Technical Sales Engineer

Technical Sales Engineer Industrial Technology

Location: North West & North Wales
Salary: £40,000 Basic + Uncapped OTE £55,000 £65,000+

Sectors: Industrial Weighing Sensors Instrumentation Data Acquisition Automation Heavy Plant Waste & Recycling

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a technically minded and commercially aware Technical Sales Engineer to join an established and growing business specialising in industrial weighing, sensor technology, instrumentation, data acquisition and integrated software solutions.

This role would suit someone with an engineering, electronics, instrumentation, automation or industrial technology background who enjoys working with customers and developing technical solutions.

You may currently be working as a Service Engineer, Applications Engineer, Instrumentation Engineer, Controls Engineer or Technical Support Engineer and be looking for an opportunity to move into a more commercially focused position.

The role combines technical consultancy, customer engagement, solution development and business growth, with responsibility for developing the North West and North Wales territory.

The Role

You will act as a key technical and commercial contact for customers, understanding their applications, identifying requirements and recommending suitable equipment and integrated solutions.

Responsibilities will include:

• Developing an understanding of industrial weighing equipment, sensors, instrumentation and data acquisition systems.

• Understanding customer applications and recommending appropriate technical solutions.

• Discussing equipment specifications, system requirements and product capabilities.

• Demonstrating how hardware, software and data systems can improve operational performance.

• Working with internal technical teams to develop solutions for complex applications.

• Building relationships with engineers, technical managers, operational directors and purchasing teams.

• Identifying new business opportunities across industrial, manufacturing, heavy plant, waste and recycling sectors.

• Visiting customer sites to assess requirements and discuss technical applications.

• Preparing quotations, proposals and technical recommendations.

• Developing existing accounts and reactivating dormant customers.

• Managing the sales process from initial technical discussions through to order placement.

About You

We are looking for someone with a genuine technical background who understands industrial equipment, engineering systems or electronic technology.

You may have experience in one or more of the following areas:

Industrial weighing systems and weighbridges.

Sensors, load cells and measurement technology.

Instrumentation and control systems.

Data acquisition and monitoring equipment.

Electrical and electronic systems.

Industrial automation and integrated technology.

Hardware and software solutions.

Heavy plant, manufacturing or industrial equipment.

Waste management and recycling technology.

Potential backgrounds include:

Technical Sales Engineer

Applications Engineer

Service Engineer

Electrical or Electronic Engineer

Instrumentation Engineer

Controls or Automation Engineer

Field Service Engineer

Technical Support Engineer

Engineering Project Engineer

A technical qualification or relevant industry experience would be advantageous.

You should also have good communication skills, a proactive approach and the confidence to deal with customers independently.

Previous sales experience would be beneficial but is not essential. Candidates with strong technical knowledge and the personality to develop into a commercial role are particularly encouraged to apply.

Location & Territory

Ideally based within the North West or North Wales, although other locations will be considered for the right candidate.

This is a predominantly field-based position with responsibility for developing and managing customers throughout the territory.

Salary & Benefits

£40,000 basic salary.

Uncapped commission.

Realistic OTE of £55,000 £65,000+.

Company car.

Laptop and mobile phone.

Broadband provision.

Technical and commercial support.

Long-term career development opportunities.

Interested?

Are you an engineer or technical specialist looking to take the next step into a customer-facing commercial role?

Perhaps you already work with industrial equipment, instrumentation, sensors, electronics, weighing systems or automation and would like the opportunity to develop your technical knowledge into a rewarding sales career.

We would particularly welcome applications from technically strong candidates who may not have previously held a traditional sales position but have the confidence and ability to work with customers and develop commercial opportunities.

For a confidential discussion and further information, please get in touch.