Junior Sales Engineer

Assystem; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Assystem is seeking a Junior Sales Engineer in Derby. You will drive growth by identifying opportunities, developing partnerships, and bridging technical teams with clients. You will represent the business on client sites and collaborate with partners to ensure successful delivery.

The role emphasizes building strategic relationships, driving revenue growth, and communicating complex engineering concepts to non-technical stakeholders. A proactive, independent work style is valued.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Engineering or related field.
• Proven experience in business development, sales, or project management in engineering.
• Strong technical understanding of engineering principles and processes.
• Awareness of project management methodologies.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strategic mindset with growth capability.
• Proven track record of revenue growth.
• Experience using CRM software and project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a business development strategy to grow revenue.
• Build and manage relationships with key stakeholders and clients.
• Identify engineering projects and define scopes with PMs and technical teams.
• Provide strategic guidance across the project lifecycle and ensure client satisfaction.
• Prepare monthly client-facing reports and discuss opportunities and issues.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation

Strategic thinking

CRM software

Stakeholder management

Independent work

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

CRM Software

Project management tools

Job description

Today, Assystem is among the top three independent nuclear engineering firms worldwide. With over 60 years of experience in highly regulated sectors, the group supports public and industrial stakeholders in the execution of complex and strategic infrastructure projects, subject to high safety and security requirements.

Assystem mobilizes 8,000 experts in 13 countries and intervenes across the entire project lifecycle, in engineering, project management and digital solutions.

Today, Assystem is among the top three independent nuclear engineering firms worldwide. With over 60 years of experience in highly regulated sectors, the group supports public and industrial stakeholders in the execution of complex and strategic infrastructure projects, subject to high safety and security requirements.

Assystem mobilizes 8,000 experts in 13 countries and intervenes across the entire project lifecycle, in engineering, project management and digital solutions.

Job Description

Junior Sales Engineer

Location: Derby

We are seeking a talented and driven Junior Sales Engineer with a strong background in the engineering field. As a Junior Sales Engineer, your primary focus will be on developing strategic partnerships within an engineering enterprise, identifying growth opportunities, and driving business expansion within the engineering sector.

You will serve as a key integrator, bridging the gap between technical teams, clients, and stakeholders to ensure seamless collaboration and successful project execution. Your deep understanding of engineering principles, combined with your business acumen, will be essential in driving revenue growth and establishing our organisation as a leader in the engineering industry.

As a Junior Sales Engineer (Engineering), you will play a crucial role in driving business growth, establishing strategic partnerships, and positioning our organisation as a leader in the engineering field. If you have a passion for engineering, combined with strong business acumen and exceptional relationship-building skills, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to shape the future.

Your Missions

Business Development Strategy

• Working with key customers to identify emerging trends, client needs, and growth opportunities within the engineering field.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive business development strategy to drive revenue growth, expand share, and establish a competitive edge.
• Identify potential strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and collaboration opportunities to enhance our engineering capabilities and market presence.

Relationship Building

• Cultivate and nurture relationships with key stakeholders to foster collaboration and drive business growth.
• Collaborate with technical teams and subject matter experts to develop tailored solutions that meet client needs and provide a competitive advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with clients.
• Working collaboratively with partner organisations to ensure effective programme delivery.
• Represent the business on client site on a frequent basis (3 Days / Week).

Project Identification and Management

• Identify and evaluate potential engineering projects, both within existing client relationships and through new business development efforts.
• Collaborate with project managers and technical teams to define project scopes, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Provide strategic guidance throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring successful execution, client satisfaction, and achievement of business objectives.

Performance Measurement and Reporting

• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness and success of business development efforts within the engineering sector.
• Analyse trends, competitor activities, and client feedback to identify areas for improvement and implement strategies to enhance business performance.
• Prepare regular reports and presentations for senior management, highlighting key insights, accomplishments, and recommendations for future growth.
• Prepare and present in a monthly client‑facing B2B to discuss positive delivery, issues, concerns, new opportunities etc.

Why join the community of Switchers?

Assystem has over 55 years of experience in nuclear engineering. We are among the top 3 largest nuclear engineering companies.

Collaborative Environment: Join a dynamic team of experts who are passionate about driving progress and supporting each other's growth.

Access to an employee assistance programme with free mindfulness, health, wellbeing resources and a confidential support line available 24/7 via phone or text.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in engineering or a related field preferred.
• Proven experience in business development, sales, or project management within the engineering industry.
• Good technical understanding of engineering principles and processes.
• Good awareness of project management methodologies.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to identify and capitalize on emerging opportunities within the engineering sector.
• Proven track record of successfully driving revenue growth and achieving business targets.
• Experienced in using CRM software, project management tools, and other relevant business development technologies.
• Self‑motivated, proactive, and able to work independently as well as collaboratively. Experience managing a wide portfolio of stakeholders in varied engineering disciplines preferable.

Additional Information

Please be aware that many roles at Assystem are subject to both security and export control restrictions.

• These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation.
• All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

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We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.