Technical Sales Engineer - Encoders Systems

Location: Blue Bell, PA

Salary Range: $ 123,000.00 to $ 139,000.00

About SKF:

SKF, reducing friction since 1907, re-imagining rotation for a better tomorrow!

SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer that has been a cornerstone in industrial life. Wherever there are machines or products in motion, SKF bearings are there to reduce friction. SKF drives the industries that support our way of life, powers the machines that put food on the table, and even helps explore the cosmos.

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF is on pace to decarbonize all its production facilities by 2030.

We’re guided by our SKF values. Collaboration is critical to the success of our colleagues, partners, and customers. Curiosity and Courage provide a foundation for innovation and advancement. And we do this work out of Care for our people, customers, communities, and the planet.

We’re a company committed to a culture of belonging, where all our people are encouraged to be themselves and grow their careers in an equitable environment.

Learn about SKF at www.skf.com.

About the Role

We are looking for a business‑driven professional with experience in encoders or industrial sensing technologies, able to combine technical understanding with customer engagement.

In this role, you will play a key part in developing new business opportunities with OEM customers, supporting the growth of SKF’s sensing-enabled solutions, including encoder technologies.

Joining this team means being part of a fast‑evolving, entrepreneurial environment within a global industrial leader, where you can directly contribute to building the next generation of solutions and customer partnerships.

Your Mission

Your mission is to identify, develop and win new customer projects in automation, robotics and motion control applications — by combining your technical background with a strong commercial mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Business Development
  
  
  
  • Develop new business opportunities with OEM customers in automation, robotics, machine tools and motion control
  
  
  • Build and manage a pipeline of opportunities, from early engagement to project closure
  
  
  • Understand customer needs, applications and architectures to position SKF solutions effectively
  
  
  • Contribute to account strategies in collaboration with regional Sales teams
  
  
  
  


• Customer Engagement
  
  
  
  • Interact with both engineering and commercial stakeholders
  
  
  • Support technical discussions and solution positioning (with support from internal experts when needed)
  
  
  • Build trusted relationships with customers and partners
  
  
  
  


• Internal Collaboration
  
  
  
  • Work closely with Sales, Product Management and Engineering teams
  
  
  • Provide market feedback to support product development and business strategy
  
  
  • Contribute to the promotion of SKF’s sensing and encoder solutions internally and externally
  
  
  
  

Profile

• Required Experience
  
  
  
  • Experience in encoders, industrial sensors, or motion control technologies
  
  
  • Exposure to OEM customers in automation, robotics, or industrial applications
  
  
  • Ability to engage with both technical and commercial stakeholders
  
  
  
  


• Mindset & Skills
  
  
  
  • Strong business drive and proactive approach
  
  
  • Customer‑oriented mindset
  
  
  • Ability to translate technical understanding into customer value
  
  
  • Autonomous, structured and result‑oriented
  
  
  • Professional proficiency in German and English
  
  
  
  


• Nice to Have
  
  
  
  • Experience in technical sales, application engineering, or business development
  
  
  • Knowledge of PLC, drives, robotics or motion control environments
  
  
  • Familiarity with encoder technologies (absolute / incremental, magnetic, inductive, optical)
  
  
  • Engineering degree in electronics or mechatronics or another relevant technical discipline
  
  
  
  

Why Join Us

• Be part of a strategic growth initiative within SKF


• Contribute to shaping the future of intelligent and sensing-enabled solutions


• Work in a global, cross-functional environment with strong technical and business exposure


• Combine autonomy, customer impact and technical learning


• Play an active role in expanding SKF’s presence in high‑growth markets such as robotics and automation

Locations

USA (industrial hubs)

Europe (Germany, Sweden, France or flexible)

What You’ll Love About SKF:

Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.

Work/Life Integration. SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health. Flexible work options available, depending on role.

Diversity in the Workplace.?At SKF, we strive to embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement and innovation. 

Best in Class Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment.  Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more! 

Bonus. SKF offers STVS (Short Term Variable Salary) or Sales Incentive based on company performance and at the discretion of management.

Invest in your Future. Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution:  100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.

 

Reports to: Global Product Line Manager Intelligent Bearings

Location: Blue Bell, PA

Job ID: 24236

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