Description
Join Kyocera International, Inc.
We're hiring a Sales Engineer in our Fine Ceramics Division, Medical market !
Salary Range : $78k - $118k annually
(Final offer based on experience, education, skills, and market factors)
Why Kyocera?
With nearly 80,000 employees worldwide, Kyocera is a global leader in advanced ceramic technologies used in aerospace, automotive, medical, and semiconductor industries. Our materials power everything from smartphones to space shuttles - and we're just getting started.
What Makes Us Stand Out?
We don't just offer jobs - we offer careers with purpose, stability, and growth. Here's what you can expect :
Generous Time Off
Financial Wellness
Comprehensive Health Coverage
Investing in You
Work-Life Balance & Culture
Our Philosophy
Kyocera's culture is deeply inspired by our founder, Dr. Kazuo Inamori. His values guide our decisions and shape our workplace. Learn more about our guiding principles here :
Kyocera Values
Ready to Make a Difference?
Apply today and become part of a team that's shaping the future - one innovation at a time.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
The Sales Engineer focuses on the sale of highly technical products. They increase business by maintaining an exceptional relationship with customers; by creating and supporting development activity within an assigned customer base; and by facilitating contract negotiations, customer complaint resolution, and other business-to-business reporting requirements. This technical sales role requires strong internal and external communication with administration, engineering, production, and quality to address customer needs. They closely manage and report on account activity because driving new business is a key performance indicator.
REQUIREMENTS :
4-year degree, BS preferred : Material Science / Engineering / Technical
3 years of outside technical sales experience
Strong technical comprehension of drawings, materials, and engineering terms
Ability to resolve conflicts effectively and professionally
Organized with demonstrated practice of appropriate follow-up
Ability to work well with other people, both externally and internally
Proven written and verbal communication skills (phone, email, presentations, face-to-face)
Must possess a legal driver's license and be able to drive in the US legally
Proficient with Outlook & MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Basic proficiency in extracting information from SAP
Ability to pass a background check and drug screen
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and / or abilities required.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk or hear; frequently required to walk; and occasionally required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms.
The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and / or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change, and other duties may be assigned or removed at any time. This position may require exposure to information subject to US Export Control regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be US persons within the meaning of US regulations.
Kyocera International, Inc. values diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an AAP / EEO employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact the Kyocera International, Inc. Human Resources team directly.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
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For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Sales Engineer • Chicago, Illinois, United States