Sales Engineer

Altera Recruitment Group Ltd; Taunton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company is looking for a Sales Engineer in Taunton to drive sales growth within the agriculture and food production sectors. Responsibilities include managing the full sales cycle, developing new business strategies, and maintaining client relationships. A degree in Engineering is preferred. The role offers a salary between £30,000-£40,000, commission plan, private medical, and 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Benefits

Commission Plan

Private Medical

25 days holiday + bank

Continuous development support

Free lunches in the office

Qualifications

• Strong grasp of technical information required.
• Comfortable working with farmers and biogas plant operators.
• Ability to work independently and meet targets.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales growth within farming and food production.
• Manage the full sales cycle.
• Develop and implement new business strategies.
• Maintain relationships with existing clients.
• Create and manage proposal documents.
• Deliver tailored presentations.
• Update CRM records.
• Support development of sales channels.

Skills

Technical information grasp

Collaborative mindset

Self-motivated

Hands-on attitude

Education

Degree in Engineering

Job description

Overview

Sales Engineer. An innovative renewable energy business based in the South West is expanding its UK sales team. The company specialises in compact systems designed to convert organic waste into renewable energy. With applications across agriculture, food production, and humanitarian sectors, the organisation delivers sustainable solutions both in the UK and internationally. The team is small, passionate, and highly professional, committed to delivering high-quality, impactful projects.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales growth within the farming and food production industries.
• Manage the full sales cycle – from lead generation and closing deals to post-sale support and payment follow-up.
• Develop and implement strategies to identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Support in setting targets and refining sales approaches alongside the Head of Sales.
• Maintain relationships with existing clients to promote repeat business.
• Create and manage proposal documents and sales presentation materials.
• Deliver engaging presentations tailored to a variety of audiences.
• Regularly update CRM records and contribute to monthly sales reporting.
• Support the development of UK-based sales channels, with potential for global involvement in markets such as the US and Asia.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• A strong grasp of technical information and a collaborative mindset – full training will be provided.
• Ideally, a degree in Engineering.
• A hands-on attitude, comfortable working directly with farmers and biogas plant operators.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and meet targets.

What This Is Offering

• A salary between £30,000-£40,000, depending on experience.
• Commission Plan.
• Private Medical.
• 25 days holiday + bank.
• Continuous development support.
• Free lunches in the office.

You'll be part of a mission-driven company at the forefront of sustainable energy innovation. With real opportunities for growth and development within a supportive team, this is an excellent chance to build a career in the renewables sector and make a tangible impact.