Sales Engineer

Kasmir Associates; Swinton; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK seeks a skilled Sales Engineer to cover regions including Greater Manchester and Liverpool. The role involves account management and new business development in the motor and pump repair sector. Candidates should have technical sales experience, strong communication skills, and a proven track record in managing industrial accounts. A competitive salary of £46K to £56K, along with quarterly bonuses, is offered.

Benefits

Quarterly bonuses

Car allowance

Autonomy to grow territory

Qualifications

• Experience in technical sales, ideally within rotating equipment repair, pump repair, or MRO sectors.
• Ability to manage and grow large industrial accounts.
• Strong communication skills to build long-term client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of industrial accounts.
• Identify and win new business across sectors including manufacturing and pharmaceuticals.
• Develop strong relationships with motor repair customers and paper mills.

Skills

Technical sales experience

Account management

Communication skills

Proactive approach

Familiarity with manufacturing sectors

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Overview

Sales Engineer - MRO / Motor & Pump Repair

The Opportunity: We are looking for a skilled and motivated Sales Engineer to join our growing client in Manchester. You'll be covering a high-potential region including Greater Manchester, Liverpool, Cumbria, with the backing of two internal sales support staff based in Manchester. This role blends account management (70%) with new business development (30%). You'll inherit a range of accounts (with expected revenue of around £1M per year) while actively hunting for new opportunities in motor and pump repair, MRO services, and predictive maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of industrial accounts, ensuring excellent service and revenue growth.
• Identify and win new business across sectors including paper mills, manufacturing, food production, chemical, baking, and pharmaceutical.
• Develop strong relationships with motor repair customers, paper companies, and paper mills, offering mechanical, electrical, electronic, and predictive maintenance solutions.
• Use CRM systems to manage pipelines, activities, and client data effectively.
• Be on the road visiting client sites — particularly after Monday morning planning/admin.
• Entertain and engage clients to grow internal business and cross-sell new products/services.
• Hit quarterly targets to earn commission from new products and services (motors, pumps, etc.).

Qualifications

• Experience in technical sales, ideally within rotating equipment repair, pump repair, or MRO sectors.
• Ability to manage and grow large industrial accounts.
• A hunter mentality - confident cross-seller who can spot opportunities and win new business.
• Familiarity with key customer industries: manufacturing, chemical, pharma, food, and paper.
• Self-motivated, field-based mindset - proactive and comfortable on the road.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build long-term client relationships.
• Experience using a CRM system for managing activities and forecasting.
• Full UK driving licence.

What’s on Offer

• £46K - £56K base salary depending on experience
• Quarterly bonuses - up to £15K/year
• Co car or car allowance
• Autonomy and support to grow a high-potential territory