Job Description

Job Title: Senior Sales Engineer
Location: Nottingham (Hybrid Working)
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Are you a technically skilled sales professional? A leading UK-based engineering company is seeking a Senior Sales Engineer to join their expanding team in Nottingham.
As part of a supportive and experienced sales team, you’ll play a crucial role in generating new business, shaping technical proposals, and helping clients achieve engineering excellence.
Key Responsibilities
* Identify and qualify new business opportunities, with marketing and website support.
* Engage with prospective clients to understand technical needs and propose suitable automation solutions.
* Develop initial machine and system concepts in collaboration with the internal engineering team.
* Create and deliver detailed sales proposals and presentations.
* Negotiate contracts and close sales in line with company goals.
* Work closely with internal teams, including engineering and marketing, to align on strategy and delivery.
* Build long-term relationships with clients and ensure ongoing customer satisfaction.
This is a hybrid role, with flexibility to work remotely and attend the Nottingham office at least once a week.
Requirements
* Degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
* Proven experience in technical or capital equipment sales, ideally within automation or special-purpose machinery (training provided where needed).
* Strong technical understanding and the ability to explain complex engineering solutions.
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
* Track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
* Proficiency with CRM systems and MS Office.
* Willingness to travel to customer sites when necessary.
Why Apply?
* Join a forward-thinking engineering company at the forefront of custom automation.
* Work on diverse and technically interesting projects across multiple industries.
* Be part of a collaborative, knowledgeable, and supportive sales team.
* Benefit from a flexible hybrid working model.
* Competitive salary, bonus scheme, and comprehensive benefits package