Internal Sales Engineer

Industrial Connected Talent; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Car allowance

25 days holiday

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Training programme

Free parking

Wellbeing programme

Job summary

Industrial Connected Talent is seeking an Applications Engineer / Internal Sales Engineer for a leading industrial automation firm. This role supports the sales team with quotations and solution development for automation systems.

The ideal candidate has a background in electrical or automation engineering and experience in applications engineering, with a strong understanding of systems integration. This position offers competitive salary and benefits including flexible working and a bonus

Qualifications

• Electrical, electronic or automation engineering background.
• Experience in applications engineering or technical sales.
• Knowledge of systems integration.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quotations, costings, and technical specifications.
• Configure automation and control solutions.
• Act as technical interface between sales and engineering teams.

Skills

Technical writing

Proposal preparation

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Mechatronic Engineering

Tools

PLC

SCADA/HMI

Variable speed drives

Job description

Applications Engineer / Internal Sales Engineer

Location: UK-based
Working Pattern: Flexible working available
Sector: Industrial Automation / Systems Integration

Benefits for Applications Engineer / Internal Sales Engineer

• Competitive salary
• Bonus scheme
• Car allowance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible working
• Personal development and training programme
• Free parking and EV charging points
• Social and wellbeing programme
• Bike to Work scheme

Introduction for Applications Engineer / Internal Sales Engineer

Industrial Connected Talent is supporting a leading industrial automation and systems integration business in the search for an Applications Engineer / Internal Sales Engineer.

This is a technically focused commercial role supporting the sales team with quotations, costings and solution development for automation, control and drive systems. The successful candidate will act as the link between sales and engineering, translating customer requirements into clear, technically robust proposals.

Responsibilities for Applications Engineer / Internal Sales Engineer

As Applications Engineer / Internal Sales Engineer, you will review customer specifications, configure suitable technical solutions and prepare detailed quotations and proposals. You will work closely with sales, engineering, suppliers and customers to ensure solutions are technically viable and commercially competitive.

• Prepare quotations, costings, technical specifications and proposals
• Configure automation and control solutions from customer requirements
• Estimate engineering resources, equipment and project requirements
• Produce system topologies and supporting technical documentation
• Act as the technical interface between sales and engineering teams
• Attend customer surveys, tender meetings and site visits where required
• Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and internal teams

Requirements for Applications Engineer / Internal Sales Engineer

The ideal candidate will have an electrical, electronic, mechatronic or automation engineering background with a good understanding of systems integration. Previous experience in applications engineering, estimating, technical sales or controls engineering would be highly relevant.

• Degree or equivalent in Electrical, Electronic, Mechatronic Engineering or similar
• Understanding of industrial automation and systems integration
• Knowledge of PLCs, SCADA/HMI, variable speed drives or control systems
• Strong technical writing and proposal preparation skillsCommercial awareness with the ability to understand project costs and scopeStrong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word and VisioExcellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skillsWillingness to travel within the UK and occasionally overseas

  Desirable Experience for Applications Engineer / Internal Sales Engineer

  • AC, DC or Servo drives and motor sizing
  • PLC, SCADA or HMI systems
  • MES/MIS networks and fieldbus protocols
  • Robotics and machinery safety systems
  • Mechanical drives
  • Industry 4.0 technologies
  • Previous experience within an automation systems integrator

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