What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Engineer, Operating Room - Charlotte position at KARL STORZ North America?
We're Hiring: Sales Engineer, OR1 – Charlotte, NC
Join KARL STORZ in transforming the future of surgical innovation.
Are you passionate about cutting-edge medical technology and thrive in dynamic, customer-facing roles? KARL STORZ is seeking a Sales Engineer, OR1 (Operating Room Integration) to lead technical sales efforts and support our world-class sales force in the Charlotte, NC region.
Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Travel: Up to 80% (local and overnight)
What You’ll Do:
As a Sales Engineer, you’ll be the go-to expert for our OR1 integration products, including SCB and digital capture systems. You’ll work directly with hospitals and surgical teams to define, present, and deliver integrated operating room solutions that improve workflow and patient outcomes.
Lead technical sales presentations and demos
Collaborate with hospital IT and clinical teams to tailor solutions
Prepare cost estimates and define project scope
Support RFP/RFI responses and regional forecasting
Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution
Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies
Key Responsibilities Summary – Sales Engineer, OR1
As a globally independent, family operated MedTech company, we ambitiously think in generations instead of fiscal quarters. At KARL STORZ our 9,000 global associates pride ourselves on harnessing leading technologies, precise workmanship, and dedicated customer support to support the future of medical technology as we pioneer the way forward. We are setting new standards in precision and safety, from improving diagnosis to enhancing outcomes. We see beyond the limits of traditional medicine. Because it’s not just about the tools we create. It’s about the lives we change. Together, we can do so much more. That’s the power of imagination in action.
Join KARL STORZ in transforming the future of surgical innovation.
Are you passionate about cutting-edge medical technology and thrive in dynamic, customer-facing roles? KARL STORZ is seeking a Sales Engineer, OR1 (Operating Room Integration) to lead technical sales efforts and support our world-class sales force in the Charlotte, NC region.
Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Travel: Up to 80% (local and overnight)
What You’ll Do:
As a Sales Engineer, you’ll be the go-to expert for our OR1 integration products, including SCB and digital capture systems. You’ll work directly with hospitals and surgical teams to define, present, and deliver integrated operating room solutions that improve workflow and patient outcomes.
Lead technical sales presentations and demos
Collaborate with hospital IT and clinical teams to tailor solutions
Prepare cost estimates and define project scope
Support RFP/RFI responses and regional forecasting
Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution
Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies
Key Responsibilities Summary – Sales Engineer, OR1
- Technical Expert: Act as the go-to authority on integrated operating room systems and clinical workflow solutions, bridging technology with hospital operations.
- Sales Enablement: Lead technical sales presentations, prepare cost estimates, and support account development and forecasting in collaboration with regional teams.
- Customer Engagement: Define project scope with hospital stakeholders, navigate IT departments, and ensure smooth handoff to project management post-sale.
- Training & Support: Develop and deliver technical training materials for sales teams and customers; support conventions and product education initiatives.
- Market Intelligence: Monitor competitive technologies, respond to RFPs/RFIs, and stay current on industry trends through ongoing professional development.
- Bachelor’s degree 1–3 years of experience (medical device, B2B sales, or healthcare IT preferred)
- Strong understanding of video endoscopy, AV systems, and hospital IT infrastructure
- Exposure to OR environments and surgical workflows
- Excellent communication and project management skills
- Ability to travel extensively and manage multiple priorities
As a globally independent, family operated MedTech company, we ambitiously think in generations instead of fiscal quarters. At KARL STORZ our 9,000 global associates pride ourselves on harnessing leading technologies, precise workmanship, and dedicated customer support to support the future of medical technology as we pioneer the way forward. We are setting new standards in precision and safety, from improving diagnosis to enhancing outcomes. We see beyond the limits of traditional medicine. Because it’s not just about the tools we create. It’s about the lives we change. Together, we can do so much more. That’s the power of imagination in action.
