Technical Sales Specialist Jobs in Nebraska
Technical Sales Specialist jobs in Nebraska are concentrated in Omaha, Lincoln, and Grand Island, where manufacturing, agriculture technology, and healthcare equipment companies maintain large sales teams. Employers such as Sitel Group, Sandhills Global, and Valmont Industries have lasting presences in the state and regularly hire technical sales specialists across industrial, agri-tech, and enterprise software verticals. Demand is strongest for specialists with backgrounds in automation, precision agriculture solutions, and medical device sales, reflecting Nebraska's core economic strengths. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Position Summary:
Our factory in Crete, Nebraska is one of the area’s largest manufacturers and among the largest wet pet food facilities in the country. Together, we proudly produce over 1k tons of pet food each day, including trusted brands like Alpo®, Nestlé Purina ONE®, Pro Plan®, Friskies®, and Nestlé Purina Veterinary Diets®. As we work together to feed pets nationwide, we also care for the environment through water conservation, renewable electricity, and zero waste for disposal. Located just 25 miles from Lincoln, our associates enjoy big-city amenities with a short commute to the close-knit community of Crete.
At Nestlé Purina PetCare, we’re a “safety first” culture, driven by a zero accident, zero defect, zero waste mentality. As a Controls Tech Specialist II, you will be responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining and enhancing the accuracy, reliability and system control’s data credibility of PLC and PC-based automation systems. In this role, you will oversee PLC upgrades and wiring modifications on production equipment, and work directly with our maintenance team to troubleshoot and support production line modifications.
Work Schedule: The position will be assigned to either 2nd shift (3:00 PM–11:00 PM) or 3rd shift (11:00 PM–7:00 AM)
Primary Responsibilities
- Perform troubleshooting of automation systems and provides instrumentation, PLC and HMI/SCADA software and hardware support to the maintenance staff.
- Execute plant projects and capital projects through conception to completion.
- Maintain an up-to-date and complete set of as-built electrical and controls documentation.
- Coordinate and implement control system software upgrades.
- Perform Network Administration and Data Administration tasks for networked, PC based, control systems related equipment.
- Develop, read, and interpret all electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and programs essential to plant operation; provide updates as necessary.
- Must be available for on-call rotation during off hours.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- 5+ years’ applicable experience in PLC software and hardware troubleshooting and/or HMI-systems in controls, automation, electrical, or industrial maintenance environments
OR
- Associate’s degree in a technical discipline.
- 3+ years’ applicable experience in PLC software and hardware troubleshooting and/or HMI-systems in controls, automation, electrical, or industrial maintenance environments
- Must be available for on-call rotation during off hours.
Salary: $84,863.70 to $115,982.00 per year
Bonus Eligibility: Yes
The pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at top of range.
Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at https://www.nestlejobs.com/nestle-in-the-us-benefits
It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.
To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.
The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy.
Job Requisition: 425982
Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness—We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.
Position Summary:
Our factory in Crete, Nebraska is one of the area’s largest manufacturers and among the largest wet pet food facilities in the country. Together, we proudly produce over 1k tons of pet food each day, including trusted brands like Alpo®, Nestlé Purina ONE®, Pro Plan®, Friskies®, and Nestlé Purina Veterinary Diets®. As we work together to feed pets nationwide, we also care for the environment through water conservation, renewable electricity, and zero waste for disposal. Located just 25 miles from Lincoln, our associates enjoy big-city amenities with a short commute to the close-knit community of Crete.
At Nestlé Purina PetCare, we’re a “safety first” culture, driven by a zero accident, zero defect, zero waste mentality. As a Controls Tech Specialist II, you will be responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining and enhancing the accuracy, reliability and system control’s data credibility of PLC and PC-based automation systems. In this role, you will oversee PLC upgrades and wiring modifications on production equipment, and work directly with our maintenance team to troubleshoot and support production line modifications.
Work Schedule: The position will be assigned to either 2nd shift (3:00 PM–11:00 PM) or 3rd shift (11:00 PM–7:00 AM)
Primary Responsibilities
- Perform troubleshooting of automation systems and provides instrumentation, PLC and HMI/SCADA software and hardware support to the maintenance staff.
- Execute plant projects and capital projects through conception to completion.
- Maintain an up-to-date and complete set of as-built electrical and controls documentation.
- Coordinate and implement control system software upgrades.
- Perform Network Administration and Data Administration tasks for networked, PC based, control systems related equipment.
- Develop, read, and interpret all electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and programs essential to plant operation; provide updates as necessary.
- Must be available for on-call rotation during off hours.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- 5+ years’ applicable experience in PLC software and hardware troubleshooting and/or HMI-systems in controls, automation, electrical, or industrial maintenance environments
OR
- Associate’s degree in a technical discipline.
- 3+ years’ applicable experience in PLC software and hardware troubleshooting and/or HMI-systems in controls, automation, electrical, or industrial maintenance environments
- Must be available for on-call rotation during off hours.
Salary: $84,863.70 to $115,982.00 per year
Bonus Eligibility: Yes
The pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at top of range.
Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at https://www.nestlejobs.com/nestle-in-the-us-benefits
It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.
To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.
The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy.
Job Requisition: 425982
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The qualifications that appear most often in technical sales specialist jobs across Nebraska.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a technical field strongly preferred by Nebraska employers
- Two or more years of B2B technical sales or field sales experience in a related industry
- Demonstrated ability to explain complex products to non-technical buyers and procurement teams
- Proficiency with CRM platforms such as Salesforce for pipeline management and reporting
- Willingness to travel within a Nebraska or multi-state territory for client visits and demos
- Strong knowledge of agriculture technology, industrial equipment, or healthcare products relevant to Nebraska markets
Technical Sales Specialist Jobs in Nebraska: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a technical sales specialist in Nebraska?
Most Nebraska employers require a bachelor's degree in a technical field such as engineering, agronomy, or information technology, combined with sales experience in a related industry. Nebraska does not require a state-issued license specifically for technical sales roles. Candidates who hold industry certifications such as a Certified Professional Sales Person credential or product-specific certifications from manufacturers tend to stand out. Starting in inside sales or applications engineering at Nebraska-based manufacturers or agricultural equipment dealers is a common entry path.
How much do technical sales specialists make in Nebraska?
Technical sales specialists in Nebraska earn a median of about $90,140 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $59,250 for the lowest 10% to over $131,030 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire technical sales specialists in Nebraska?
Companies currently hiring technical sales specialists in Nebraska include BD, Peraton, and Argo, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Nebraska's concentration of agricultural technology firms, industrial manufacturers, and regional healthcare equipment distributors means demand is consistent across both large corporations and mid-sized family-owned operations.
Which Nebraska cities have the most technical sales specialist jobs?
Omaha, Crete, and Columbus have the most technical sales specialist openings in Nebraska. Omaha anchors the market as the state's largest metro, home to enterprise technology companies, healthcare systems, and financial services firms, while Lincoln's university-driven economy and Grand Island's manufacturing base support steady hiring in industrial and agri-tech sales.
Are there remote technical sales specialist jobs in Nebraska?
Yes, though field and product-demo responsibilities mean fully remote roles are less common than in purely desk-based fields. About 0% of technical sales specialist openings tied to Nebraska are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those arrangements tend to apply to inside sales, account management, and pre-sales engineering roles rather than territory-based field positions.
How can I get hired as a technical sales specialist in Nebraska with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to inside sales associate or sales development representative roles at Nebraska manufacturers and technology distributors, where you can build product knowledge before moving into field sales. Companies such as Valmont Industries and regional agricultural equipment dealers regularly bring on associates with strong technical backgrounds but limited sales history. Earning a product-specific certification from a major manufacturer, or completing a sales internship through the University of Nebraska's business program, can give a candidate a measurable edge.
Where can I find and apply to technical sales specialist jobs in Nebraska?
You can find and apply to technical sales specialist jobs in Nebraska on Migrate Mate, which lists current Nebraska openings across industries and experience levels. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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