Job Title:  Sales Applications Engineer

Location: 

Rochester, NY, US, 14605

Business Unit:  Power Protection & Quality Solutions
Posting Date:  Aug 31, 2026
Job Description: 

 

About Us:

At AMETEK, we don’t just manufacture market-leading electronic instruments and electromechanical devices — we are using innovation to make the world a better place; technology to improve lives; and talent to solve challenges that matter.

Job Summary:

The Sales Application Engineer plays a critical role in supporting customers and driving business growth by delivering technical solutions that meet customer requirements. In this customer-facing position, you wil collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Customer Service teams to develop proposals, support customer inquiries, process orders, and ensure successful project execution.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve as a technical resource for customers and internal teams.
  • Respond to customer inquiries and support product selection, applications, pricing, and order status.
  • Review RFQs and develop accurate quotations and technical proposals.
  • Process and manage customer orders within ERP systems.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful order execution.
  • Develop bills of material and manufacturing documentation.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related technical discipline.
  • 3-5 years of experience in Applications Engineering, Technical Sales Support, Inside Sales, Customer Support, or related field.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
  • 1-2 years experience with AutoCad drawings of varying complexity
  • Ability to read and interpret technical specifications, drawings, and customer requirements.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.
  • Experience with ERP and order management systems preferred.
  • Strong customer service and relationship-building skills.
  • Excellent technical problem-solving abilities.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across teams.

What’s in It for You:

  • Competitive compensation, holiday pay, and paid time off
  • Great benefits package that includes health, vision, and dental insurance
  • 401(k), plus matching
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSAs), health savings account (HSA) with AMETEK contribution, life insurance, disability insurance, and family medical leave
  • Paid parental leave
  • Employee referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Employee assistance program
  • Exciting, fast-paced environment where you could make a true impact
  • Opportunities for career advancement within our business unit and across all other AMETEK business entities

Additional Details:

Location:

This role is in Rochester, New York, a city of rich culture and natural beauty. Explore museums, music festivals, and picturesque parks. Nearby Finger Lakes offer wine tasting and outdoor fun. Rochester's strong economy and educational institutions make it an excellent place to live and work. Discover a vibrant, welcoming community in Rochester.

To learn more about our company and our job opportunities, visit us at:

https://www.ametek.com/careers

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Compensation

Employee Type:  Salaried
Currency:  USD
Salary Minimum:  80,000
Salary Maximum:  100,000
Incentive:  1289

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting.  The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

For more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please click here.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.


Nearest Major Market: Rochester