Hydraulic & Filtration Sales Engineer

FA-ST Filtration Analysis Services Technology Ltd; Chesterfield; Hybrid; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading filtration solutions provider in Chesterfield is looking for a Sales Engineer specializing in hydraulics and filtration. The ideal candidate will balance office work with site visits, providing technical support and creating tailored solutions for clients. A competitive salary of £44,000 per annum is offered, along with a company vehicle and tools for success. If you are technically grounded and commercially minded, this hybrid role could be your next career step.

Benefits

Company vehicle

28 days annual holiday

Standard Company Pension Scheme

Ongoing specialist training

Qualifications

• Solid technical background in hydraulics engineering and filtration systems.
• Proficient with MS Office applications (Word/Excel).
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical support and onsite diagnostics.
• Visit existing clients to optimize their systems.
• Prepare tailored quotations addressing specific client needs.
• Promote innovative services focusing on customer ROI.

Skills

Hydraulics engineering

Customer relationship management

Technical problem solving

Sales skills

Proficient in MS Office

Tools

Specialist tools

Mobile phone

Office desk

Job description

Overview

Sales Engineer: Hydraulics & Filtration

Location: Chesterfield, UK (Field-based with office presence)

Salary: £44,000 + Company Vehicle

Company: FA-ST Filtration Analysis Services Technology Ltd

At FA-ST, we don’t just sell products; we solve the complex maintenance challenges in oil, fuel and fluids that keep global industries running. For over 20 years, we’ve been leaders in oil and fuel filtration, helping clients across power generation, manufacturing, mining, data centres, automotive, rail and marine sectors to name a few to improve their reliability and sustainability. to an internal promotion, we are looking for a Sales Engineer who is as comfortable diagnosing a hydraulic system as they are closing a sale. This is a New unique "hybrid" role where you will act as a technical consultant for our clients, ensuring they have the right filtration solutions to protect their critical assets.

Why Join Us?

• The Best of Both Worlds: This is a perfect move for an experienced engineer looking to step into a commercial role, or a Sales Engineer who wants to keep some "hands-on" expertise.
• Variety & Autonomy: You’ll manage your own calendar, balancing office-based strategy with site visits across the UK.
• Stability & Growth: We are an established, specialist firm continually growing with a supportive culture that prioritizes long-term professional development.

Your Impact

• Technical Problem Solving: Collaborate with our Service Department to provide expert technical support and onsite diagnostics.
• Relationship Building: Act as the face of FA-ST, visiting existing clients to optimize their systems and identifying new partners who need our expertise.
• Solution Design: Prepare accurate, tailored quotations that solve specific client pain points.
• Brand Ambassador: Promote our innovative services—from laboratory analysis to on-site filtration—focusing on the tangible ROI for the customer.

Who You Are

• Technically Grounded: You have a solid background in hydraulics engineering. You understand the "how" and "why" behind filtration systems. Experience and or qualifications essential.
• Commercially Minded: You enjoy the "people" side of the business and have a knack for explaining complex technical concepts in a way that highlights their value.
• Self-Starter: You are proactive and comfortable managing your own workload and travel schedule.
• Equipped: You hold a full UK driving license and are proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel).
• Flexible: You’re happy to travel across the UK, including the occasional overnight stay to get the job done.

The Package

• Starting Salary: £44,000 per annum with additional overtime opportunities.
• Tools for Success: Company vehicle, mobile phone, office desk, and full sales backup support.
• Equipment: Specialist tools provided plus a dedicated tooling allowance.
• Time Off: 28 days annual holiday (inc. Bank Holidays), increasing with length of service.
• Future-Proofing: Standard Company Pension Scheme and ongoing specialist training.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to trade the standard workshop routine for a dynamic, customer-facing career, we want to hear from you. Apply today to join the FA-ST team.