Industrial Automation Sales Engineer - Growth & Solutions

Phoenix Contact USA; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) matching

Generous time off package

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Houston is seeking a Sales Engineer (OEM) to drive sales of products by merging engineering knowledge with business acumen. This role involves identifying customer needs, recommending solutions, and providing technical support. Responsibilities include meeting sales quotas, developing relationships, and collaborating with teams to ensure customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have a technical degree, sales experience in industrial automation, and strong communication skills. The position offers a full-time role with travel requirements.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years minimum sales experience in the industrial automation & controls marketplace.
• Strong engineering background or technical degree required.
• Comfortable conducting outreach and maintaining account engagement.

Responsibilities

• Meet or exceed sales quotas and maintain customer relationships.
• Generate new opportunities through ongoing communication.
• Support proposal and sales material preparation.

Skills

Relationship development

Sales skills

Technical competence

Communication

Self-motivated

Education

Technical degree or equivalent industry experience

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

A leading technology firm in Houston is seeking a Sales Engineer (OEM) to drive sales of products by merging engineering knowledge with business acumen. This role involves identifying customer needs, recommending solutions, and providing technical support. Responsibilities include meeting sales quotas, developing relationships, and collaborating with teams to ensure customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have a technical degree, sales experience in industrial automation, and strong communication skills. The position offers a full-time role with travel requirements.