Learn a Lot, Work a Lot - Sales Engineer Keyence Employee Review

3.0
Dec 23, 2021
Recommend
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Pros

Decent salary, heard there is good insurance (not using it currently), if you like field sales/ driving/ talking to people that let you learn a lot and can be super fun, great sales training imo. Very fair promotions, not political, in my experience.

Cons

Nobody tells you hours are 7:30-5:00 and are strictly enforced. will support you even if you miss goals which is nice but to “do well” at this job is a TON of effort and time. In my opinion it is not sustainable long term (more than about 2 years). Pretty cool people to work with but overall company culture comes from Japan- no cool/ fun perks. Very basic vacation time and offices are similar to “the office” in that they have 0… pictures? Colors? Very cut and dry.

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5.0
Jun 11, 2026
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Pros

Great company, good career progression, no outside hiring besides entry roles

Cons

Car travel heavy, they want you to be open for relocations accross the country

3.0
May 14, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Fast paced work environment. CRM is the best I have ever had access to. Data tracking and sales insight is top notch. The regional director for TSS in Michigan/Indiana is great to work under. Leads are easily available, the product is great and it’s easy to get in the door places.

Cons

Metrics are more focused on quantity over quality. Frequently working 50+ hour weeks. Too many reps per territory and it can create a negative perception. Bonus structure vs straight commission is frusterating. Clear advancement structure however being ranked against peers with different sales targets in frusterating. Feels like a turn and burn type of mentality towards sales reps.

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