About the Opportunity
Our client is a well-established and growing engineering business, supplying high-quality technical solutions to manufacturers across a wide range of industries, including Aerospace, Automotive, Precision Engineering, Composites, Plastics and General Manufacturing.
Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Technical Sales Engineer to develop and grow an established territory across the South West.
This is an excellent opportunity for either an experienced technical sales professional or, ideally, a hands-on engineer looking to transition into a customer-facing technical sales role.
You’ll receive comprehensive product and technical training, enabling you to build a long-term career within a respected engineering business.
The Role
This is a field-based position where you’ll spend the majority of your time visiting manufacturing customers throughout the Southwest.
Rather than simply selling products, you’ll work closely with customers to understand their machining processes, production challenges and manufacturing objectives, recommending technical solutions that improve productivity, performance and cost efficiency.
You’ll inherit an established customer base whilst also identifying and developing new business opportunities across the territory.
Working alongside experienced technical specialists and internal support teams, you’ll build long-term customer relationships based on trust, technical knowledge and exceptional service.
Key Responsibilities
– Manage and develop an established portfolio of engineering and manufacturing customers.
– Identify and secure new business opportunities across the South West.
– Build long-term relationships through consultative, solution-led selling.
– Visit customer sites to understand manufacturing processes and recommend suitable engineering solutions.
– Support product trials and technical evaluations alongside internal technical specialists.
– Prepare quotations and negotiate commercial agreements.
– Maintain accurate CRM records and sales activity.
– Represent the business professionally at customer meetings, exhibitions and industry events.
About You
– We’re looking for someone who combines technical understanding with excellent communication skills.
– You may already be working in technical sales, or you could be looking to make your first move into a commercial role from an engineering background.
– Applications are welcome from candidates with experience in areas such as:
CNC Machining
Precision Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering
Applications Engineering
Cutting Tools
Tooling
Industrial Engineering
Technical Sales
You’ll also demonstrate:
– A genuine interest in helping customers solve engineering challenges.
– Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
– A proactive approach to developing new business.
– Commercial awareness and a customer-focused mindset.
– The ability to work independently and manage your own territory.
– A full UK Driving Licence.
– Previous sales experience is advantageous but not essential, as full product and technical training will be provided.
What’s on Offer
– Company vehicle.
– Personal commission structure.
– Company bonus scheme.
– Ongoing product and technical training.
– Structured career development.
– The opportunity to join a growing engineering business with ambitious expansion plans.
– A supportive team environment where technical knowledge and customer relationships are valued.
If you’re an engineer looking to move into technical sales, or an experienced sales professional with a passion for engineering, we’d love to hear from you.
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