If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.
With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.
Location: Northeast United States (Connecticut preferred)
Travel: Up to 50%
Position Summary
The Sales Engineer serves as a technical expert and trusted advisor to customers, responsible for driving profitable growth through design‑in engineering, technical consultation, and strategic account development. This role combines application engineering expertise with value‑based selling to influence customer decisions and expand market presence.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Own and develop a defined sales territory across multiple industries, identifying and converting high‑value growth opportunities
- Lead technical discussions with customer engineering and R&D teams to support design‑in of SFC KOENIG solutions
- Translate complex technical requirements into clear customer value propositions
- Build, manage, and close a robust sales pipeline aligned with business growth objectives
- Act as the voice of the customer internally, collaborating closely with Product Development, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations teams
- Maintain strong customer relationships through regular on‑site visits, technical reviews, and solution‑focused engagement
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or related discipline preferred)
- 1–4 years of experience in technical sales, applications engineering, or customer‑facing engineering roles
- Strong technical aptitude with the ability to communicate complex concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences
- Experience with precision components, fluid power, or engineered products preferred
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 50%
Preferred Characteristics
- Customer‑focused, consultative mindset
- Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
- Self‑directed with the ability to thrive in a decentralized, entrepreneurial environment
- Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills
Why Join IDEX
- Entrepreneurial culture with real ownership and accountability
- Opportunities for internal growth and career development across IDEX businesses
- Exposure to global customers and advanced engineering applications
- Competitive compensation, benefits, and performance‑based incentives
Equal Opportunity Employer
IDEX Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?
Total Rewards
The compensation range for this position is $97,000.00 - $145,400.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.Benefits Package
Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/our-benefits-and-rewards/
IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.
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What We Do
IDEX (NYSE: IEX) is a company that has undoubtedly touched your life in some way. In fact, IDEX businesses make thousands of products that are mission-critical components in everyday activities. Chances are the car you’re driving has a BAND-IT® clamp holding your side airbag safely in place. If you were ever in a car accident, a Hurst Jaws of Life® rescue tool may have saved your life. If you or a family member is battling cancer, your doctor may have tested your DNA in a quest to find the best targeted medicine for you. It’s likely your DNA test was run on equipment that contains components made by our growing IDEX Health & Science team.
