Application Engineer

Mansell Recruitment Group; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Technical Sales Engineer to manage customer relationships and drive sales across the UK. Ideal candidates will have a background in technical sales, with a focus on machinery. Responsibilities include managing enquiries, demonstrating products, and providing aftersales support. This role offers a competitive salary of £35,000 - £45,000 per year plus commission and benefits, requiring the use of a personal vehicle.

Qualifications

• Experience in technical sales, ideally with CNC machinery.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Proficient IT skills, preferably with CRM or similar systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage incoming enquiries and develop new business opportunities.
• Demonstrate machinery capabilities.
• Visit customer sites and maintain relationships.
• Follow up on sales leads and manage projects to completion.
• Support machinery installations and training.

Skills

Technical sales

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Education

Mechanical-biased engineering qualification

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Overview

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a technical background who is either looking to expand an existing career in technical sales or move into this field. The role would suit a candidate with experience in technical sales, ideally with exposure to CNC machinery or similar, and a genuine interest in supporting projects from enquiry through to delivery. The position is field-based with regular customer visits across the UK, particularly focused on the Midlands and South East. Full training will be provided, including opportunities for development both in-house and with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Manage incoming enquiries while also identifying and developing new business opportunities.
• Demonstrate machinery capabilities using technical expertise.
• Visit customer sites across the UK to build and maintain relationships.
• Follow up on sales leads and manage projects from enquiry to completion.
• Support machinery installations and provide customer training.
• Deliver aftersales support via phone and email to strengthen customer relationships.
• Represent the company at UK exhibitions and occasional international training sessions.
• Collaborate with a small, close-knit team to share ideas and drive success.

The Candidate

• Experienced technical sales engineer.
• Ideally has experience selling machinery (not essential).
• Holds a mechanical-biased engineering qualification.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Proficient IT skills, ideally with CRM or similar systems.
• Self-motivated, target-driven, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills, comfortable working with customers across a variety of industries.

Salary

£35,000 - £45,000 per year, plus commission and benefits (depending on skills and experience).

Please note: this role does not come with a company car or allowance. Candidates must use their own vehicle, with all mileage and expenses fully covered.