Overworked, Underpaid & Brainwashed - Sales Engineer Keyence Employee Review

1.0
Sep 26, 2017
Recommend
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Pros

1) Develop a good work ethic which will be recognised when you leave, as being worked into the ground becomes the norm at Keyence. 2) Good learning on how not to conduct business.

Cons

1) Low salary compared to market average. 2) Brainwashing by management. 3) Meaningless promotions to keep employees excited. 4) Long hours. 5) Keyence customers are are not happy customers due to being constantly hounded for orders by stressed employees trying to reach target. 6) Shockingly the management are asking their 'senior' employees to write 'good' reviews on Glassdoor.

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Pros

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Cons

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3.0
May 14, 2026
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Pros

Fast paced work environment. CRM is the best I have ever had access to. Data tracking and sales insight is top notch. The regional director for TSS in Michigan/Indiana is great to work under. Leads are easily available, the product is great and it’s easy to get in the door places.

Cons

Metrics are more focused on quantity over quality. Frequently working 50+ hour weeks. Too many reps per territory and it can create a negative perception. Bonus structure vs straight commission is frusterating. Clear advancement structure however being ranked against peers with different sales targets in frusterating. Feels like a turn and burn type of mentality towards sales reps.

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