Sales Engineer Jobs in Ohio

Sales Engineer jobs in Ohio are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in advanced manufacturing, industrial automation, process controls, and enterprise software sectors, covering everything from entry-level technical sales roles through senior account engineers and regional directors. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor most of the hiring, with major employers like Emerson Electric, Parker Hannifin, and Rockwell Automation maintaining a lasting presence across the state. The most sought-after specialties include automation and controls, fluid power systems, and cloud infrastructure sales engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles63
Top employerVertiv
Top cityCincinnati, OH
Cities hiring26
Work type38% Remote
Top industryEnergy

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Pre-Sales Software Engineer
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Pre-Sales Software Engineer
BLUE TECHNOLOGIES
Cleveland, Ohio
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
51-200

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Sales Engineer - Laser Welding Systems
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Sales Engineer - Laser Welding Systems
Phoenix Laser Solutions
Columbus, Ohio
Customer Support
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Remote (US)

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Technical Sales Engineer - Thermal
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Technical Sales Engineer - Thermal
Vertiv
Westerville, Ohio
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Specialized Engineering
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Senior Outside Sales Engineer
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Senior Outside Sales Engineer
Eaton
Worthington, Ohio
Business Operations
Revenue Operations & Enablement
Sales
$107k - $157k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Sales Engineer (with Chemical Engineering background)
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Sales Engineer (with Chemical Engineering background)
Merryweather Foam
Barberton, Ohio
Customer Support
IT Support
Technical Program Management
On-Site
Bachelor's degree
51-200

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Sales Engineer Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Cleveland
8 jobs
Columbus
6 jobs
Westerville
4 jobs
Canton
3 jobs
Barberton
3 jobs
Dayton
2 jobs
Toledo
2 jobs
Valley
2 jobs

Sales Engineer Job Market in Ohio

A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Vertiv5 open roles
Meter4 open roles
Cyera2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Energy
  • Technology & Software
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Ohio Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in sales engineer jobs across Ohio.

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, industrial technology, or a closely related technical field
  • Demonstrated ability to explain complex technical solutions to non-technical customers
  • Experience with CRM platforms and managing a territory-based sales pipeline
  • Familiarity with Ohio's manufacturing, energy, or process industries and their procurement cycles
  • Willingness to travel within an assigned Ohio or Midwest territory to conduct demonstrations
  • Strong collaboration skills for working with internal engineering and product teams on proposals

Sales Engineer Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a sales engineer in Ohio?

Most Ohio employers require a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, chemical, or industrial engineering, or a closely related technical field. Ohio does not issue a state license specifically for sales engineers, so no state board exam is required. Candidates who hold a Professional Engineer registration from the Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors gain a credibility advantage when selling to regulated industries or large public-sector clients.

How much do sales engineers make in Ohio?

Sales engineers in Ohio earn a median of about $97,420 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $67,720 for the lowest 10% to over $148,790 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire sales engineers in Ohio?

Employers hiring sales engineers in Ohio right now include Vertiv, Meter, and Cyera, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's dense concentration of industrial manufacturers, automation integrators, and enterprise technology firms means consistent year-round openings rather than seasonal spikes.

Which Ohio cities have the most sales engineer jobs?

Cincinnati, Cleveland, and Ohio account for the most sales engineer openings in Ohio. Columbus draws demand from enterprise software and life sciences companies headquartered there, Cleveland's industrial and healthcare equipment sector drives its volume, and Cincinnati's manufacturing and consumer goods base, anchored by companies like Procter and Gamble and Emerson, supports steady technical sales hiring in the southwest.

Are there remote sales engineer jobs in Ohio?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical roles because the work frequently involves on-site product demonstrations, plant walkthroughs, and hands-on proof-of-concept installations with Ohio customers. About 62% of sales engineer openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to concentrate in software-defined or SaaS-based products where the demo environment is entirely virtual.

How can I get hired as a sales engineer in Ohio with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into a sales engineer role from a technical support, application engineer, or inside sales position at an Ohio industrial or technology employer. Companies like Parker Hannifin, Rockwell Automation, and Eaton run structured early-career rotational or associate programs that place new engineers in customer-facing roles. A relevant internship at an Ohio manufacturing or automation firm, combined with demonstrated product knowledge, often substitutes for direct sales experience in these programs.

Where can I find and apply to sales engineer jobs in Ohio?

You can find and apply to sales engineer jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings across manufacturing, automation, software, and other technical sectors. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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