Technical Sales Engineer Jobs in Ohio

Technical Sales Engineer jobs in Ohio are actively in demand, concentrated in advanced manufacturing, industrial automation, and B2B technology sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level applications engineers through senior territory managers. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor most of the hiring, where established employers such as Parker Hannifin, Emerson Electric, and Rockwell Automation maintain significant Ohio operations. The most sought-after specialties in Ohio listings are fluid power systems, industrial controls, and enterprise software solutions. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles42
Top employerVertiv
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring21
Work type44% Remote
Top industryTechnology

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Technical Support Engineer II
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Technical Support Engineer II
DWYER INSTRUMENTS, INC.
Westerville, Ohio
Automation QA
Cloud & DevOps
DevOps
$80k - $100k/yr
Bachelor's degree in Physics
501-1,000

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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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Staff Mechanical Engineer, Technical Lead
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Staff Mechanical Engineer, Technical Lead
Path Robotics, Inc.
Columbus, Ohio
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Robotics Engineering
201-500

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Technical Maintenance Engineer, Maintenance Department
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Technical Maintenance Engineer, Maintenance Department
Ferriot
Akron, Ohio
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Specialized Engineering
51-200

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Technical Sales Engineer Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Columbus
7 jobs
Cincinnati
6 jobs
Westerville
6 jobs
Akron
5 jobs
Barberton
2 jobs
Dayton
1 job
Dublin
1 job
Elyria
1 job
Warren
1 job

Technical Sales Engineer Job Market in Ohio

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

Who's Hiring

Vertiv5 open roles
LangChain2 open roles
impact2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Retail

What Ohio Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, applied science, or a related technical discipline
  • Demonstrated ability to explain complex technical products to non-engineering buyers
  • Experience with CRM platforms and structured sales cycle management
  • Familiarity with industrial automation, fluid power, or B2B software systems common in Ohio manufacturing
  • Willingness to travel within an assigned Ohio or Midwest territory
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical proposals and client presentations

Technical Sales Engineer Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a technical sales engineer in Ohio?

The most direct path is earning a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering, then moving into a sales engineering or applications engineer role at an Ohio manufacturer or distributor. Ohio does not require a state-issued license specifically for technical sales engineers, though candidates who hold a Professional Engineer credential issued by the Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors stand out in highly technical sectors.

How much do technical sales engineers make in Ohio?

Technical 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 technical sales engineers in Ohio?

Employers hiring technical sales engineers in Ohio right now include Vertiv, LangChain, and impact, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's deep concentration of industrial manufacturers and automation companies means demand is especially consistent across the Cleveland and Dayton corridors.

Which Ohio cities have the most technical sales engineer jobs?

Columbus, Cincinnati, and Westerville have the most technical sales engineer openings in Ohio. Columbus draws hiring from enterprise technology and life sciences companies headquartered there, Cleveland is anchored by large industrial and fluid power manufacturers, and Cincinnati benefits from a dense cluster of consumer goods and automation firms with regional sales teams.

Are there remote technical sales engineer jobs in Ohio?

Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based roles, since technical sales engineering often involves on-site product demos and facility visits. About 56% of technical sales engineer openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting a market where inside sales and pre-sales support functions are more likely to offer location flexibility than field-facing territory roles.

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

The most realistic entry point is an applications engineer or inside sales support role at an Ohio industrial distributor or manufacturer, where you build product knowledge before moving into a full sales engineering position. Companies like Parker Hannifin and Rockwell Automation run structured rotational or associate programs for recent engineering graduates in Ohio. A degree in engineering combined with any customer-facing internship, even outside sales, gives candidates a concrete edge in early conversations.

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

You can find and apply to technical sales engineer jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings from employers across the state. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.

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