Sales Engineer (w/m/d) Low Pressure & Blower Solutions

Atlas Copco; Schweiz; Remote; CHF 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Open feedback culture

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Atlas Copco Switzerland is seeking a Sales Engineer (m/f/d) for Low Pressure to expand our Oil Free Air business across the country. You will drive market development, strengthen customer relationships, and acquire new customers and projects, including OEMs and international key accounts.

You will manage technically demanding projects from needs assessment to completion and sales closure, travel across Switzerland, and collaborate with Service, Application Engineering, Marketing, and Atlas Copco

Qualifications

• Technical engineering degree and several years in technical sales of complex capital equipment.
• Experience with low-pressure applications, blowers or compressors is mandatory.
• Strong network in Swiss industries and the ability to travel across Switzerland.

Responsibilities

• Develop Swiss low-pressure market through direct customer engagement and OEM relationships.
• Identify and win new customers and projects in applicable industries.
• Provide technical and commercial consulting to customers.
• Prepare compelling proposals and project calculations.
• Manage the full sales process from lead to closure and handover.

Skills

Technical sales

Low-pressure systems

German language

English language

CRM software

MS Office

OEM relationship building

Education

Engineering degree (HF/FH)

Tools

CRM systems

MS Office

Job description

Your role

Bring your curiosity to work as a Sales Engineer (m/f/d) Low Pressure and become part of our Oil Free Air team. In this position, you will play a key role in further expanding our low-pressure business across Switzerland. You will be responsible for market development throughout the country, strengthening existing customer relationships, and acquiring new customers and projects. At the same time, you will strategically expand our network with OEMs and international key accounts. You will manage technically demanding projects from the initial needs assessment through to successful project completion and sales closure.

• Develop the Swiss low-pressure market through direct customer engagement, targeted expansion of relationships with OEMs and international key accounts, and sustainable management of existing customer relationships
• Identify and win new customers and projects in applications such as fermentation, aeration and biological treatment processes, pneumatic conveying, air-knife and blow-off systems, and wastewater treatment
• Provide technical and commercial consulting to customers in the food and beverage industry, breweries, municipal and industrial wastewater treatment, cement, chemical, and pharmaceutical industries
• Analyze customer requirements, develop suitable low-pressure solutions, and prepare technically and commercially compelling proposals and project calculations
• Manage the entire sales process from lead generation and opportunity development through negotiations, closing, and handover to the customer
• Monitor market, competitor, and application trends and derive concrete actions for pipeline and business development
• Collaborate closely with Service, Application Engineering, Marketing, and international Atlas Copco entities to ensure high customer satisfaction
• Apply a consistent value-selling approach and effectively communicate the value of our solutions in terms of energy efficiency, reliability, productivity, and total cost of ownership

Your role

Bring your curiosity to work as a Sales Engineer (m/f/d) Low Pressure and become part of our Oil Free Air team. In this position, you will play a key role in further expanding our low-pressure business across Switzerland. You will be responsible for market development throughout the country, strengthening existing customer relationships, and acquiring new customers and projects. At the same time, you will strategically expand our network with OEMs and international key accounts. You will manage technically demanding projects from the initial needs assessment through to successful project completion and sales closure.

Your day-to-day

• Develop the Swiss low-pressure market through direct customer engagement, targeted expansion of relationships with OEMs and international key accounts, and sustainable management of existing customer relationships
• Identify and win new customers and projects in applications such as fermentation, aeration and biological treatment processes, pneumatic conveying, air-knife and blow-off systems, and wastewater treatment
• Provide technical and commercial consulting to customers in the food and beverage industry, breweries, municipal and industrial wastewater treatment, cement, chemical, and pharmaceutical industries
• Analyze customer requirements, develop suitable low-pressure solutions, and prepare technically and commercially compelling proposals and project calculations
• Manage the entire sales process from lead generation and opportunity development through negotiations, closing, and handover to the customer
• Monitor market, competitor, and application trends and derive concrete actions for pipeline and business development
• Collaborate closely with Service, Application Engineering, Marketing, and international Atlas Copco entities to ensure high customer satisfaction
• Apply a consistent value-selling approach and effectively communicate the value of our solutions in terms of energy efficiency, reliability, productivity, and total cost of ownership

Your Skills And Experience

• Technical education at HF/FH level or a completed engineering degree (e.g., Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, or Electrical Engineering)
• Several years of experience in technical sales of complex capital equipment or industrial system solutions
• Several years of experience with low-pressure applications, blowers, or compressors is mandatory. Solid knowledge of process engineering applications is a strong advantage
• An established network within relevant Swiss industries is highly beneficial
• Proven success in new customer acquisition and enthusiasm for developing long-term relationships with existing customers, OEMs, and key accounts
• Strong technical understanding combined with commercial thinking, negotiation skills, and a results-oriented mindset
• Independent, structured, and reliable working style, as well as a willingness to travel extensively throughout Switzerland
• Excellent written and spoken German and English skills; French is an advantage
• Proficiency in MS Office and CRM systems, along with strong communication and presentation skills

We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single requirement. Diverse experiences and perspectives are valuable to us, and we are excited to learn what you can bring to the role.

Your Compensation And Benefits

At the Atlas Copco Group, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation. Compensation is based on the role and its responsibilities, regardless of gender, ethnic background, religion, physical abilities, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our compensation offering is designed to be locally relevant, competitive, and aligned with the expectations of current and future talent.

• An entrepreneurial sales role with significant autonomy and responsibility for the entire Swiss market
• Excellent social benefits
• Company car
• Attractive expense policy
• Open feedback culture and informal work environment
• Independent and flexible working arrangements, including the possibility of part-time work
• Local and international career development opportunities
• Free online training courses and language classes

Your job location

You will work flexibly from home while supporting customers, OEMs, and key accounts across Switzerland. Regular customer visits and the associated travel requirements are an integral part of this role.

Why it is great to work with us

Your career grows through your skills, your curiosity, and the people you work with. You join a global network where we learn from each other and share knowledge openly. We focus on long‑term development and encourage you to explore new ideas that help us move forward. Innovation is part of how we think and act – we test, improve, and use what we learn to create solutions that matter. You can make a meaningful impact by contributing with your insights and taking ownership of your work, supported by flexible ways of working and leaders who empower you.

Application process

Our selection process includes interviews and, for some roles, skills assessments that help us gain a deeper understanding of your profile. We look forward to getting to know you, learning about your strengths, and discussing how you can grow with us.

If you have questions during the process or need support, please contact us:

Regarding The Position

Thorsten Rohrer, Business Line Manager, [phone]

Regarding The Recruitment Process

Marina Suter, HR Specialist, [phone]

Uniting curious minds

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