Sales Engineer Jobs in Washington
Sales Engineer jobs in Washington are concentrated in Seattle, Bellevue, and Redmond, where the region's deep technology and aerospace industries create consistent demand for engineers who can translate complex products into customer solutions. Companies like Microsoft, Boeing, and Amazon have a lasting presence here and regularly hire sales engineers across cloud infrastructure, industrial systems, and enterprise software. Demand runs from associate-level roles for recent engineering graduates up to senior positions managing named accounts across the Pacific Northwest. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Tasks and Responsibilities:
The primary function of the Sales Engineer (SE) position is to promote and sell Trelleborg products and services within an assigned geographic area, market industry, product range or list of customer accounts in order to achieve sales and profit targets.
- Sales Growth: Achieve Sales Target. Strive for 10%+ year over year growth.
- Profitability: Achieve Profit Target. Strive for 10%+ year over year growth.
- Project Focus: Generate and convert projects for key target customers. Manage project cycle and velocity.
- Achieve 7+ projects (4+EAR) per month. Track, monitor and work to improve project win rate. Utilize CRM for all project information.
- Complete 20+ sales visits per month with mix of new & existing accounts.
- Pursue sales leads, visit existing and new strategic customers with the focus being Total Customer Satisfaction and Generation of Projects for Sales Growth.
- Build customer relationships and strategic partnerships, assess customer needs and recommend appropriate products and services; respond to complex customer inquiries; negotiate prices and delivery times, and win sales orders to meet sales targets..
- Identify, research, and contact prospective target growth customers that will generate future sales and repeat business.
- Provide market feedback and intelligence for use by local MC, Marketing Department, Segment/Product/Lead Group personnel
- Promote standard products, and custom engineered products where needed. Be a total solution provider.
- Establish the market sell price and profit margin in collaboration with the Marketing Department utilizing market research, tools and methods along with the support of the SM and GM.
- Ensure timely flow of quotations in order to maximize our competitive edge and win order
- Complete month end report and bowler and submit the first week of each Month. Including but not limited to: top 10 customer updates, top 10 prospect updates, project won/loss information, customer needs, expectations, demands, competitor activity, and changing market conditions.
- Establish annual, quarterly, monthly and/or weekly strategic sales visit, and customer action plans and prioritize and schedule own activities so sales and profit targets are met.
- Work with SM, GM and Marketing department to increase Trelleborg Brand Awareness and identify Marketing needs and opportunities for territory.
- Learn and utilize internal processes: CRM, JDE, GPS, Consense, Quality, ISO.
- Develop and implement procedures to ensure that customer projects, quotations and orders are processed efficiently, correctly and in a timely manner.
- Ensure full compliance with all Standard Operating Procedures including Quality Manual and Quality Procedures.
- Represent the MC in cross-functional teams: Sales Projects, Sales Excellence, Quality etc.
Education and Experience:
- Minimum of 4 Year College degree. (Business or Engineering preferred)
- Minimum 3 year experience in sales, or engineering related field required
- Strong Technical aptitude beneficial. Must be mechanically inclined and able to read technical prints and drawings.
- Knowledge of aerospace market a plus.
- Knowledge of rubber/plastic products is beneficial
- Familiarity with ISO quality requirements is beneficial
Competencies:
- Excellent Customer Focus and understanding of Total Customer Satisfaction
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
- Excellent people and relationship building skills, including written and verbal
- Customer driven with a positive, professional, can-do attitude
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to mulit-task with attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong analytical, decision making and problem solving skills
- Proven proficiency and experience in the use of business operational software (CRM, Oracle JDE, SAP)
Travel:
- The SE position is a local geographic position.
- Travel requirements (including overnight travel) will be approximately 60% of work time. Travel will include local, national and international requirements for customer visits, business meetings, and trainings.
Application:
Last Application Date 10/4/2026
The final compensation offered to the candidate may be based on geographical location, work experience and/or skill level. Additions to the compensation package, including but not limited to paid time off, insurance benefits and 401(k) eligibility, will be outlined at the time of the job offer.
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.
This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder), Political Asylee or Refugee.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Tasks and Responsibilities:
The primary function of the Sales Engineer (SE) position is to promote and sell Trelleborg products and services within an assigned geographic area, market industry, product range or list of customer accounts in order to achieve sales and profit targets.
- Sales Growth: Achieve Sales Target. Strive for 10%+ year over year growth.
- Profitability: Achieve Profit Target. Strive for 10%+ year over year growth.
- Project Focus: Generate and convert projects for key target customers. Manage project cycle and velocity.
- Achieve 7+ projects (4+EAR) per month. Track, monitor and work to improve project win rate. Utilize CRM for all project information.
- Complete 20+ sales visits per month with mix of new & existing accounts.
- Pursue sales leads, visit existing and new strategic customers with the focus being Total Customer Satisfaction and Generation of Projects for Sales Growth.
- Build customer relationships and strategic partnerships, assess customer needs and recommend appropriate products and services; respond to complex customer inquiries; negotiate prices and delivery times, and win sales orders to meet sales targets..
- Identify, research, and contact prospective target growth customers that will generate future sales and repeat business.
- Provide market feedback and intelligence for use by local MC, Marketing Department, Segment/Product/Lead Group personnel
- Promote standard products, and custom engineered products where needed. Be a total solution provider.
- Establish the market sell price and profit margin in collaboration with the Marketing Department utilizing market research, tools and methods along with the support of the SM and GM.
- Ensure timely flow of quotations in order to maximize our competitive edge and win order
- Complete month end report and bowler and submit the first week of each Month. Including but not limited to: top 10 customer updates, top 10 prospect updates, project won/loss information, customer needs, expectations, demands, competitor activity, and changing market conditions.
- Establish annual, quarterly, monthly and/or weekly strategic sales visit, and customer action plans and prioritize and schedule own activities so sales and profit targets are met.
- Work with SM, GM and Marketing department to increase Trelleborg Brand Awareness and identify Marketing needs and opportunities for territory.
- Learn and utilize internal processes: CRM, JDE, GPS, Consense, Quality, ISO.
- Develop and implement procedures to ensure that customer projects, quotations and orders are processed efficiently, correctly and in a timely manner.
- Ensure full compliance with all Standard Operating Procedures including Quality Manual and Quality Procedures.
- Represent the MC in cross-functional teams: Sales Projects, Sales Excellence, Quality etc.
Education and Experience:
- Minimum of 4 Year College degree. (Business or Engineering preferred)
- Minimum 3 year experience in sales, or engineering related field required
- Strong Technical aptitude beneficial. Must be mechanically inclined and able to read technical prints and drawings.
- Knowledge of aerospace market a plus.
- Knowledge of rubber/plastic products is beneficial
- Familiarity with ISO quality requirements is beneficial
Competencies:
- Excellent Customer Focus and understanding of Total Customer Satisfaction
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
- Excellent people and relationship building skills, including written and verbal
- Customer driven with a positive, professional, can-do attitude
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to mulit-task with attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong analytical, decision making and problem solving skills
- Proven proficiency and experience in the use of business operational software (CRM, Oracle JDE, SAP)
Travel:
- The SE position is a local geographic position.
- Travel requirements (including overnight travel) will be approximately 60% of work time. Travel will include local, national and international requirements for customer visits, business meetings, and trainings.
Application:
Last Application Date 10/4/2026
The final compensation offered to the candidate may be based on geographical location, work experience and/or skill level. Additions to the compensation package, including but not limited to paid time off, insurance benefits and 401(k) eligibility, will be outlined at the time of the job offer.
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.
This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder), Political Asylee or Refugee.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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- Technology & Software
- Energy
- Manufacturing
- Construction & Real Estate
What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in sales engineer jobs across Washington.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a closely related technical field
- Demonstrated ability to present technical solutions to both engineering and executive audiences
- Experience with CRM tools and a structured sales methodology such as MEDDIC or Challenger
- Proficiency with the product category being sold, such as cloud platforms, industrial equipment, or networking hardware
- Proven ability to collaborate with account executives on discovery calls, proposals, and proof-of-concept engagements
- Willingness to travel within Washington and the broader Pacific Northwest territory to support field sales cycles
Sales Engineer Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a sales engineer in Washington?
Most sales engineer roles in Washington require a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical discipline, and no state-issued license is required for the role itself. Washington employers typically look for candidates who combine hands-on technical knowledge with communication skills developed through internships, application engineering, or a customer-facing technical support role. Completing relevant vendor certifications, such as AWS, Salesforce, or Cisco credentials, strengthens candidacy significantly in the Seattle metro market.
How much do sales engineers make in Washington?
Sales engineers in Washington earn a median of about $147,620 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $95,490 for the lowest 10% to over $175,990 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire sales engineers in Washington?
Employers hiring sales engineers in Washington right now include Siemens, Cribl, and Cyera, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Washington's concentration of technology headquarters and aerospace manufacturers means openings appear consistently across both enterprise software and industrial sectors.
Which Washington cities have the most sales engineer jobs?
Seattle, Kent, and Spokane account for the largest share of sales engineer openings in Washington. Seattle and Bellevue anchor the market because of their density of technology company headquarters and regional offices, while Redmond draws heavily from Microsoft's campus and its network of partner and vendor organizations that support enterprise sales cycles across the Pacific Northwest.
Are there remote sales engineer jobs in Washington?
Yes, and more than most technical roles, because sales engineers in software and cloud infrastructure can conduct demos, proof-of-concept sessions, and customer calls entirely online. About 71% of sales engineer openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how widely distributed the customer base is across the region. The portions of the role most commonly done remotely are product demonstrations and technical discovery, while on-site visits remain common for enterprise hardware and industrial accounts.
How can I get hired as a sales engineer in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from a technical support, solutions consultant, or application engineering role at a Washington technology company, where you already develop product fluency and customer-facing skills. Large Washington employers such as Microsoft and Amazon hire associate or junior sales engineers and technical account managers into structured programs that provide mentorship and quota-carrying exposure. Earning a recognized vendor certification in a platform those employers sell, such as Azure or AWS, gives a candidate without direct sales engineering experience a credible starting point.
Where can I find and apply to sales engineer jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to sales engineer jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search for roles that match your technical background and target industry, then apply directly to the positions that fit your experience level and location preference.
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