Global Technical Sales Engineer (Optics & Photonics)

Thorlabs; Germany (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

30 days of vacation

Company pension scheme

Health insurance options

Annual company events

Job summary

Thorlabs is seeking a Technical Sales Engineer to support sustainable business growth by combining technical expertise with consultative sales. This role focuses on customer relationships and identifying new market opportunities while managing the sales pipeline from qualification to close.

The ideal candidate should have a Master’s degree in physics, optics, or engineering, be fluent in English and German, and possess strong organizational and communication skills. Flexible working hours and a comprehensive benefits package are included.

Qualifications

• Experience with optical setups or laboratory environments.
• Fluent in English and German.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice and support to international customers.
• Manage sales pipeline within CRM from qualification to close.
• Conduct equipment demonstrations at conferences.

Skills

Technical expertise

Strong communication skills

Data analysis

Organizational skills

Presentation skills

Education

Master’s degree in physics, optics, chemistry, engineering or similar

Tools

CRM

Optical setups

Photonics equipment

Job description

Thorlabs is seeking a Technical Sales Engineer to support sustainable business growth by combining technical expertise with consultative sales. This role focuses on customer relationships and identifying new market opportunities while managing the sales pipeline from qualification to close.

The ideal candidate should have a Master’s degree in physics, optics, or engineering, be fluent in English and German, and possess strong organizational and communication skills. Flexible working hours and a comprehensive benefits package are included.