Robotics & Automation Sales Engineer
Productivity Inc, Minneapolis, MN, United States
Robotics & Automation Sales Engineer
Location: Minnesota (Out-of-state travel required - CO, UT, WY, MT, ID, NM, WI, SD, ND, IA, and NE)
Productivity, Inc., a leading CNC machine tool and automation distributor headquartered in Plymouth, Minnesota, is seeking a technically skilled Automation Sales professional to help manufacturers improve productivity through automation.
In this role, you will work closely with our Machine Tool sales team, engineering group, and service organization to deliver automation solutions that increase throughput, improve consistency, and support lights-out manufacturing.
Productivity offers a broad portfolio of industrial robotics and collaborative robots (cobots), including six- and seven-axis robots, SCARA robots, delta robots, and collaborative systems designed for both high-speed precision applications and safe human-machine collaboration. Our automation solutions are integrated into both high-volume production environments and flexible, small-batch operations.
This is an opportunity to work with cutting-edge automation technologies while helping manufacturers solve real-world production challenges.
What You’ll Do
Partner with Machine Tool sales representatives to identify automation opportunities within new and existing customer accounts
Develop and grow sales of robotic automation equipment and integrated systems
Engage customers to understand manufacturing challenges and recommend practical automation solutions
Collaborate with Automation Engineering, Service, and Management teams to design and deliver effective systems
Support pre-sale activities, including customer visits, opportunity evaluation, and solution development
Identify and develop new business opportunities through networking, referrals, and proactive outreach
Prepare technical proposals, follow up on quotations, and close sales opportunities
Work with the Automation team throughout the project lifecycle to ensure successful implementation
Maintain accurate opportunity tracking, sales forecasts, and project updates within CRM systems
What We’re Looking For
Background and experience in automation engineering, robotics, or industrial automation systems
Experience in technical sales, sales support, or other customer-facing engineering roles
Knowledge of robotics, PLCs, HMIs, motion control, or automated manufacturing systems
Ability to translate technical solutions into practical customer benefits
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
Willingness to travel 30-40%, 1-1.5 weeks per month on average
Valid driver’s license - acceptable driving record
Why Join Productivity?
Work with advanced robotics and automation technologies
Collaborate with experienced automation engineers and service professionals
Help manufacturers improve productivity and efficiency
Join a respected company with a strong reputation in the machining and manufacturing industry
Competitive compensation and excellent benefits
$80,000 – $150,000+ total compensation (salary + commission potential)
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In this role, you will work closely with our Machine Tool sales team, engineering group, and service organization to deliver automation solutions that increase throughput, improve consistency, and support lights-out manufacturing.
Productivity offers a broad portfolio of industrial robotics and collaborative robots (cobots), including six- and seven-axis robots, SCARA robots, delta robots, and collaborative systems designed for both high-speed precision applications and safe human-machine collaboration. Our automation solutions are integrated into both high-volume production environments and flexible, small-batch operations.
This is an opportunity to work with cutting-edge automation technologies while helping manufacturers solve real-world production challenges.
What You’ll Do
Partner with Machine Tool sales representatives to identify automation opportunities within new and existing customer accounts
Develop and grow sales of robotic automation equipment and integrated systems
Engage customers to understand manufacturing challenges and recommend practical automation solutions
Collaborate with Automation Engineering, Service, and Management teams to design and deliver effective systems
Support pre-sale activities, including customer visits, opportunity evaluation, and solution development
Identify and develop new business opportunities through networking, referrals, and proactive outreach
Prepare technical proposals, follow up on quotations, and close sales opportunities
Work with the Automation team throughout the project lifecycle to ensure successful implementation
Maintain accurate opportunity tracking, sales forecasts, and project updates within CRM systems
What We’re Looking For
Background and experience in automation engineering, robotics, or industrial automation systems
Experience in technical sales, sales support, or other customer-facing engineering roles
Knowledge of robotics, PLCs, HMIs, motion control, or automated manufacturing systems
Ability to translate technical solutions into practical customer benefits
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
Willingness to travel 30-40%, 1-1.5 weeks per month on average
Valid driver’s license - acceptable driving record
Why Join Productivity?
Work with advanced robotics and automation technologies
Collaborate with experienced automation engineers and service professionals
Help manufacturers improve productivity and efficiency
Join a respected company with a strong reputation in the machining and manufacturing industry
Competitive compensation and excellent benefits
$80,000 – $150,000+ total compensation (salary + commission potential)
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