Business Sales & Development Engineer

Newman Stewart Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international engineering group is seeking a Business Sales & Development Engineer in West Yorkshire. This role involves technical consultative sales and business development, focusing on both domestic and international markets. Candidates should have a mechanical engineering degree, a background in technical sales, and be proficient in AutoCAD. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits in a reputable and growing business.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits dependent on experience

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a degree in mechanical engineering or relevant experience.
• Background in bulk material handling and technical sales is required.
• Proficiency in design tools like AutoCAD is essential.

Responsibilities

• Combine technical consultative sales with business development.
• Work with engineering and sales teams to support customer needs.
• Prepare design proposals and deliver quotations.

Skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Strong communication skills

Proactive mindset

Flexibility to travel

Education

Degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience

Job description

Business Sales & Development Engineer

Competitive Salary + Benefits (Dependent upon experience)

West Yorkshire

Our Client

A leading international engineering group is seeking a Business Sales & Development Engineer to join its expanding material handling division. The company has a long-standing reputation for quality and innovation, supplying high-performance components across both agricultural and industrial sectors.

The Role

The role involves combining technical consultative sales with business development responsibilities, working closely with engineering and sales teams to drive growth across domestic and export markets. This includes supporting existing customers while identifying new opportunities, conducting site surveys, resolving technical issues, and providing training and support. You will also prepare design proposals using in-house engineering tools, deliver quotations, and collaborate with colleagues to ensure timely delivery and continuous improvement.

The position carries responsibility for developing strong relationships with OEMs, end users, and distributors, while also representing the business at industry events and supporting subsidiaries internationally. A strong focus on both commercial growth and technical problem‑solving is required, together with the ability to meet agreed sales targets across multiple sectors.

Qualifications

Candidates will bring a degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience, with a background in bulk material handling and hands‑on technical sales. Proficiency in design tools such as AutoCAD is important, along with strong communication skills, a proactive mindset, and the flexibility to travel across the UK and overseas.

To Apply

This is an excellent opportunity in a reputable and growing business. Interested candidates are invited to apply accordingly. All submissions will be reviewed, and suitable candidates will be contacted directly.

About Us

Newman Stewart is a boutique executive search firm, delivering high‑performing candidates to high‑profile and mission‑critical assignments. With a proven track record of success globally, we are the recruitment partner of choice to many blue‑chip, medium and small organisations, providing Executive Search, Management Selection and Psychometric Assessment Services to its clients.