Good starting job, but poor career progression and management - Sales Engineer Keyence Employee Review

2.0
May 4, 2026
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Pros

- Good starting job for exposure to market. - Structured training program to get you ready for sales.

Cons

- Career progression is almost a dream especially if you plan stay long in the company. - Lack of transparency in how they promote employees even if you do well and exceed your target. - Salary growth is negligible if you perform average compared to the rest. - Management lacks direction and powerless as they have to listen to the HQ and cannot make decisions on their own. - Close to zero employee welfare and HR has no backbone to make decisions for employees.

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5.0
May 19, 2026
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Pros

Great training program, and good mix of roles. You wear a lot of hats at this job which prepares you well for your career. Business and technically focused, and a real product expert type of role.

Cons

Its a tough job and a lot of work and long hours. You need to deal with customers constantly through a lot of virtual support.

3.0
May 14, 2026
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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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