Sales Engineer For New Project (San Jose)

Fortrend Engineering Corp; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 78,300 - 95,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

401K Plan

Paid Holidays/Paid Time Off

Job summary

A company specializing in advanced automation solutions is seeking a Sales Engineer in San Jose, California. This role requires experience in semiconductor sales and involves developing client relationships, technical presentations, and managing sales pipelines. Candidates must have a BS in Engineering or equivalent and over 5 years of relevant experience. Competitive compensation includes benefits like medical and life insurance, PTO, and 401k plans.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in semiconductor industry sales, with proven success in new customer acquisition.
• Experience selling to Tier 1 semiconductor manufacturers; automation/robotics knowledge preferred.
• Background in product management or new product introduction.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage a robust sales pipeline with a focus on Tier 1 semiconductor manufacturers.
• Manage end-to-end customer relationships, including executive, technical, and service stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineers to design automation solutions aligned with customer workflows.
• Deliver technical presentations and support customer visits to showcase capabilities.

Skills

Collaborative work

Technical communication

Documentation skills

Superior communication

Multilingual (Chinese, Spanish, or Korean)

Education

BS in Engineering or Technical Field

Job description

Sales Engineer For New Project (San Jose)

Compensation: 87k + depending on experience, Benefits: life insurance, medical/disability insurance, PTO, sick leave, 401k with ER matches

Employment Type: full‑time

Experience Level: mid level

About Fortrend Engineering

Fortrend Engineering specializes in manufacturing and integrating advanced automation solutions for the semiconductor, including:

• Wafer & Mask/Reticle Handling Systems: SMIF pod and FOUP openers; Wafer handling robots; Mask/Reticle transfer systems; Semiconductor shipping box
• Process Automation Modules: EFEMs (Equipment Front End Modules), Sorter

Fortrend Engineering is seeking an experienced Semiconductor Sales Engineer to join our team. This role involves both developing sales with existing clients and expanding our customer base. It combines technical expertise with strategic sales skills to identify, prospect, and close opportunities within the semiconductor industry. You will leverage your technical knowledge and customer‑facing experience to present Fortrend’s automation solutions, build relationships, and deliver customized system integrations.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and manage a robust sales pipeline with a focus on Tier 1 semiconductor manufacturers.
• Manage end-to‑end customer relationships, including executive, technical, and service stakeholders.
• Proactively identify and pursue opportunities through networking, trade shows, digital channels (website/social media), and referrals.
• Collaborate with engineers to design automation solutions aligned with customer workflows.
• Deliver technical presentations and support customer visits to showcase Fortrend’s capabilities.
• Generate quotes, ensure clean order bookings, and manage customer build configurations (EARs/BOM).
• Resolve customer issues promptly and monitor receivables to maintain financial health.
• Domestic and international travel required.

Experience

• BS in Engineering, Technical Field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in semiconductor industry sales, with proven success in new customer acquisition.
• Experience selling to Tier 1 semiconductor manufacturers; automation/robotics knowledge preferred.
• Background in product management or new product introduction.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to communicate technical details and reasoning to other engineers and management.
• Excellent documentation skills.
• Superior communication skills.
• Knowledge or proficiency in a second language – Chinese, Spanish, or Korean is a plus.
• U.S. Citizens or authorized workers only. No visa sponsorship.

Employee Benefit Summary

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability and AD&D
• 401K Plan
• Paid Holidays/Paid Time Off

Disclaimer

The appearance, specifications, performance descriptions, comparative data, and other information regarding the products displayed on this website are based on internal testing and experiments conducted in FORTREND’s laboratory. This information is for reference purposes only, and the final product may vary.