Fortrend Engineering Corp
Sales Engineer For New Project (San Jose)
Fortrend Engineering Corp, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
Sales Engineer For New Project (San Jose)
Compensation: 87k + depending on experience, Benefits: life insurance, medical/disability insurance, PTO, sick leave, 401k with ER matches
Employment Type: full‑time
Experience Level: mid level
About Fortrend Engineering Fortrend Engineering specializes in manufacturing and integrating advanced automation solutions for the semiconductor, including:
Wafer & Mask/Reticle Handling Systems: SMIF pod and FOUP openers; Wafer handling robots; Mask/Reticle transfer systems; Semiconductor shipping box
Process Automation Modules: EFEMs (Equipment Front End Modules), Sorter
Fortrend Engineering is seeking an experienced Semiconductor Sales Engineer to join our team. This role involves both developing sales with existing clients and expanding our customer base. It combines technical expertise with strategic sales skills to identify, prospect, and close opportunities within the semiconductor industry. You will leverage your technical knowledge and customer‑facing experience to present Fortrend’s automation solutions, build relationships, and deliver customized system integrations.
Key Responsibilities
Build and manage a robust sales pipeline with a focus on Tier 1 semiconductor manufacturers.
Manage end-to‑end customer relationships, including executive, technical, and service stakeholders.
Proactively identify and pursue opportunities through networking, trade shows, digital channels (website/social media), and referrals.
Collaborate with engineers to design automation solutions aligned with customer workflows.
Deliver technical presentations and support customer visits to showcase Fortrend’s capabilities.
Generate quotes, ensure clean order bookings, and manage customer build configurations (EARs/BOM).
Resolve customer issues promptly and monitor receivables to maintain financial health.
Domestic and international travel required.
Experience
BS in Engineering, Technical Field, or equivalent experience.
5+ years in semiconductor industry sales, with proven success in new customer acquisition.
Experience selling to Tier 1 semiconductor manufacturers; automation/robotics knowledge preferred.
Background in product management or new product introduction.
Skills & Abilities
Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently with limited supervision.
Ability to communicate technical details and reasoning to other engineers and management.
Excellent documentation skills.
Superior communication skills.
Knowledge or proficiency in a second language – Chinese, Spanish, or Korean is a plus.
U.S. Citizens or authorized workers only. No visa sponsorship.
Employee Benefit Summary
Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability and AD&D
401K Plan
Paid Holidays/Paid Time Off
Disclaimer The appearance, specifications, performance descriptions, comparative data, and other information regarding the products displayed on this website are based on internal testing and experiments conducted in FORTREND’s laboratory. This information is for reference purposes only, and the final product may vary.
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Compensation: 87k + depending on experience, Benefits: life insurance, medical/disability insurance, PTO, sick leave, 401k with ER matches
Employment Type: full‑time
Experience Level: mid level
About Fortrend Engineering Fortrend Engineering specializes in manufacturing and integrating advanced automation solutions for the semiconductor, including:
Wafer & Mask/Reticle Handling Systems: SMIF pod and FOUP openers; Wafer handling robots; Mask/Reticle transfer systems; Semiconductor shipping box
Process Automation Modules: EFEMs (Equipment Front End Modules), Sorter
Fortrend Engineering is seeking an experienced Semiconductor Sales Engineer to join our team. This role involves both developing sales with existing clients and expanding our customer base. It combines technical expertise with strategic sales skills to identify, prospect, and close opportunities within the semiconductor industry. You will leverage your technical knowledge and customer‑facing experience to present Fortrend’s automation solutions, build relationships, and deliver customized system integrations.
Key Responsibilities
Build and manage a robust sales pipeline with a focus on Tier 1 semiconductor manufacturers.
Manage end-to‑end customer relationships, including executive, technical, and service stakeholders.
Proactively identify and pursue opportunities through networking, trade shows, digital channels (website/social media), and referrals.
Collaborate with engineers to design automation solutions aligned with customer workflows.
Deliver technical presentations and support customer visits to showcase Fortrend’s capabilities.
Generate quotes, ensure clean order bookings, and manage customer build configurations (EARs/BOM).
Resolve customer issues promptly and monitor receivables to maintain financial health.
Domestic and international travel required.
Experience
BS in Engineering, Technical Field, or equivalent experience.
5+ years in semiconductor industry sales, with proven success in new customer acquisition.
Experience selling to Tier 1 semiconductor manufacturers; automation/robotics knowledge preferred.
Background in product management or new product introduction.
Skills & Abilities
Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently with limited supervision.
Ability to communicate technical details and reasoning to other engineers and management.
Excellent documentation skills.
Superior communication skills.
Knowledge or proficiency in a second language – Chinese, Spanish, or Korean is a plus.
U.S. Citizens or authorized workers only. No visa sponsorship.
Employee Benefit Summary
Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability and AD&D
401K Plan
Paid Holidays/Paid Time Off
Disclaimer The appearance, specifications, performance descriptions, comparative data, and other information regarding the products displayed on this website are based on internal testing and experiments conducted in FORTREND’s laboratory. This information is for reference purposes only, and the final product may vary.
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