeks PTO

Job summary

KEYENCE CORPORATION in the United States is hiring a Technical Sales Representative. You’ll meet customers on-site, assess their needs, and demonstrate solutions that drive real business results.

This entry‑level outside sales role offers two preferred office locations, paid world‑class training, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K match, and PTO. Travel will be 60%+ with overnight stays, providing strong growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or Associate's with 4+ years military experience).
• Willingness to travel 60%+ and overnight.
• Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle.
• Ability to lift and transport demo equipment (35–85 lbs.).

Responsibilities

• Become an expert in KEYENCE products and solutions.
• Prospect new business through cold calls, leads, and collaboration with the sales team.
• Conduct on-site consultations and product demonstrations to expand business.
• Collaborate with the local sales office to develop and exceed sales goals.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Willingness to learn

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate’s degree

Military experience 4+ years

Job description

Join KEYENCE as a Technical Sales Representative

Training Classes Begin January or July 2027

Multiple U.S. Locations | Entry-Level | Full-Time

Are you ready to launch your career with one of the world’s most innovative companies? KEYENCE is looking for driven, goal-oriented individuals to join our Technical Sales Team. Whether you're a recent graduate or early in your career, this is your opportunity to grow with a global leader in automation and technology.

What You’ll Do

As a Technical Sales Representative, you’ll be the face of KEYENCE—meeting customers on-site, understanding their needs, and delivering cutting‑edge solutions that drive real business results. This is an outside sales position with most of your time focused on:

• Become an expert in our industry-leading products and solutions
• Prospect new business through cold calls, leads, and collaboration with sales team
• Conduct on‑site consultations and product demonstrations to expand our business
• Collaborate with your local sales office for development and to exceed sales goals

Location Flexibility

Choose up to two preferred office locations when you apply—we’ll do our best to place you where you want to be. You’ll work within a regional territory, not nationwide.

What We Offer

• Base Salary: $53,940 – $80,760 (based on location)
• Performance Bonus Target: $24,000 annually (performance based), paid quarterly
• World‑Class Training: Paid, hands‑on training and on‑the‑job mentorship
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401K match, ~4 weeks PTO in first full year
• Career Growth: Promote‑from‑within culture with base and bonus increases

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree (or Associate’s and 4+ years military experience)
• Strong work ethic and a passion for learning
• Flexibility and critical thinking skills to adapt to customer challenges
• Willingness to travel (60%+), including overnight
• Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle
• Ability to lift and transport demo equipment (35–85 lbs.) into customer sites

Why KEYENCE?

• Recognized by Forbes as one of the World’s Most Innovative Companies
• A global leader in factory automation and quality assurance solutions
• Operating profit of over 40% for 25 consecutive years
• A culture that invests in your success from day one

KEYENCE is an at-will, Equal Opportunity Employer.