Balluff Americas · 1 month ago
Sales Engineer (Chicago)
FLORENCE, KY, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$83K/yr - $124K/yr
4+ years expBalluff Americas is a global leader in sensor technology and industrial automation, committed to improving efficiency and advancing digitalization. As a Sales Engineer, you will drive strategic growth by delivering automation solutions and maintaining strong relationships with key accounts.
Industrial Automation
Responsibilities
Execute strategic sales plans to generate consistent growth within your assigned account base
Build value-driven relationships with customer stakeholders—from engineering and operations to executive leadership
Present automation solutions that address customer challenges and generate measurable cost savings
Use customer insights to tailor Balluff’s solutions and enhance competitive positioning
Leverage appropriate distribution and fulfillment channels to maximize value and efficiency
Collaborate globally with internal teams (engineering, sales, business development, marketing, and executive leadership) to support customer initiatives
Communicate Balluff’s total cost of ownership advantages through compelling presentations and technical discussions
Stay informed on competitor offerings and market dynamics to differentiate Balluff’s solutions
Accurately track customer interactions and opportunities using SAP, CRM, and Business Warehouse tools
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and 4–6 years of industrial automation sales experience
Strong “hunter/qualifier” sales profile with a track record of winning complex, high-level negotiations
In-depth understanding of plant-floor automation systems and architectures
Proficient in Microsoft Office and virtual collaboration tools (MS Teams, Zoom, etc.)
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Willingness and ability to travel extensively within the assigned territory
Must reside within the territory (Chicago Metro area)
Benefits
Competitive base salary + incentive program
Company vehicle
Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match)
Paid time off and holidays
Training, development, and advancement opportunities
Collaborative, innovative work environment
Company
Balluff Americas
We are your partner for innovative solutions in industrial automation. With our passion we improve your competitive position with speed and results.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dennis Lewis
Chief Executive Officer
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