Field Sales Engineer Jobs in California
Field Sales Engineer jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in semiconductor equipment, industrial automation, medical devices, and enterprise technology hardware across the full range from entry-level application engineers through senior territory managers. The largest hiring centers are the San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, and Los Angeles, where established employers like Lam Research, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and Cisco Systems maintain deep field sales operations. Demand is strongest for engineers who specialize in capital equipment sales, SaaS-adjacent hardware, and life sciences instrumentation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Come join Analog Devices (ADI) – a place where Innovation meets Impact. For more than 55 years, Analog Devices has been inventing new breakthrough technologies that transform lives. At ADI you will work alongside the brightest minds to collaborate on solving complex problems that matter from autonomous vehicles, drones and factories to augmented reality and remote healthcare.
ADI fosters a culture that focuses on employees through beneficial programs, aligned goals, continuous learning opportunities, and practices that create a more sustainable future.
About Analog Devices
Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI ) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X .
ADI is seeking a new Field Application Engineer to join an elite sales organization that strives to deliver innovative solutions that add value to ADI’s broad market customers. As part of our dynamic sales team, you will work to develop a winning strategy to grow design wins, customer relationships, long term profitable revenue growth, and ADI's overall position in the semiconductor market.
This position will have high visibility within all departments of ADI and requires account ownership and accountability. The account manager will be supporting our broad market customer base in the Southern California market. This unique opportunity includes a 18-month rotation training program that will expose you to all the product lines and internal operations of the company. It will include time working with Central Applications, Business units, and shadowing experienced FAEs in the field. This may take you to different regions in the US and will provide a broad foundational base and network to ensure your success when are ready for final placement.
Responsibilities and Duties include but not limited to:
- Aggressively pursue new contacts, relationships and opportunities at your assigned accounts
- Evaluate and qualify new accounts for potential priority attention
- Establish an understanding of the customers’ current and future products
- Accurately communicate customer needs and required actions within ADI. Drive the customer requirements internally and manage all levels of follow-up and support
- Develop influential relationships at each level within the assigned accounts that enable early access to projects, competitive intelligence and design requirements to maximize opportunity potential
- Drive engagements between ADI and customer executives
- Demonstrate annual revenue growth by identifying, cultivating and closing opportunities at the customer
- Understand long-term potential of customer base and manage ADI resources. Prioritize resources to maximize ROI on design wins
- Exhibit creativity by continually looking for improvements that can be made within ADI to better support our customers and grow revenue
Minimum Qualifications:
- BSEE or equivalent technical degree, analog and mixed-signal semiconductor expertise preferred
- Strong collaboration, leadership, and problem-solving abilities
- Personal motivation, positive attitude, and courage to foster market share leadership in the region
- Ability to travel (within territory) 50% or more with some overnight stays
- Growth mindset - Continuous learning desire
For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.
Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.
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Job Req Type: Graduate JobRequired Travel: Yes, 10% of the time
The expected wage range for a new hire into this position is $87,188 to $119,906.
Actual wage offered may vary depending on work location , experience, education, training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.
This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.
This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time , and other benefits.
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in field sales engineer jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, or a related technical discipline recognized in California
- Demonstrated ability to manage a defined sales territory across California accounts
- Hands-on experience with technical product demonstrations and proof-of-concept engagements
- Familiarity with California-based industries such as semiconductor, medtech, or enterprise IT
- Proficiency with CRM platforms and a disciplined pipeline management process
- Willingness to travel regularly within an assigned California region or multi-state territory
Field Sales Engineer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a field sales engineer in California?
The standard path into field sales engineering in California starts with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related discipline, since California employers consistently use it as a baseline requirement. No state-issued license is required for the role itself. Most candidates build credibility through two to four years in a technical support, applications engineering, or inside sales role at a California manufacturer or technology company before moving into a field-facing position.
How much do field sales engineers make in California?
Field sales engineers in California earn a median of about $139,160 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $78,850 for the lowest 10% to over $213,370 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire field sales engineers in California?
Employers hiring field sales engineers in California right now include CaptiveAire, Lockheed Martin, and AMETEK, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's concentration of semiconductor fabs, biotech campuses, and enterprise technology headquarters means the field sales engineering market here draws from some of the largest and most technically demanding employers in the country.
Which California cities have the most field sales engineer jobs?
Palmdale, Santa Clara, and Dublin account for the largest share of field sales engineer openings in California. The Bay Area dominates because of its dense cluster of semiconductor, cloud hardware, and life sciences companies, while San Diego's strength in wireless technology and biomedical devices drives significant demand there, and Los Angeles anchors aerospace and industrial automation hiring in the south.
Are there remote field sales engineer jobs in California?
Yes, but they're limited. Field sales engineering is inherently a territory-based, customer-facing role that requires on-site product demonstrations, equipment installations, and in-person relationship management, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 25% of field sales engineer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026. Where flexibility does exist, it tends to apply to pre-sales consulting and technical scoping calls rather than the hands-on field work.
How can I get hired as a field sales engineer in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is an applications engineer or technical sales support role at a California-based manufacturer or distributor, where you learn the product line and customer base before moving into a field quota-carrying position. Large California employers in semiconductor equipment and medical devices regularly bring on new graduates as sales development engineers or associate field application engineers. Earning a Certified Sales Professional designation or completing a manufacturer's sales certification gives candidates a measurable edge.
Where can I find and apply to field sales engineer jobs in California?
You can find and apply to field sales engineer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries including semiconductor equipment, life sciences, enterprise technology, and industrial automation. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to each one.
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