Field Sales Engineer (FSE)

Summary/Objective

Founded in 1976, Samtec is a privately held, $950 million global manufacturer of a broad line of electronic interconnect solutions, including High-Speed Board-to-Board, High-Speed Cables, Mid-Board and Panel Optics, Precision RF, Flexible Stacking, and Micro/Rugged components and cables. Samtec Technology Centers are dedicated to developing and advancing technologies, strategies and products to optimize both the performance and cost of a system from the bare die to an interface 100 meters away, and all interconnect points in between. With 40+ international locations and products sold in more than 125 different countries, Samtec’s global presence enables its unmatched customer service. This position will be located remotely in Portland, Oregon

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Develop innovative design-wins by coupling the customer’s technical needs/application with Samtec’s product design and development capabilities.
• Service the customer by any and all means necessary.
• Territory Sales experience with technical design in cycle.
• Prior or existing experience calling on technology/micro-electronic and manufacturing customers at various levels.
• Strong established organizational systems and appointment setting practices that promote.
• Strong relationship building and interpersonal skills for both internal and external customer base.
• Possess strong innate self-drive in an autonomous environment to exceed sales objectives within the territory.
• Passion for technology and B2B sales across a broad territory.
• Exceptional follow-up skills.

Required Experience

• 5+ Years of OEM sales experience in a technical industry is required.
• Component sales experience in a technical industry is required.
• Strong relationship building and interpersonal skills for both internal and external customer base.
• Exceptional follow up skills.
• Must be able to sit/stand for at least 90 consecutive minutes, and not suffer from any sensory deprivation and/or paralysis of the limbs.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent work experience.
• Education in Business would be sufficient but experience must line up specifically with technical components and customers.