
Territory: San Jose
This position supports customers throughout the assigned territory and requires regular travel within the region.
PURPOSE
The Senior Sales Engineer is responsible for representing SMC in all business activities associated with new, current, and distributor account development. This position also has the responsibility to create and develop new business, new relationships to increase market share and obtain annual growth.
Retains and profitably grows sales through proactive management of medium to large size OEM accounts
Meet or exceed annual growth expectations on a consistent basis
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
The Senior Sales Engineer plays a crucial role in driving client satisfaction, retention, and revenue growth through the strategic deployment of automation solutions. By fostering strong relationships and delivering value-added services, the Senior Sales Engineer contributes to the overall success and expansion of the company's industrial automation business.
Compensation & Benefits
The expected salary range for this position is $54,495–$103,236 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors.
This position is also eligible to participate in SMC's Sales Incentive Program (SIP) and includes a company-provided vehicle with company-paid maintenance and fuel.
SMC offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement savings; paid time off and paid holidays; life and disability insurance; and other employee benefits and programs.
For Internal Use Only: Sales001

SMC Corporation is a global leader in automation technology and a trusted partner for innovation across industries. With proven engineering excellence and customer-focused solutions, we design and manufacture advanced pneumatic, control, and process components that power the systems that move, build, heal, and connect the world.
SMC automation often works behind the scenes but always at the core—enabling smarter, safer, and more efficient operations. From high-speed manufacturing lines to life-saving medical devices, our technologies drive innovation and reliability across diverse global industries.
Headquartered in Noblesville, Indiana, SMC Corporation of America is the North American subsidiary of SMC Corporation—a global organization with over 20,000 employees, five technical centers, 30+ manufacturing facilities, 500+ sales offices, and technical support in more than 80 countries. Our scale ensures local service with global consistency, enabling us to support customers wherever they operate.
This global network is strengthened by technical centers that fuel innovation and enable close collaboration with customers to deliver tailored automation solutions—supported by a comprehensive portfolio that includes actuators, valves, air preparation equipment, vacuum systems, electric motion, fluid control, and industrial instrumentation. With a focus on continuous improvement, SMC brings new products to market that boost efficiency, reduce energy use, and enhance machine performance.
Our commitment extends beyond components—we provide application expertise, digital engineering tools, and supply chain reliability to help customers stay competitive in fast-changing markets. From automotive to life sciences, food & packaging to electronics, our solutions help solve complex automation challenges and deliver measurable results.
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