Up to £40,000 | On-site | Saltash
Company Overview
Our client is a well-established engineering business that designs and delivers advanced machinery and automation solutions for manufacturers operating in highly technical industries. Known for its collaborative culture and commitment to innovation, the business offers the opportunity to work on complex engineering projects with customers across the UK and internationally.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Sales Engineer to join a growing engineering team in Saltash. This is a consultative, customer-facing role where you will combine your technical knowledge with commercial awareness to develop bespoke machinery and automation solutions. Working closely with customers and internal engineering teams, you will support projects from initial enquiry through to project commencement, helping manufacturers improve efficiency, quality and performance.
Responsibilities of the Sales Engineer:
- Build and develop strong relationships with new and existing customers.
- Understand customer manufacturing processes and prepare tailored technical proposals and quotations.
- Manage opportunities throughout the full sales cycle, working closely with engineering teams to deliver practical solutions.
- Support customer visits, product demonstrations, factory acceptance testing and occasional UK and international travel.
Requirements of the Sales Engineer:
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical, Chemical, Materials Engineering or a related discipline.
- Experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and confidently discuss engineering solutions with customers.
- Strong communication skills, commercial awareness and a proactive approach to relationship management.
Benefits
- Up to 30 days' annual leave, increasing with length of service.
- Healthcare package including dental and wellbeing support.
- Health club membership with gym and leisure facilities.
- Enhanced sick pay at management discretion.
- Regular team and social events.
- Excellent opportunity to develop technical and commercial skills within a growing engineering business.
If you are an engineer who enjoys working with customers and developing innovative machinery and automation solutions, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity.
Note on Sponsorship: We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.
Recruitment Consultant: Dan Martin
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