Job Title: Sales Engineer – Automation Industry Department: Sales & Business Development Location: Field-Based / External Sales (with occasional office visits) Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent (37.5 hours/week) Reports To: Sales Manager / Regional Sales Director About the Role We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Sales Engineer to join our automation solutions team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong technical background and a passion for business development. You will play a key role in managing existing accounts, reigniting relationships with lapsed clients, and generating new business across your territory. With 80% of your time spent in the field, this position focuses on face-to-face interaction with clients, offering automation solutions tailored to their operational challenges. INDSFT Key Responsibilities * Manage and grow existing customer accounts through effective relationship-building and account planning. * Reengage with lapsed or inactive clients to revive commercial relationships. * Identify and win new business opportunities through proactive prospecting and solution selling. * Deliver tailored presentations and proposals that align with customer automation requirements. * Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, support, product) to deliver customer solutions effectively. * Maintain up-to-date CRM records, sales forecasts, and activity reports. * Achieve sales targets and contribute to overall regional and company growth. Key Requirements * Proven experience in technical sales, ideally within the automation, industrial controls, or manufacturing sectors. * Strong understanding of automation systems (e.g., PLCs, sensors, motion control, robotics, SCADA). * Demonstrated success in account management and new business development. * Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills. * Ability to work independently, manage a territory, and travel frequently. * Valid driver’s license. Please call Mark on (phone number removed) for an informal chat. Job Type: Full-time Pay: £35,000.00-£45,000.00 per year Benefits: * Company pension * Flexitime * Annual Bonus Work Location: On the road Reference ID: MFSE