Sales Design Engineer - Resistors

As a global leader in precision measurement sensing technologies, VPG addresses an expanding array of applications in which accuracy, reliability, and repeatability make the difference. Whether it is in the design and safety of new generations of cars, trucks and planes, or optimizing advanced medical equipment and consumer products, VPG’s deep engineering expertise is making the world safer, smarter, and productive.

We're seeking a technical Sales Design Engineer who combines engineering expertise with business development skills in our Western Territory.

You'll drive revenue growth by winning design‑ins, building customer relationships, and demonstrating how our foil resistor technology solves complex engineering challenges in the Western Territory.

• Drive design‑in activities with design engineers at customer sites through face‑to‑face technical presentations and product demonstrations.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities in markets where foil resistor technology delivers competitive advantages.
• Manage projects from initial contact through production confirmation, ensuring customer success and meeting revenue targets.
• Collaborate with application engineers to recommend optimal technical solutions and secure design wins.
• Support distributor partners with training and joint account development.

• BSEE preferred
  ; other technical engineering degrees considered.
• 5+ years face‑to‑face technical electronics sales with proven design‑in success.
• Passive electronic components experience required.
• Military/Aerospace/Communications/Semiconducto
  r or distribution experience a plus.
• MUST reside in the AZ, CA, CO, OR, or WA
  .

• Self‑driven and self‑motivated with ability to work independently as a remote employee.
• Excellent time management skills with ability to prioritize multiple projects and customer needs.
• Strategic thinking with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Resilience under pressure with ability to manage complex sales cycles.
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration abilities.

Extensive territory travel required up to 50% (company car or approved air travel provided).

• Base Salary: $120,000 - $140,000
• Company sponsored benefits that include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D insurance, disability and flexible spending account (FSA).
• Voluntary Critical Illness & Accidental Injury Insurance.
• Company 401(k) Plan with 4% employer match (Employee/Employer Contributions 100% vested upon hire).
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Bonus eligible position.

The estimated salary range allows for candidates with various levels of skills and experience to be considered, as well as provides room for growth achieved within the role over time. Any offer extended to a candidate or salary increase consideration for a current employee will be based on the individual’s unique set of knowledge, skills, education, experience and geographic location, as well as internal equity.