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Sales Engineer

In-Position Technologies
San Jose, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/8/2026 CLOSED ON 6/15/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Engineer position at In-Position Technologies?

Industrial Automation Sales Engineer

Come join a company pushing the cutting edge of Manufacturing technology. We work every day with the latest in robotic technology, as well as measurement and inspection. We are growing rapidly and looking for additional team members to help us continue that!


The company

In-Position Technologies is a High-Tech automation solutions provider based Chandler, AZ with offices in San Jose, Salt Lake City, Denver and Albuquerque. We have over 25 years of experience in implementing the latest in robotic automation technologies. We work every day with some of the largest manufacturers in the Southwestern United States to help them automate their processes.


· We see a huge variety of different applications; each day brings a new challenge – this job never gets boring!

· We provide equipment from many of the automation and robotics industry leaders so we can help our customers stay on the cutting edge of technology


The Position


We are looking for a Sales Engineer to lead our sales efforts in the San Jose and Greater Bay area. This role requires a high level of self-motivation, technical aptitude and strong communication skills. This individual would be responsible for consulting with customers and helping them choose which robots and other automation equipment to use and how to best implement those solutions. You will also provide technical training and support, demo product and put together proposals and quotes.


· Starting Salary of $100,000-$125,000 plus uncapped commission.

· 5 Weeks PTO (Including Holidays)

Location

In-Position Technologies Arizona office is in San Jose. The representative would be responsible for working with customers in the Greater Bay Area.


What you’ll do:

  • Call sales leads
  • Set up appointments with customers, helping them choose which robots and other automation equipment to use and how to best implement those solutions.
  • Provide technical training and support, demo product and put together proposals and quotes.
  • Put together quotes for customers, i.e., specify complete motion/robot/vision systems.
  • System Sizing & Motor Sizing
  • Support Customer Service
  • Make 10 customer visits per week (will not normally require an overnight stay)
  • The SE will be expected to excel in both verbal and written communications.
  • The SE will be expected to generate new business opportunities.
  • Guide the engineering team in the development of integrated systems (be the Voice of the Customer)
  • Work with suppliers to specify devices and products to OEM accounts
  • Use creativity and intuition to solve automation problems


Our ideal candidate:

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree with Technical emphasis.
  • Engineering or Manufacturing experience.
  • 2 years of Applications Engineering or B2B Sales experience.
  • Familiar with Servo Systems, Machine Vision and Industrial Robotics


Skills & Abilities:

  • Comfortable in leading and adapting to change
  • Demonstrable experience of breaking down and resolving challenging technical problems
  • Excellent computer literacy including data analysis, project planning and presentations

Compensation and Benefits:

  • $100,000 - $125,000 DOE uncapped commission
  • 5 Weeks Annual PTO (Holidays and Vacation)

Job Type: Full-time


Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

  • Commission pay

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Salary : $100,000 - $125,000

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