Job Description
Sales Engineer
Up to £45,000 Basic + Commission + Car + Full Benefits
Field-Based | UK Region
I'm working exclusively with a well-established and growing engineering services business that is now looking to appoint a Sales Engineer to support continued expansion across process and industrial markets.
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded sales professional who enjoys face-to-face customer engagement and wants a role offering strong earning potential, autonomy, and long-term career development.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
* Base salary up to £45k, dependent on experience
* Attractive commission and bonus structure
* Fully funded company car, fuel card, and full tech package
* 31 days holiday
* Ongoing training and professional development
* Modern, collaborative working environment
* Regular company events and incentives
* Company pension scheme
* Health & Wellbeing Cash Plan plus free gym membership near HQ
* Employer-sponsored office attire
This is a business that genuinely invests in its people and rewards performance.
The Role
As Sales Engineer, you will take ownership of a defined region, selling and promoting a comprehensive portfolio of process instrumentation, calibration, and inspection solutions.
You'll be responsible for developing existing accounts, winning new business, and supporting larger project opportunities - working closely with internal sales, marketing, and technical teams.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct on-site visits with existing and prospective customers
* Build and grow long-term customer relationships within process industries
* Maximise sales across products and services within the region
* Identify and develop new sales channels and opportunities
* Take a lead role in major customer agreements and larger project bids
* Manage sales pipelines, forecasting, and opportunity tracking
* Support tenders and bids for complex, high-value projects
* Maintain accurate CRM records of all customer interactions
* Provide market and competitor insight to support marketing strategy
* Work collaboratively with internal sales and marketing teams
Background & Experience Sought
* Engineering background with exposure to electrical engineering
* Experience selling into process industries, automation, or control instrumentation
* Understanding of process instrumentation and calibration within production environments
* Confident working with engineers, buyers, and senior stakeholders
* Strong consultative and solution-based sales approach
* Full UK driving licence (field-based role)
Desirable Experience
* Knowledge of Endress+Hauser, Eurotherm, or similar automation products
* Experience selling calibration or inspection services, including DSEAR
* NVQ Level 3 (Electrical Installations) or equivalent
WR Engineering are the #1 recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent jobs UK wide.
WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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