Technical Sales Representative – Chicago, IL

Monmouth University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K match

PTO and training

Job summary

KEYENCE is hiring a Technical Sales Representative in Chicago, IL to join our dynamic sales team. You will meet customers on-site, understand their needs, and deliver cutting-edge automation solutions that drive real business results.

This outside sales role requires travel (60%+), strong communication, and the ability to demonstrate our industry-leading products. Training is world-class and career growth is emphasized within a supportive, high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Meet customers on-site and assess their needs to deliver tailored solutions
• Conduct on-site consultations and product demonstrations to expand business
• Prospect new opportunities via cold calls, leads, and collaboration with the sales team
• Collaborate with the local sales office to develop accounts and exceed sales goals

Skills

Strong work ethic

Willingness to travel

Customer-focused

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or Associate's and 4+ years military experience

Job description

Technical Sales Representative – Chicago, IL

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 ourTechnical 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 aTechnical 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. You can expect to:

• 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

Choose up totwo preferred office locationswhen 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
• Recognized by Forbes as one ofWorld’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.