Account Sales Engineer

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.About us- Cognex is the largest, most successful and recognized global player in industrial machine vision! We are a financially strong, international company with no debt and have been in business for over 40 years. Using advanced optics, image sensors and artificial intelligence software Cognex vision and ID systems capture an image then analyze it to make sense of what’s being seen. We are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment, guided by our "Work Hard, Play Hard, Move Fast" culture, which celebrates employee innovation, determination, and dedication in a dynamic, fun, and distinctive atmosphere.This position is responsible for the field sales of the entire portfolio of Cognex products. This is a sales role for a defined territory and/or set of end users, partners, and automation machine builders (OEM’s). The ASE will work closely with the Sales Manager and existing TSE employees in the area to develop account strategies and tactics. The ASE will be responsible for meeting or exceeding a defined quota at assigned or newly found accounts and expanding our base of business. The employee will embody the core values of Cognex including Work Hard, Play Hard, and Move Fast. Additional tasks will be assigned as needed by the manager.Essential Functions:Properly forecast and close vision solutions opportunities with End Users, Partners, and OEMs to reach the quota goal.Utilize the Cognex sales process to effectively demonstrate products to customers and winning large strategic opportunities.Follows up on sales leads and schedules customer visits, seeking out large opportunities.Effectively conducts customer visits in a solution sales environment.Collaborate with counterparts from other territories on opportunities that are either integrated or installed in a different territory or where the decision makers do not reside in the Account Manager’s territory.Follow up on customer inquiries, understand system requirements, and differentiate the Cognex solution.Assists at trade shows and other marketing events.Coordinate evaluations utilizing the Applications Engineering team.Maintain and continuously update project information in Sales Book.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Proven track record of sales performance in the automation or similar industry.Proven track record of operating in a solutions sales environment.Uses defined sales process to deliver desired results on a consistent basis.PC literate with a working knowledge of MS Windows applications.Ability to travel 40% of the time is required.Ability to work independently is required.Minimum education and work experience required:Technical Degree or equivalent work experience.Proven sales experience and a good track record for exceeding sales targets is required.Experience in selling technical products to all levels of an organization is required.Experience in selling vision products is also preferred.Seniority levelSeniority levelAssociateEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionIndustriesAutomation Machinery ManufacturingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Cognex Corporation by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “Sales Engineer” roles.Seattle, WA $77,969.00-$88,518.00 1 week agoWashington, United States $80,000.00-$85,000.00 1 week agoSales - Territory Manager - Select RemodelerSeattle, WA $70,200.00-$150,100.00 1 week agoSaaS Account Manager (OTE $150,000/year USD) - CXT SoftwareRegional Sales Manager - Capital Equipment, Wood IndustryWashington, United States $80,000.00-$100,000.00 1 month agoWashington, United States $85,000.00-$125,000.00 3 weeks agoSeattle, WA $70,200.00-$150,100.00 2 weeks agoGreater Seattle Area $80,000.00-$150,000.00 9 hours agoAccount Manager (Powersports & Automotive Aftermarket)Seattle, WA $77,968.80-$85,000.00 1 day agoSeattle, WA $67,983.00-$123,445.00 1 month agoWashington, United States $100,000.00-$100,000.00 1 week agoSeattle, WA $120,000.00-$160,000.00 5 days agoSeattle, WA $90,000.00-$110,000.00 1 day agoSeattle, WA $123,000.00-$153,800.00 5 days agoKent, WA $120,000.00-$160,000.00 2 weeks agoSeattle, WA $75,000.00-$90,000.00 3 days agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17