You know what good machining looks like. You understand tooling. Runout. Offsets. Scrap rates. Downtime. Youve probably stood at a machine at 10 pm fixing something that should have been right in the first place. Now imagine being the person who prevents those problems. We are recruiting for a Technical Sales Engineer to join a specialist capital equipment provider supplying precision tool presetting and inspection systems into high-end manufacturing environments. This isnt box-shifting. This is consultative technical sales into serious engineering businesses. And they're open to the right CNC professional stepping into sales. What You'll Be Doing Visiting precision engineering and manufacturing companies across the UK Demonstrating high-spec machine tool presetting and inspection systems Advising customers on improving accuracy, reducing downtime and increasing efficiency Managing enquiries from initial discussion through to quotation and close Building long-term relationships with Production Managers, CNC Programmers and Directors Representing the company at trade shows and industry events Youll need to understand machining properly. Customers will see through you if you dont. What Theyre Looking For Background as a CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator Strong understanding of tooling and machining processes Commercial awareness or a genuine interest in moving into sales Confident communicator who can hold their own in a machine shop or boardroom Self-motivated and target-driven Willing to travel across the UK with occasional nights away Full UK driving licence Sales experience is useful. It isnt essential. Engineering credibility and drive matter more. What's On Offer Competitive basic salary Performance bonus Company vehicle Laptop and mobile Pension with company contribution Structured training and clear progression This is a genuine opportunity to move from the shopfloor into a long-term technical sales career, without losing your engineering edge. If youre good at what you do and you know youre capable of more, this is worth a conversation. About Us : At Thomas Lee Recruitment, we specialise in connecting engineers and technical salespeople with leading companies in the engineering sector. We pride ourselves on offering a personalised, professional, and transparent recruitment service. Our focus is on understanding both client and candidate needs to ensure the best possible match. How to Apply : All applications will be responded to. Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before applying. By applying for this role, you accept our Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers, which can be found on our website.