Field Sales Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Malvern; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted distributor in the UK is seeking a Field Sales Engineer to manage and expand sales in Southern and Western England. The ideal candidate will have a background in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechanical Engineering, proven technical sales experience, and excellent communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £50,000, plus bonuses, with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Car allowance or company car

Company pension scheme

Life insurance

Health & wellbeing programme

Opportunities for continued professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a technical field sales role, ideally within the electro-mechanical or components sector.
• Strong understanding of electro-mechanical products and their applications across industries.
• Able to work independently, with a proactive and self-motivated approach.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Grow sales within the assigned region by managing existing accounts and identifying new opportunities.
• Build relationships with design engineers, procurement teams, and technical managers.
• Deliver tailored technical sales presentations.
• Meet and exceed defined sales targets.
• Collaborate with suppliers for customer-focused solutions.

Skills

Technical sales experience

Understanding of electro-mechanical products

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Education

Qualification in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Job description

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Territory: Southern and Western England (inclusive of all counties south and west of Staffordshire) & Wales

Our client is a trusted distributor and solutions provider of high-quality electro-mechanical components. With a long-standing reputation for engineering excellence and customer service, they work closely with global manufacturers and UK customers across a variety of sectors including industrial, defence, aerospace, and transportation. Their team is passionate about delivering tailored, reliable solutions to complex design and manufacturing challenges.

The Opportunity

My client is looking for a dynamic Field Sales Engineer to join their growing team. This role is responsible for managing and expanding a well-established territory covering Southern and Western England (south and west of Staffordshire) and Wales. The ideal candidate will be located along the M4 or M5 corridors to ensure efficient access to customers throughout the region.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically minded, commercially driven individual who enjoys autonomy, strategic thinking, and building long-term relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively grow sales within the assigned region by managing existing accounts and identifying new business opportunities.
• Build and nurture relationships with design engineers, procurement teams, and technical managers to support solution-based selling.
• Deliver tailored technical sales presentations that clearly articulate product features and benefits.
• Provide valuable market and customer feedback to help shape strategy and product development.
• Meet and exceed defined sales targets and performance metrics.
• Keep accurate customer and opportunity data in the CRM system, leveraging it for planning and reporting.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal colleagues to offer the best customer-focused solutions.
• Attend and contribute to regular Area Performance Reviews, sharing wins and addressing challenges.
• Spend at least one day per month at HQ for team engagement, updates, and ongoing training.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in a technical field sales role, ideally within the electro-mechanical or components sector.
• Strong understanding of electro-mechanical products and their applications across industries.
• Qualification in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechanical Engineering is essential.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Able to work independently, with a proactive and self-motivated approach.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable using CRM systems.
• Full UK driving licence

What My Client Offers

• Competitive base salary of up to £50,000, dependent on experience.
• Performance-based bonus scheme to reward success.
• Car allowance or company car.
• Company pension scheme to support your future.
• Life insurance for peace of mind.
• Health & wellbeing programme to support you both inside and outside of work.
• Opportunities for continued professional development and support from a dedicated, collaborative team.

This is an excellent job opportunity to join a developing and leading company. To apply for this Field Sales Engineer job pleased send your CV to or call Ricky on 01582 878810 or 07931 788834 for more information.