Technical Sales Engineer

IC Resources; Paris; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

IC Resources is seeking an experienced Photonics Technical Sales Engineer to drive business in the eastern region of France. You will promote cutting-edge photonics, optics, laser and imaging solutions to scientific, industrial and high-tech customers, developing long-term relationships.

This commercial role blends business development with account management. You will build a robust pipeline, prepare proposals, negotiate with international suppliers, and collaborate with manufacturing partners

Qualifications

• Proven experience selling optics, photonics, laser, imaging, or related tech.
• Background in technical B2B sales with a consultative approach.
• Fluent English with international suppliers and partners.

Responsibilities

• Promote a portfolio of photonics products to scientific, industrial and high-tech customers.
• Identify opportunities, grow accounts, and manage the sales pipeline through CRM.
• Prepare commercial proposals and negotiate with customers and international suppliers.
• Collaborate with manufacturing partners and influence product direction.

Skills

Photonics sales

Technical B2B sales

Account management

CRM experience

English communication

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Are you an experienced Photonics Technical Sales Engineer with a proven track record of developing business within the optics, photonics, or imaging sector? If you're looking for an opportunity to represent cutting-edge technology while building long-term customer relationships, this could be the next step in your career.

Due to continued growth, my client is looking to add an experienced Photonics Technical Sales Engineer to their commercial team, covering the eastern region of France.

Working closely with leading global technology manufacturers, you'll be responsible for promoting a diverse portfolio of high-performance photonics products and solutions. The range includes advanced laser systems, optical components, photodetectors, imaging technologies covering multiple wavelength bands, and vision software used across scientific, industrial, and high-tech applications.

This is a commercially focused position that combines business development with account management. You'll spend your time identifying new opportunities, strengthening relationships with existing customers, understanding technical challenges, and recommending suitable solutions that create long-term value. You'll also prepare commercial proposals, negotiate with customers and international suppliers, and maintain an active sales pipeline through CRM.

The role offers genuine autonomy and the opportunity to influence your own success while working alongside experienced technical and commercial professionals. You'll also benefit from regular interaction with international manufacturing partners and exposure to innovative technologies at the forefront of the photonics industry.

My client is looking for:

• Proven experience selling optics, photonics, laser, imaging, or other advanced technology solutions.
• A successful background in technical B2B sales with a consultative approach.
• A passion for winning new business while growing existing customer accounts.
• A proactive, organised, and self-driven individual who enjoys working independently and achieving ambitious targets.
• Confident communicating in English with international suppliers and manufacturing partners.