Account Manager (f/m/d), Sales

Hexagon AB; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineering solutions is seeking an Account Manager to drive revenue growth and build strategic relationships within the Design & Engineering market. The role involves executing sales strategies in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing, focusing on CAE solutions. Candidates should possess strong technical acumen and experience in enterprise software sales, highlighting their ability to develop consultative strategies and engage with diverse stakeholders.

Benefits

Remote flexibility

Family-friendly policies

Cutting-edge projects & technologies

Collaboration with R&D teams

Qualifications

• 3+ years in enterprise software sales.
• Strong background in selling FEA, CFD, or multiphysics software solutions.
• Proven ability to meet and exceed sales quotas.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies for CAE.
• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing high-value deals.
• Collaborate with technical teams to deliver value-driven solutions.

Skills

Relationship Building

Technical Sales Acumen

Consultative Selling

Tools

CRM tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Short description: As an Account Manager (f/m/d) you will be responsible for driving revenue growth, expanding market presence, and building strategic relationships for Hexagon’s Design & Engineering solutions in their assigned sales territory. You will have a deep understanding of Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) software applications, strong technical acumen, and experience selling to engineering, automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, and other industries that rely on simulation and analysis tools.

You will have a proven track record in enterprise software sales, experience in selling complex technical solutions to large manufacturers, and the ability to work closely with customers to demonstrate the value of CAE solutions in improving product development, efficiency, and innovation.

Job Responsibilities

Sales Strategy and Execution:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy tailored to the CAE market, focusing on industries such as automotive, aerospace, defense, industrial equipment, and electronics.
• Identify and prioritize target customers, including OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and R&D-driven organizations.
• Drive new business development and expand partnerships with engineering teams, R&D departments, and decision-makers.

Revenue Generation and Business Development:

• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing high-value deals with enterprise clients.
• Develop a consultative sales approach to demonstrate how CAE simulation, FEA, CFD, and Multiphysics software can optimize product design and engineering processes.
• Identify opportunities for upselling and cross-selling within existing accounts.
• Work closely with technical sales engineers to provide proof-of-concept projects.

Cross-functional collaboration:

• With technical teams, product managers, and marketing to deliver value-driven solutions to customers.
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities, pipeline, and forecasts using CRM tools.

Market and Competitive Analysis:

• MonitorCAE industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitors to refine sales strategies.
• Provide feedback to the R&D and product management teams to align software offerings with market demands.

Represent the company at industry conferences, trade shows, and technical symposiums (e.g., NAFEMS, ASME, SAE, AIAA).

Qualifications

• 3+ years in enterprise software sales
• Strong background in selling FEA, CFD, or multiphysics software solutions (e.g., Hexagon/MSC Software, ANSYS, Abaqus, COMSOL, Siemens Simcenter, Altair HyperWorks, Autodesk CFD).
• Experience managing complex, technical sales cycles with enterprise customers and engineering teams.
• Proven ability to meet and exceed sales quotas in the engineering software market.
• Strong understanding of CAE workflows, product lifecycle management (PLM), and digital twin technologies.
• Familiarity with CRM tools such as Salesforce as well as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to understand and communicate engineering simulation concepts effectively.
• Ability to build relationships with engineers, CTOs, and R&D leaders.
• Adaptability in fast-changing technology landscapes.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% within the UK and Ireland

We encourage applicants to share measurable examples of their previous experience—numbers tell a story!

What we offer

• A pioneering legacy – Join MSC Software, the original founder of the CAE industry, and be part of the company that shaped engineering simulation from the start.
• Cutting-edge projects & technologies – Work with the latest tools and contribute to the design of cars, aircraft, and advanced components before they go to market.
• Innovation at the core – Collaborate with R&D teams and forward-thinking customers to shape future technologies and bring innovative solutions to life.
• Remote flexibility – Enjoy the benefits of a remote role with a strong, international team culture and digital collaboration tools.
• Family-friendly policies – Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay to support you during life's important moments.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Hexagon is a global leader in sensor, software and autonomous solutions. We are putting data to work to boost efficiency, productivity, and quality across industrial, manufacturing, infrastructure, safety, and mobility applications. Our technologies are shaping urban and production ecosystems to become increasingly connected and autonomous – ensuring a scalable, sustainable future. Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division provides solutions that utilise data from design and engineering, production and metrology to make manufacturing smarter.