DRM Technic Ltd is looking for an experienced Internal Technical Sales Engineer for an office-based role, managing customer enquiries from initial discussion through quotation and order handover. This role suits someone who enjoys combining customer contact and commercial responsibility with practical electrical and/or mechanical engineering knowledge.
What you will do
- Respond to technical sales enquiries by telephone and email.
- Understand each customer's technical, operational and commercial requirements.
- Interpret engineering drawings, specifications and bills of materials.
- Prepare clear and accurate quotations, including pricing, lead times, scope and commercial terms.
- Recommend suitable products, components or engineered solutions.
- Follow up quotations and maintain regular customer communication.
- Liaise with engineering, production, purchasing and suppliers to confirm feasibility, cost and delivery.
- Make occasional visits to customer sites and attend trade exhibitions as required.
- Ensure complete and accurate order handovers and maintain CRM or business-system records.
- Build strong customer relationships and identify repeat-business opportunities.
What we are looking for
- Experience in internal technical sales, sales engineering, estimating, applications engineering or a similar role.
- Practical electrical and/or mechanical engineering experience and sound technical knowledge.
- Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, including dimensions, tolerances and materials.
- Experience preparing technical quotations or estimates.
- Commercial awareness and the ability to balance technical suitability, cost, margin and customer expectations.
- Strong communication, organisation, numerical ability and attention to detail.
- Confidence with Microsoft Office and familiarity with CRM, ERP, MRP or quotation systems.
- Ability to carry out basic engineering calculations such as flow rates, heat losses, electrical power requirements and sizing calculations.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, machining, fabrication or technical components.
- A record of converting technical enquiries into profitable orders.
What we offer
- A varied role combining technical problem-solving with customer relationship development.
- Close collaboration with experienced engineering and commercial colleagues.
- Competitive salary and benefits, dependent on experience.
- Relevant training and development opportunities.
DRM Technic Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.