The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Keyence (Pescara, Abruzzo) in May 2017
Interview
1 to 1 interview with a Japanese manager. Classic question about yourself, previous experiences and then we got more into the field regarding the position of Sales Engineer; he asked me to list 3 characteristics of a Sales engineer and then 3 attitudes that a Sales Engineer should have. Finally he told me my interview was finished and that I didn't pass it.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about yourself.
List 3 aspects of a Sales Engineer that you consider fundamental.
List 3 attitudes that a Sales Engineer should have in your opinion.
I applied through university. I interviewed at Keyence
Interview
My interview process consisted of two rounds. Was flown out to Chicago to role play one of their products. Thirty minutes of behavioral was pretty typical. The thirty minutes of technical role play was on the more difficult side - thought it went well but wasn't given an offer.
I applied in-person. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Keyence (Hanoi) in Apr 2026
Interview
In the initial round, i have quick interview with the HR staff, and a 30 minutues IQ test (the test was moderate level i think)
I think all people there all pass Round 1 tho
I applied online. I interviewed at Keyence (Hanoi) in Apr 2026
Interview
1st round. 5 minutes. Interviewed by one manager, face-to-face. Most questions are quite typical, such as your experience, your reasoning for the application, your general understanding of the role, and your strengths and weaknesses. There's one question, though, where you have to think on your feet, which can be tricky.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What are the characteristics a sales engineer should have?