Good opportunity for fresh college grads - Sales Engineer Keyence Employee Review

4.0
Oct 8, 2015
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Pros

Make your own schedule during the week, drive around to appointments doing your own thing. Good pay if you hit sales goal, expect about 85-90k total your second full year if you can do it.

Cons

Your life is now metrics, you have numbers to hit and they're not easy. Beyond that every number is broken down into sub categories so you can see how well you're achieving said numbers. These then influence everything your managers are going to tell you. I.E.: you need to meet with customers x times per month (30-40) and of those meeting you need a certain amount at the right companies with multiple people at each. It's a good job for a young person, lots of money and job security since they spend about 100k on training you + getting your equipment. Good springboard into better sales jobs down the road.

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5.0
Jun 11, 2026
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Pros

Great company, good career progression, no outside hiring besides entry roles

Cons

Car travel heavy, they want you to be open for relocations accross the country

3.0
May 14, 2026
Recommend
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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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