Balluff is a global leader in sensor technology and industrial automation. With over 100 years of experience, we help customers improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and drive innovation through smart solutions.
Launch Your Career in Technical Sales with Balluff
Calling all May and recent grads in engineering, business, or technical fields — this is your opportunity to start a career in automation sales with a global industry leader.
Balluff is growing, and we’re looking for motivated individuals to join our Sales Trainee Engagement Program (STEP) — a six-month, paid training program designed to prepare you for a full-time Sales Engineer role.
What makes this role different?
You’re not expected to “figure it out” on your own. We invest in your development from day one — with structured training, real-world experience, and a clear path to a field sales role.
What to Expect
This is a 6-month, paid rotational program where you’ll build the technical and sales foundation needed to succeed.
- Starting salary: $67,000 during training
- Salary increase upon promotion to Sales Engineer after successful completion
- Company vehicle provided once you transition into your territory
During the program, you will:
- Rotate through core functions including Technical Customer Support, Sales Support, and Operations
- Learn how our products work by solving real customer applications
- Participate in structured product and sales training
- Gain experience with internal systems, customer communication, and demo tools
- Travel with and shadow experienced Sales Engineers
- Begin developing customer relationships through virtual sales activities
Your Career Path
After completing the STEP program, you will transition into a Sales Engineer role supporting the Minneapolis territory, where you will:
- Manage and grow customer relationships
- Apply your technical and sales training in the field
- Drive business growth within your territory
What Makes You a Great Fit
We’re looking for individuals who are:
- Curious and motivated to learn
- Interested in how things work and how to improve them
- Organized and goal-oriented
- Comfortable communicating with different audiences
- Able to work independently while staying connected to a team
Why Join Balluff
- Clear path from training to a full-time Sales Engineer role
- Competitive compensation with growth after the training program
- Company vehicle for field sales role
- Paid relocation support
- Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match)
- Paid time off and holidays
- Ongoing mentorship and career development
Balluff is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
QualificationsBasic Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a technical discipline
- Up to 1–2 years of post-education experience
- Technical aptitude with a willingness to learn Balluff products and systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and virtual meeting platforms
- Ability and willingness to relocate twice:
- First, to Florence, KY / Cincinnati, OH area for training
- Then, to your assigned sales territory (Minneapolis) upon program completion
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a technical discipline
- Up to 1-2 years of post-education experience
- Technical aptitude and willingness to learn Balluff products and systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and virtual meeting platforms
- Ability and willingness to relocate to Florence, KY / Cincinnati area for training and later to assigned sales territory (Minneapolis)
- Curious and motivated to learn
- Interest in how things work and how to improve them
- Organized and goal-oriented
- Comfortable communicating with different audiences
- Able to work independently while staying connected to a team
What We Do
We are your partner for innovative solutions in industrial automation. With our passion we improve your competitive position with speed and results. 🏁 🏆 With our 100 years company history and more than 60 years of sensor experience, Balluff is a world leader and one of the most efficient manufacturers of sensor technology. Balluff is a leading supplier of high-quality sensor, identification and image processing solutions including network technology and software for all automation requirements. We stand for: ✨ Proven technology ✨ Continuous innovation ✨ Experienced application support ✨ Highest quality ✨ Greatest reliability ✨ Maximum customer orientation
