Job Description
Senior Sales Engineer | West Sussex | £45,000 + Uncapped Commission (OTE £50k+)
A hands-on sales role with a specialist engineering manufacturer — ideal for someone with a technical background and strong commercial instincts.
The Opportunity
We’re working with a long-established UK manufacturer who design and build bespoke, high-value capital equipment for sectors such as oil & gas, marine and construction. Their kit is engineered to order, and their market niche is well-established — they’re one of very few players worldwide in this space.
They’re looking to appoint a Technical Sales Engineer to focus on both developing new business and supporting key accounts. You’ll join a small but experienced commercial team during a period of transition and growth, as a senior member of the team moves into a leadership role.
This is a site-based role in West Sussex with regular UK travel and international trips once established.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and maintain relationships with B2B customers in industrial sectors.
* Identify new business opportunities using a database of qualified contacts and outbound research.
* Carry out site visits, technical discussions and product demonstrations — face-to-face sales is a key part of the role.
* Provide support to UK and international distributors and agents.
* Represent the company at trade exhibitions and industry events.
* Collaborate closely with senior leadership, reporting to the Sales Manager.
What They’re Looking For
* A strong background in technical or engineering-related sales — ideally capital equipment or industrial products.
* Able to engage confidently with engineers and technical buyers, with a commercially focused mindset.
* Engineering qualification or equivalent practical experience preferred.
* Experience developing new business — not just managing existing accounts.
* Proactive and self-sufficient — comfortable finding and following up opportunities.
* Willingness to travel frequently, including international trips after the initial onboarding period.
* Experience working with overseas distributors is a bonus, though not essential.
About the Company
This is a stable, privately owned UK business exporting to over 50 countries. Despite their international reach, the company remains lean and close-knit, with under 20 employees. Their equipment is designed, built and tested on-site, with full visibility across the production process. Culture-wise, it’s hands-on and practical you’ll be part of a small, experienced team that values technical skill and commercial contribution.
Package and Benefits
* £45,000 base salary
* Commission (realistic OTE £50k+ in year one, with definite scope to grow)
* Company car (or car allowance)
* Laptop, mobile, and company credit card
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Private healthcare (following qualifying period)
* Workplace pension
* Full-time hours: Monday–Friday, 08:00–17:00
* 3-month probation period
Please note: this is a site-based role — candidates must live within a 45-minute commute of Storrington, West Sussex.