Associate Sales Engineer, CBS

Grundfos; Leighton Buzzard; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonuses

Health insurance

Parental support

Volunteering leave

Job summary

Grundfos is seeking an Associate Inside Sales Engineer, Commercial Building Services to support datacentre and commercial building projects from technical solution development to customer engagement. You will work with external sales and CSSC colleagues in back office to deliver energy-efficient pumping solutions across the UK and Ireland.

The role requires a mechanical/building services engineering degree and 1–3 years in inside or technical sales within HVAC or pumps.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in mechanical/building services engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 1-3 years of experience in inside sales, technical sales support, or application engineering within HVAC, pumps, or building services.
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical specifications, drawings, and project requirements.
• High energy and a tenacious approach, with the ability to handle rejection and persevere.
• A good understanding of the vertical market focus and overall strategic objectives.
• Proficiency with CRM tools and product selection/sizing software.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and commercial support to customers for datacentre and commercial building projects, working closely with external sales colleagues and CSSC colleagues in back office and proposals
• Prepare and deliver accurate quotations, product selections, and system proposals using Grundfos sizing tools
• Deliver proactive desk-based account management, building and maintaining relationships with consultants, contractors, and end users across the UK and Ireland
• Collaborate with application engineers to develop tailored solutions that meet project specifications and sustainability goals
• Generate leads, qualify and nurture opportunities, and manage the sales pipeline with timely follow-up from initial enquiry through to order
• Stay current on datacentre market trends, competitor activity, and Grundfos product developments to identify new opportunities

Skills

HVAC systems

Pumping systems

Technical sales

Communication skills

Education

Mechanical/building services engineering degree

Tools

CRM tools

Product sizing software

Job description

Are you passionate about driving sustainable cooling and pumping solutions for the rapidly growing datacentre market? Then join our mission to pioneer smarter water solutions that reduce energy use and improve lives.

As our new Associate Inside Sales Engineer, Commercial Building Services, you'll be supporting the sales cycle for datacentre and commercial building projects — from technical solution development to customer engagement — that helps Grundfos expand its footprint in one of the fastest-growing infrastructure segments. You'll be part of a diverse, supportive and inclusive culture, that celebrates our differences and puts people first by fostering growth, well-being, and a sense of belonging.

What you will be doing?

As a key part of the Commercial Building Services Sales team, you'll create impact by partnering with customers and external sales teams to deliver technically sound, energy-efficient pumping solutions that power the datacentres shaping our digital future.

Your main responsibilities include:

• Provide technical and commercial support to customers for datacentre and commercial building projects, working closely with external sales colleagues and CSSC colleagues in back office and proposals
• Prepare and deliver accurate quotations, product selections, and system proposals using Grundfos sizing tools
• Deliver proactive desk-based account management, building and maintaining relationships with consultants, contractors, and end users across the UK and Ireland
• Collaborate with application engineers to develop tailored solutions that meet project specifications and sustainability goals
• Generate leads, qualify and nurture opportunities, and manage the sales pipeline with timely follow-up from initial enquiry through to order
• Stay current on datacentre market trends, competitor activity, and Grundfos product developments to identify new opportunities

What makes you a great fit

Above all, you're a technically curious sales professional with a solid understanding of HVAC or pumping systems, strong communication skills, and a genuine interest in the datacentre and commercial building sectors. We'd also imagine that you are/have:

• Degree or diploma in mechanical/building services engineering or a related technical discipline
• 1-3 years of experience in inside sales, technical sales support, or application engineering within HVAC, pumps, or building services
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical specifications, drawings, and project requirements
• High energy and a tenacious approach, with the ability to handle rejection and persevere
• A good understanding of the vertical market focus and overall strategic objectives
• Proficiency with CRM tools and product selection/sizing software

It's a plus if you also:

• Experience with or exposure to the datacentre cooling or critical infrastructure market
• Familiarity with Grundfos products, sizing tools, or similar pump manufacturer platforms
• Knowledge of energy efficiency standards and sustainability frameworks relevant to commercial buildings

Why you'll love working here

Day to day, you can look forward to:

• A working environment built around your needs, with flexible hours, home working opportunities and parental support.
• Annual bonuses, health insurance and a strong focus on well-being activities.
• Three days' additional paid leave for volunteering.
• On-demand training and structured development programmes to support your growth.

Valuing our differences helps us see possibilities where others can't. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all abilities, experiences, and backgrounds. As part of our commitment to a safe and compliant hiring process, final candidates may be required to undergo a background check, subject to applicable local laws and regulations.

Workplace: Hybrid (office and home-working)

Job Location: Leighton Buzzard, Central Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Grundfos is one of the world’s leading water technology companies with more than 19.000 employees in 60+ countries all over the world. Our skills commit us to pioneering solutions to the world’s water and climate challenges and improve the quality of life for people. We dare to do things that others cannot or dare not do, as we believe innovation is not only a business opportunity, but an obligation. And what really matters to us is not short term profit, but the impact we make. By becoming part of our united powerful team, you too can drive this change no matter your role.

An inclusive team

We believe that the key to a work environment, where employees thrive and grow, is our ability to celebrate and value our differences in background, experiences and perspectives. In our recruitment process we welcome all professional people without consideration of age, colour, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, ethnicity or religion.