Technical Sales & Applications Engineer£42,000 + benefits Permanent Chesterfield, DerbyshireAre you an experienced engineer who loves building customer relationships and supporting sales with deep technical expertise?This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established organisation in the medical technology and specialist gas systems sector, supporting clients across the UK and Europe.About the RoleWe're looking for a motivated Technical Sales & Applications Engineer to act as the technical bridge between customers, sales teams and product specialists. You'll provide expert application support, deliver product demonstrations, and play a key role in growing market confidence in a highly technical product portfolio.You'll also support installations and project coordination, ensuring customers receive a smooth, reliable and professional experience from initial enquiry through to delivery.What You'll BringEducation / ExperienceA degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (4-year degree preferred), or5+ years' experience in applications engineering for medical, laboratory, breathing air, vacuum, or compressed gas systemsTechnical Skills0-2 years of application engineering experience (entry-level considered with the correct degree)Ability to interpret pneumatic/hydraulic flow diagrams and general arrangement drawingsUnderstanding of electrical drawings (advantageous)Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)AutoCAD experience is beneficialFull, clean UK driving licencePersonal SkillsHighly organised self-starter with excellent communication skillsAble to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiencesStrong problem-solving and analytical thinkingConfident building long-term customer relationshipsProduct Areas You'll Work WithHalogenated Drug Recovery (HDR)Central Destruction Units (CDU)Abatement SystemsMechanical Space Products (Air & Vacuum systems)Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical Sales SupportProvide expert product knowledge during sales cyclesDeliver technical demonstrations, POCs and POVsAct as a technical advisor to internal sales teamsCustomer EngagementOffer hands-on support with system installations and troubleshootingCommunicate technical solutions clearly and professionallyBuild customer confidence through reliable, evidence-based guidanceCollaboration & ReportingWork closely with the Area Sales ManagerLiaise with the Business Line Manager and Global Product Manager for product development and validationProvide customer-driven feedback to support ongoing product improvementProject & Installation Support (UK & EU)Coordinate project documentation for field installationsTrack components, equipment and supplier deliveriesSupport system layout drawings and design requirementsManage quotes and spare parts for customers and suppliersWhat Success Looks LikeCustomers feel confident in the product's performanceSales processes run more smoothly with fewer technical barriersProduct development benefits from real-world customer inputWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk