Graduate Sales Engineer

Mars Recruitment; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company within the Laser & Optical sector seeks a Graduate Sales Engineer. Ideal for graduates in Engineering, Science, or Physics looking to apply technical knowledge in a commercial setting. Following a year of mentorship, candidates will transition to a full Sales Engineer role with growth opportunities.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Group Personal Pension

Private Medical Scheme (BUPA)

Permanent health insurance

Death-in-service benefit

Childcare Voucher Scheme

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Science, Physics, or Photonics.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage key account enquiries and orders.
• Monitor new sales enquiries from main customers and distributors.
• Create sales orders and manage CRM systems.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Education

Degree in Engineering or related technical field

Job description

Graduate Sales Engineer Didcot GBP35,000pa - GBP40,000pa plus benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a technically-minded graduate to join a world-class Laser & Optical Innovator as a Graduate Sales Engineer. This role is ideal for graduates in Engineering, Science, Physics, or Photonics who wish to apply their technical knowledge in a commercial environment.

You will work closely with the Business Development Director during the first year, supporting their global role and gaining valuable experience. After a year, the successful candidate will be promoted to a Sales Engineer role within one of the company's product divisions. Typical responsibilities include managing key account enquiries and orders, monitoring new sales enquiries from main customers and distributors, creating sales orders, managing CRM systems, and supporting the wider sales team.

Experience & Skills Required:

• Degree or equivalent in Engineering or a related technical field
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail
• Basic understanding of engineering processes
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team under high demand
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Strong social interaction skills
• Willingness to travel overseas when necessary

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 25 days holiday
• Group Personal Pension
• Private Medical Scheme (BUPA)
• Permanent health insurance and death-in-service benefit
• Childcare Voucher Scheme

If you are a graduate passionate about technology and interested in a commercial sales career, please send your CV to MARS Recruitment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-tech manufacturer.

MARS Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, colour, sex, marital status, national origin, religion, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. Candidates will be contacted within 3 working days; if you do not hear back, your application was not successful at this time.

MARS Recruitment specializes in Engineering & IT recruitment, partnering with companies across the UK, offering both temporary/contract and permanent roles.