Sales Engineer; Columbus

Position: Sales Engineer (Columbus)
Balluff is a global leader in sensor technology and industrial automation. We are committed to helping our customers improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and advance digitalization through innovative automation solutions. Join a company where your ideas matter and your impact is real.

Position Summary As a Sales Engineer at Balluff, you will be responsible for driving strategic growth by delivering automation solutions to key accounts. You’ll develop and maintain strong, value-based relationships across customer organizations while promoting Balluff’s comprehensive portfolio of industrial sensor and automation products.

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What You’ll DoExecute 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

Why Join Balluff?

Competitive base salary + incentive program

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Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match)
Paid time off and holidays

Training, development, and advancement opportunities

Collaborative, innovative work environment

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

What You Bring Bachelor’s degree and 2-4, 4-6, 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
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