Sales Engineer

Visum Recruitment; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Application Engineer to provide expert technical support and manage customer relationships in Chesterfield. The role includes identifying client needs, offering tailored solutions, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should possess strong technical knowledge related to materials handling and automation, along with relevant qualifications. This full-time, permanent position comes with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Up to £43,000 salary

23 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company contributory pension scheme

Life insurance (3x salary)

Company sick pay scheme

Qualifications

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of industry regulations and performance standards.
• Experience with CRM systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with customers.
• Identify customer needs and recommend solutions.
• Provide technical support and manage the Test/Demo area.

Skills

Technical knowledge in automation and materials handling

Analytical thinking

Sales and marketing experience

Education

Relevant technical diploma or equivalent qualification

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Visum Recruitment has the pleasure of representing our client, an innovative manufacturer within the automation and materials-handling sector, who are seeking an Application Engineer to join their team in Chesterfield on a full-time, permanent basis.

The role of the Application Engineer is to provide expert technical support to both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring a seamless customer experience from initial enquiry through to final implementation.

Application Engineer Job Overview

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers and support external sales in new markets.
• Identify customer needs and recommend tailored technical solutions.
• Provide technical expertise throughout the sales cycle and deliver on-site support.
• Manage the Test/Demo area, prepare trials, and assist with industry exhibitions.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on drawings, documentation, and project support.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and prepare accurate quotations.
• Maintain CRM records and deliver technical training to colleagues and customers.
• Handle customer queries on technical issues, pricing, and delivery.
• Occasional UK and international travel may be required.

Application Engineer Requirements

• Strong technical knowledge ideally relating to materials handling, automation, or vacuum technology.
• Understanding of industry regulations, performance standards, and best-practice processes.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with strong analytical thinking.
• Sales and marketing experience to support business development activities.
• Relevant technical diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Experience with CRM systems (Salesforce desirable).

Application Engineer Salary & Benefits

• Up to £43,000 (depending on experience)
• 23 days annual leave per year plus statutory bank holidays.
• Company contributory pension scheme.
• Life insurance (3x salary).
• Company sick pay scheme