Technical Sales Engineer Compensation

Are you already in industrial or manufacturing sales and trying to increase your earning? Did you know that it is really possible to make over $200K per year if you have the right compensation structure?

I spent 10 over years in injection molding sales and have numerous friends in the industrial/manufacturing industry making well over $200K per year.

This industry has a LOT of complacency in it because SOME of the older generation is typically satisfied with their compensation and isn’t as hungry as new industry sales people.

This leaves a HUGE opportunity for either anyone new to the industry or a hungrier generation.

The first step is to make sure that the “vehicle” (the company you work for) has you setup for success:

  • You should be making between $75K – $110K as a base salary
  • You should have a commission plan
  • Your commission plan should be based on sales revenue, not total profit
  • Commission should be between 1%-3% and last a minimum of 2-3 years on any new business/programs.

Financial compensation is the best driver for any sales people, so your company needs to be leading with a carrot and rewarding your appropriately.

About The Author:
Kyle Milan
CEO Of Milan Media

Kyle Milan is the CEO of Milan Media and a recognized voice in B2B marketing, industrial marketing, and revenue growth. With decades of experience helping manufacturers, SaaS companies, healthcare organizations, and professional service firms grow through digital marketing, Kyle specializes in developing strategies that connect marketing with measurable business outcomes. His expertise spans thought leadership, content marketing, SEO, demand generation, AI-driven marketing, and sales alignment. Through his articles, videos, and speaking engagements, Kyle shares practical insights that help organizations build stronger brands, generate qualified leads, and create sustainable growth. Grow your business:

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