A career opportunity has arisen for a Sales Engineer with a strong background in physics or light measurement to join one of the UK’s leading photonics equipment suppliers.
This is the perfect role for an experienced, solutions-driven Sales Engineer looking to join an established and successful business, recognised for its expertise and ability to deliver innovative photonics solutions.
The Company
The company is a leading supplier of photonics equipment, including instruments for measuring light and the optical properties of materials, photometry systems, lasers, opto-mechanics, nano-positioning equipment, optics, and spectroscopy and spectral imaging solutions.
As technical specialists, they have built a successful international business across the UK, Europe, and North America, delivering high-quality and often bespoke solutions to a wide range of clients.
The Role
The Sales Engineer will join the Photonics Products Group and will be responsible for both sales and post-sales support of light measurement and spectroscopy instrumentation.
This is a field-based role covering the UK and Ireland, requiring travel to customer sites (on average two days per week).
Requirements
To be considered, you will need:
* A BSc, MPhys, MSci (or equivalent) in Physics or a related engineering discipline
* At least 2 years’ relevant industry experience
* A proven track record in technical or consultative sales
* Strong communication skills and the ability to understand and solve customer challenges
Experience in photonics sales is highly desirable. However, candidates with a background in technical, consultative sales and a solid understanding of photonics (e.g. light measurement, spectroscopy) are also encouraged to apply.
Personal Attributes
* Strong listening skills
* Self-motivated and proactive
* Enthusiastic and engaging
* Personable and able to build relationships
* Comfortable working as part of a small, collaborative team
Package & Benefits
The company is an exceptional employer, offering:
* Competitive basic salary
* Company car
* Performance-related bonus
* Private health insurance
* Contributory pension
* Excellent personal and career development opportunities
If you are looking for a role where you can combine technical expertise with a consultative sales approach, and work with a highly respected photonics specialist, we would be pleased to hear from you.