External Sales Engineer

On Target Recruitment Ltd; Walton Cardiff, Bristol, Exeter, Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in valve automation solutions is seeking an External Sales Engineer. This role involves promoting electric actuators, managing client relationships primarily in the water utilities sector, and providing technical support. The ideal candidate will have a strong B2B sales background, particularly in relevant industries, and must possess excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Private Health Care

Pension

Annual Leave

Company Car

Qualifications

• Proven track record in B2B sales, ideally in water utilities, power generation, or valve sectors.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Experience in account development and strategic sales planning.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of sales activity across Wales and the South West.
• Strengthen existing customer relationships and identify new business.
• Prepare and deliver technical proposals tailored to each application.

Skills

B2B Sales

Communication

Stakeholder Engagement

Technical Advice

Education

Background in Electrical or Control Engineering

Job description

• Location: Cardiff, Bristol, Exeter, Plymouth, England
• Type: Permanent

External Sales Engineer

The Job

The Company:
This organisation is a global leader in valve automation solutions, supplying electric actuators and control systems to critical sectors including water utilities and power generation.

With a strong footprint across the UK and international markets, the company supports long-term infrastructure projects for clients.



Benefits of the External Sales Engineer

£40,000 - £45,000



£46,000 - £52,000 OTE



Private Health Care



Pension



Annual Leave



Company Car





The Role of the External Sales Engineer

Take ownership of sales activity across Wales and the South West, promoting cutting-edge electric actuators and automated valve systems



Strengthen existing customer relationships and identify new business within water utilities and related sectors



Use a consultative approach to identify client needs and demonstrate how valve automation products can improve performance and reliability



Work closely with engineers and consultants to support specification and integration of electric actuators into new and retrofit projects



Leverage the installed base to uncover opportunities for additional equipment or support packages



Stay current with industry advancements and product updates to provide accurate, informed recommendations



Prepare and deliver technical proposals tailored to each application involving valve control systems



Use CRM software to track opportunities, manage accounts, and provide visibility into your territory’s activity



Participate in wider UK and international sales efforts as needed to support broader project delivery



Willingness to travel across the region with overnight stays where required.





The Ideal Person for the External Sales Engineer

Proven track record in B2B sales, ideally in water utilities, power generation, or valve sectors



Background in electrical or control engineering is highly desirable



Full UK driving licence is essential



Independent, self-driven and confident in a remote role



Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills



Ability to deliver presentations and technical advice to a wide audience



Experience in account development and strategic sales planning





If you think the role of External Sales Engineer is for you, apply now!

Consultant: Joshua Cumming
Email: [e-mail]
Tel no.: 0208 397 4114

Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK.



About On Target

At On Target, we specialise in sales, technical and commercial jobs in the Engineering, Construction, Building Services, Medical & Scientific, and Commercial & Industrial Solutions sectors, enabling our consultants to become experts in their market sector.

We place all levels of personnel, up to Director across the UK and internationally.

• Start: ASAP
• Duration: Full-Time
• Location: Cardiff, Bristol, Exeter, Plymouth, England

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