Sales Engineer - Northeast

Sales Engineer - Northeast

At Leybold, we empower companies to push the boundaries of innovation by providing cutting‑edge vacuum solutions. In this high‑impact role you will collaborate with application engineers to design and deliver equipment that enhances industrial process efficiency, acting as the primary customer‑facing liaison between the Leybold factory and our clients. You will educate partners on the latest advancements in vacuum technology and how they can elevate their production capabilities.

• Split time evenly between home office and on‑site factory visits, educating engineers and management on vacuum technology.
• Promote Leybold products by designing and proposing equipment upgrade solutions to an assigned account base within a geographic region.
• Develop and execute a strategic vision to grow business within the region, targeting existing and new opportunities.
• Deliver exceptional customer experiences through expert technical support and product selection guidance.
• Represent Leybold at trade shows, seminars, and training sessions.
• Maintain company property—including vehicle, computer, office equipment, demo/loaner products, and consignment stock—both personally and at customer sites.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High‑energy individual with curiosity and a commitment to follow through and deliver results.
• Quick learner able to think creatively and solve problems outside conventional approaches.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science, or equivalent technical experience.
• Military veterans especially valued—Navy Nuclear experience a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently from a home office.
• Familiarity with mechanical, vacuum, and fluid systems is a strong plus.
• Willingness to travel regionally up to 50% of the time.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Valid driver’s license required.

• Culture of openness and continuous improvement.
• Individual learning opportunities, worldwide job opportunities, and technical training from our academy.
• High standards for workplace safety.
• Competitive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, vacation, sick, holiday pay, 401(k), parental leave, relocation assistance, short‑term and long‑term disability, and more.

The starting salary varies by primary work location and is generally below the top of the range; compensation depends on qualifications.

• $73,600 – $132,000 in NY, CT, MA

The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, outdoor weather, fumes, airborne particles, high or precarious locations, toxic or caustic chemicals, electrical hazards, vibration, and loud noise.

Regular sitting, standing, walking, use of stairways, and the ability to communicate effectively. Activities include typing, dialing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching with hands and arms, and lifting up to 25 pounds. Frequent computer use required. Vision needs include close, color, distance, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

• Position is 100% remote.
• Regional travel approximately 50% of the time, often involving overnight stays or multi‑day trips.

Behind every innovative solution, there are people working together to transform the future. With careers sparked by initiative and lifelong learning, we unite curious minds, and you could be one of them.