Area Sales Engineer

Rise Executive Search & Recruitment Ltd; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Scotland is seeking an experienced Area Sales Engineer to join their client's expanding team. This field-based role requires a proven sales background in the Industrial Electrical Control and Automation sector. Responsibilities include business development, technical consulting, and maintaining relationships with key accounts. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and possess strong communication and organizational skills. A competitive salary package is offered, along with benefits including a company car and pension.

Benefits

Company car

Pension

Buy/sell holidays

Qualifications

• Proven track record in B2B technical sales, preferably within industrial automation.
• Familiarity with major platforms such as Siemens and Schneider Electric is necessary.
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts to different stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities across all sectors.
• Conduct site visits to understand client requirements and provide proposals.
• Prepare detailed technical quotations and handle negotiations.

Skills

Business development

Technical consulting

Communication

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

Degree or HND/HNC in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

PLCs

Industry 4.0 technologies

Job description

Area Sales Engineer – Scotland West – Industrial Electrical Control & Automation. Excellent package £45 K–£60 K, including high basic salary negotiable, company car, pension, buy/sell holidays, and more.

Technically competent Sales Engineer / Area Sales Manager required to join our client’s expanding team providing industrial control & automation products and solutions.

On behalf of our client we are now seeking an experienced, results‑driven Field Sales Engineer with a proven track record as a business developer and excellent salesman in the Industrial Electrical Control & Automation sector. This is a field‑based role, visiting customer sites and premises, working 1 to 2 days from home or company office.

In this 2026‑ready sales role, you will act as a technical consultant, bridging the gap between complex engineering challenges and innovative hardware/software solutions. You will manage a regional territory, visiting OEMs, system integrators, and end‑users to specify and sell advanced automation technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Business Development – identify and secure new business opportunities across all industry markets and sectors.
• Technical Consulting – conduct site visits to understand client requirements and provide tailored technical proposals for PLCs, HMIs, variable speed drives, sensors, control gear, switchgear, etc.
• Product Demonstrations – supported by colleagues when required, showcase the latest products and technologies, Industry 4.0 technologies, including IIoT and robotic integration.
• Relationship Management – maintain and expand existing accounts by becoming a trusted “partner” and technical advisor.
• Quotations & Proposals – prepare detailed technical quotations and handle negotiations regarding payment and delivery terms.

Requirements & Skills

• Education – a degree or HND/HNC in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field is desirable but an ability to demonstrate industry knowledge is acceptable.
• Experience – proven track record in B2B technical sales, preferably within industrial automation or capital equipment.
• Technical Knowledge – familiarity with major platforms (e.g., Siemens, Allen‑Bradley, Schneider Electric) and industrial protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus).
• Communication – ability to explain complex technical concepts to both engineering teams and non‑technical stakeholders.

As is usual you will be working to achieve defined sales targets and capable of developing a personal plan in order to achieve your objectives through managing and further developing an existing portfolio of accounts whilst constantly striving to identify new avenues of business. Working Monday to Friday around normal office hours, although this is an external sales role requiring road travel so flexibility is expected in order to meet the needs of the business. Excellent attributes such as good organisational and communication skills, along with the ability to be an effective team player whilst enjoying a level of autonomy are essential, as are capability with Microsoft packages.

To register your interest contact us with an up‑to‑date CV and we will be pleased to call you for a confidential discussion.