On-Site Technical Sales Engineer — Cutting Tools

Key Recruitment Ltd.; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Key Recruitment Ltd. in Scotland is seeking a hands-on Technical Sales professional specialized in cutting tools. The role focuses on developing new business opportunities while supporting and growing existing customer accounts.

You will be on-site, providing technical expertise, advising on tooling selection and machining strategies, and conducting on-site trials to evaluate performance. The position requires a proactive, customer-focused approach with target-driven mindset.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in technical sales or machining/manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of cutting tools and metal machining processes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proactive, self-motivated approach to business development.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business opportunities within Scotland.
• Provide technical expertise and machining solutions on-site.
• Manage customer relationships within your territory.
• Identify opportunities to introduce cutting tool and machining solutions.
• Provide technical advice on tooling selection, machining strategies and productivity improvements.
• Conduct on-site trials and performance evaluations.
• Prepare quotations, proposals and technical reports.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure smooth order fulfilment and customer satisfaction.
• Achieve agreed sales and margin targets.

Skills

Technical sales experience

Cutting tools knowledge

Machining processes knowledge

Drawings interpretation

Communication skills

Business development

Job description

Key Recruitment Ltd. in Scotland is seeking a hands-on Technical Sales professional specialized in cutting tools. The role focuses on developing new business opportunities while supporting and growing existing customer accounts.

You will be on-site, providing technical expertise, advising on tooling selection and machining strategies, and conducting on-site trials to evaluate performance. The position requires a proactive, customer-focused approach with target-driven mindset.