JRS Associates have partnered up with an exciting precision engineering manufacturer in Welwyn Garden City to recruit a Trainee Sales Engineer. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a relevant engineering qualification who is looking to build a long-term career within technical sales and precision manufacturing. The role offers full training and the chance to work closely with customers, engineering teams, and production departments within a highly specialised engineering environment.
The Successful Trainee Sales Engineer - Package:
* 28,000 - 32,000 per annum
* Full-time, permanent position
* Office-based role
* Excellent training and development opportunities
* Long-term progression into Technical Sales / Commercial Engineering
* Exposure to aerospace, defence, motorsport, oil & gas and industrial sectors
* Stable and growing precision engineering business
The Successful Trainee Sales Engineer - Role Duties:
* Support the sales and quotations team with incoming customer enquiries
* Assist with preparing quotations from engineering drawings and customer specifications
* Liaise with production and engineering departments regarding manufacturing feasibility and lead times
* Learn to read and interpret engineering drawings including tolerances and dimensions
* Support customer communication throughout the enquiry and quotation process
* Maintain CRM systems and quotation records accurately
* Assist with Excel-based pricing, reporting and sales analysis
* Support technical discussions regarding materials, manufacturing methods and project requirements
* Develop knowledge of CNC machining and precision engineering processes
The Successful Trainee Sales Engineer - Requirements:
* Relevant engineering qualification is essential
* Strong interest in engineering, manufacturing and technical sales
* Ability to read engineering drawings would be advantageous
* Good communication and interpersonal skills
* Strong IT skills including Microsoft Excel
* Organised and detail‑oriented approach
* Eager to learn and develop within a technical commercial environment
* Positive and professional attitude
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious engineering graduate or junior engineer looking to move into a commercially focused engineering career with excellent long-term prospects.
Apply now! Shortlisted candidates will receive a call within 3 hours during working hours to discuss the role further.
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