Senior Automotive Vision Solutions Engineer

Cognex Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognex Corporation in the United States seeks a Senior Account Sales Engineer to drive ID and Vision product sales within automotive accounts. You will build a 12–24 month pipeline, lead complex negotiations, and coordinate with OEMs, GAMs, and integration partners.

The role requires 5+ years in technical sales, a STEM or Business bachelor's degree, and bilingual English/Korean ability. Frequent field work with up to 40% travel and hands-on post-sale support for system programming are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in technical sales with complex deals.
• Proven ability to manage long sales cycles.
• Bachelor's degree in STEM or Business.
• Willingness to travel up to 40%.

Responsibilities

• Conduct product demonstrations and on-site solutions for customer needs.
• Build and manage a 12–24 month pipeline with large, complex opportunities.
• Lead contract negotiations to close deals and ensure compliance with agreements.
• Collaborate with OEM Sales Engineers, GAMs, TSEs, and integration partners.
• Provide post-sale support for system programming and configuration.

Skills

Bilingual English

Bilingual Korean

Technical sales

Field sales

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree (STEM or Business)

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Cognex Corporation in the United States seeks a Senior Account Sales Engineer to drive ID and Vision product sales within automotive accounts. You will build a 12–24 month pipeline, lead complex negotiations, and coordinate with OEMs, GAMs, and integration partners.

The role requires 5+ years in technical sales, a STEM or Business bachelor's degree, and bilingual English/Korean ability. Frequent field work with up to 40% travel and hands-on post-sale support for system programming are essential.