Not worth it - Sales Engineer Keyence Employee Review

1.0
Aug 11, 2022
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Good training, competitive pay for entry level position

Cons

1. Your level of compensation is highly dependent on the territory you are placed in. 2. You are extensively monitored at all times through MDM. They want your work phone on you at all time and they can use that device to spy on you. 3. The amount you have to travel is variable and can create a huge disparity in the required work load. When I worked there I drove 1000 miles a week, had 3 hotel over night stays per week, and had would start my day at 6am and get to my next hotel at 9pm 4. Promotions are NOT based on performance. If you decide to take this job, you can see for yourself. 5. You will literally be a work horse and they will use you like one. Statistically, you WILL be discarded, like many others have before you. 6. Outdated, annoying sales tactics. If you want proof just go look up Keyence on reddit, pay attention to the topics in /r/PLC and you will see from the customers perspective. I could keep going but if you still need a reason to not work for Keyence then be my guest. Don’t say I didn’t warn you.

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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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