Technical Sales Trainee

Balluff Inc.; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Incentive program

Benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401

Job summary

Balluff Inc. is launching a January 2027 Sales Trainee Engagement Program (STEP) in Florence, KY. The twelve-month, paid rotation will shape you into a Technical Sales Engineer in a defined territory, with hands-on training across Technical Support, Sales, and Operations.

Ideal candidates have a 4-year degree in engineering, business, or a technical field and up to 1–2 years post-grad. Expect relocation twice and a path to independent sales engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a technical discipline.
• Up to 1–2 years of post-education experience.
• Technical aptitude with a willingness to learn Balluff products and systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and virtual meeting platforms.
• Willingness to relocate twice: Florence, KY area for training, then territory assignment.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through Balluff's core functions: Technical Sales, Sales Support, Operations, and more.
• Learn how Balluff products work by solving real customer applications and building solutions.
• Participate in structured product and sales training programs.
• Gain experience with internal systems, customer communication, and demos.
• Travel with and shadow experienced Sales Engineers; build customer relationships virtually.

Skills

Problem solving

Curiosity

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Virtual meeting platforms

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 8125 HOLTON DRIVE - FLORENCE, KY 41042

Position Type: Full-Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Sales Engineering

Balluff is a global leader in sensor technology and industrial automation. With over 100 years of experience, we empower customers to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and drive innovation through smart solutions. Join a company that values your growth, your ideas, and your future.

Launch Your Career in Technical Sales with Balluff - January 2027 Start

Calling all upcoming and recent grads in engineering, business, or technical fields - this is your chance to step into a career in automation sales with a global industry leader. Balluff is expanding, and we're looking for future sales professionals to join our Sales Trainee Engagement Program (STEP).

Starting in January 2027, this twelve-month, paid rotational training program will prepare you to become a Technical Sales Engineer within a defined sales territory at Balluff. You'll gain hands-on experience across key departments, build product knowledge, and learn how to deliver customer-focused solutions in industrial automation. Upon successful completion of the STEP program, you will transition into a Sales Engineer role supporting a designated territory, where you will apply your training to develop customer relationships and grow the business.

What You'll Experience

• Rotate through Balluff's core functions: Technical Customer Support, Sales Support, Operations, and more
• Learn how our products work by solving real customer applications and building solutions
• Participate in structured product and sales training programs
• Gain experience with internal systems, customer communication, and demo tools
• Travel with and shadow experienced Sales Engineers
• Begin building customer relationships via virtual sales activities

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Enjoy solving problems and improving efficiency
• Are naturally curious about how things work
• Manage time well and are goal-oriented
• Work well independently and as part of a team
• Communicate confidently and clearly
• Are eager to keep learning every day

Why Join Balluff?

• Competitive base salary + incentive program
• Paid relocation support
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career growth and mentorship from experienced sales professionals
• Be part of a high-growth global company with a strong commitment to innovation

Balluff is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a technical discipline
• Up to 1-2 years of post-education experience
• Technical aptitude with a willingness to learn Balluff products and systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and virtual meeting platforms
• Ability and willingness to relocate twice: First, to Florence, KY / Cincinnati, OH area for training Then, to your assigned sales territory upon program completion