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Sika

Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

Sealy, TX · On-site

Approximately 33,000 employees generated CHF 11.20 billion in sales in 2025. Sika is looking for an experienced Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to join it's growing team in Sealy, TX for ...

Kipp and Zonen / Ott HydroMet

$100K - $115K/yr

... sales experience * Experience selling technical products, instrumentation, analytical equipment, automation, or water-related solutions * Strong consultative selling and relationship-building skills

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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for instrumentation sales in Texas is $26.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.28 and $27.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an instrumentation sales?

An Instrumentation Sales job involves selling measurement and control equipment used in industries like manufacturing, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, and automation. Sales professionals in this role work with clients to understand their technical needs, recommend suitable products, and provide after-sales support. They often liaise with engineers, procurement teams, and decision-makers to offer solutions that improve efficiency and performance. Strong technical knowledge, communication skills, and a sales-driven mindset are essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in instrumentation sales?

To thrive in Instrumentation Sales, you need a strong background in technical sales, familiarity with industrial instrumentation products, and typically a degree in engineering, science, or a related field. Proficiency with customer relationship management (CRM) software, quoting tools, and an understanding of relevant industry standards and certifications, such as ISA or ISO, are commonly required. Outstanding communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills help professionals build trust with clients and efficiently address their needs. These skills are essential for successfully matching clients with the right solutions, securing deals, and driving business growth in a competitive marketplace.

What are some common challenges faced in an instrumentation sales role and how can they be overcome?

Instrument Sales professionals often encounter challenges such as keeping up with rapidly advancing technology, meeting diverse client requirements, and navigating lengthy sales cycles. Success requires staying current with product knowledge through continuous training, understanding the unique needs of different industries, and maintaining persistent, consultative relationships with clients. By collaborating closely with technical support teams and leveraging CRM tools to track leads and communications, sales professionals can address technical inquiries efficiently and manage complex sales processes effectively. These strategies not only help overcome obstacles but also pave the way for building long-term partnerships and achieving sales targets.

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Infographic showing various Instrumentation Sales job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 89% In-person, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,795 per year, or $26.8 per hour.

Flow Meter Sales Engineer/Sales Manager

GPE INC.

Houston, TX • On-site

$40K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Our company designs, manufactures and services technologically sophisticated equipment, systems and products such as processing systems, fluid control equipment, measurement solutions, and loading and unloading systems for the oil and gas, chemical and food beverage, shipbuilding industries, etc. With the deep understanding of customers' businesses and our relentless obsession with performance, we develop innovative real-world solutions that put even the most daunting challenges within reach.

Job Description
Reporting to the CEO, Golden Promise Equipment Inc (GPE) announces the position of Instrumentation Sales Managers in Texas Area. We are looking for someone highly technical with a knack for building lasting relationships, and someone who is excited about taking their career to the next level with a fast growing and exciting company. You love the challenge of building and managing a business and watching it grow. You are self-motivated and are eager to prove that you can be successful. You are technical, extremely well-organized and time management is one of your best attributes. You want to be part of a growing team that is revolutionizing our industry. The Territory Sales Manager should be entrepreneurial in style, managing the territory as his/her own business. Management of expenses, travel, etc. should be in line with this mentality. Year over year growth of at least 15% is expected and will be supported through aggressive new product development.
You will be selling highly engineered instrumentation to end users and specifying engineers. Your objective is to build relationships with key personnel at strategic customers and to manage and drive sales opportunities to closure.
You will be required to eventually speak and present at customer lunch & learns, tradeshows and conferences, so being comfortable and technically articulate in front of an audience is an important skill.
The Sales Manager works closely as a team in conjunction with our Sales team to drive large project customers and long-term opportunities.
Position responsibilities:
    Develop, achieve and exceed acceptable sales quota per GPE vision
    Work collaboratively with fellow employees, team player is essential
    Develop strong relationships with customer base
    Develop relationships and manage independent representatives
    Travel in the United States territory, especially in Texas. First year travel will be 40-50% of the time.
    Represent GPE at various industry events
    Profitably grow GPE business
    GPE's core values are based upon integrity, respect, performance, passion and innovation. The successful candidate will share these values.


Qualifications
Desired Skills and Experience
    A degree or diploma in a technical field of study such as engineering, instrumentation etc.
    Experience selling industrial products such as flow meters and pumps
    Experience with automation systems such as SCADA, PLC's, 4-20mA is a plus.
    Strong technical skills. The ability to understand highly technical, abstract theories and be able to apply them and explain them to non-technical customers.
    The ability to present a technical product in an easy to understand way and present well and with confidence.
    Prior sales experience required, ideally at least 3 years of outside sales experience.
    Ideal candidates will have experience managing independent manufacturer's representatives and will join to build the sales team in Texas in the future.
    Experience using data & analytics as a tool to target customers, manage time and sell to customers
    Experience closing new product sales.
    Experience using a sales database.
    Related-industry experience in either flow meter sales, pump sales, municipal or government sales, oil and gas sales, water and wastewater sales, food and beverage sales or engineering sales.
    A proven background demonstrating your competitive nature.
    Proven track record demonstrating a will to win.
    Excellent communication and presentation skills.
    Excellent organization skills (time management, territory management experience).
    Team oriented mindset.
    Self-motivated. Do what it takes to get the job done.
Required experience:
    Flow meter/instrumentation sales: 3 years


Additional Information
The compensation for this position includes annual base salary $40,000 + incentive bonus based on sales generated.


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