Pre-Sales Application Engineer

Job Description

Agilent is seeking a dynamic and results-driven application engineer to join our liquid chromatography team. The successful candidate will drive sales of our liquid chromatography products in the US and Canada by delivering technical expertise and solutions to Agilent customers. This role requires a strong understanding of the scientific market, excellent sales/communication skills, and a passion for building customer relationships. In Agilent’s Centers of Excellence, you'll grow your skills and knowledge base while working on custom application solutions.

Principle Responsibilities:

• Work closely with account managers to define customer requirements, demonstrate Agilent solutions, and win qualified opportunities.
• Assist sales account managers and product specialists to meet or exceed sales quota by providing technical/scientific expertise.
• Enhance customers’ experience through demonstrations during the sales process in Agilent’s Centers of Excellence or in customer laboratories.
• Analyze customer requirements and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Collaborate with the sales team to develop technical sales strategies.
• Participate in the sales process from deal qualification to deal closure and actively contribute to sales account planning.
• Own the deal’s technical closure.
• Prepare and deliver technical seminars to customers and prospects, and contribute to recognized scientific forums through written, oral, and poster presentations.
• Act as the customer voice to influence future product/application design that meets customer needs, including writing application briefs to highlight product capabilities.
• Evaluate and support management on ramp-to-volume strategies for new products prior to release.
• Promote Agilent's products and assist in training the sales force.
• Is knowledgeable of competition and able to identify lockout specifications (identify Agilent's competitive advantage over competition).
• May also contribute to post-sales activities.
• Must consent to participate and meet Agilent-approved customer/vendor credentialing requirements necessary to gain access to customer sites.
• Requirements may include, but are not limited to, proof of identification, proof of certification to perform the work required, customer health and safety requirements, etc.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree or equivalent.
• 1-2+ years of relevant experience in separation science either in academia or industry is required.
• Experience with liquid-phase separations and solutions, GPC, SEC, MALS
• Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills, including virtual tools and customer-facing interactions.
• Proven ability to think creatively and develop solutions for complex challenges.

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. It includes the option to work remotely. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least November 6, 2026 or until the job is no longer posted. It is sales incentive eligible. In the US, this position is eligible for reimbursement for personal vehicle usage.The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $105,075.00 - $210,150.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locationsAgilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and merit-based employer that values individuals of all backgrounds at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive in the workplace where everyone is welcome, and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email [email protected] or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.

Travel Required:

35% of the Time

Shift:

Day

Duration:

No End Date

Job Function:

Sales