Sales Engineer

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions; Tiverton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Tiverton is seeking a Technical Sales / Applications Engineer. This role combines engineering expertise and customer interaction, requiring strong CAD skills and a mechanical engineering background. The successful candidate will assist with providing technical solutions and support to clients, preparing project proposals, and collaborating with production teams. Offering a competitive salary of up to £34,000 and extensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Full training on internal systems

Stable office-based position

Qualifications

• Understanding customer technical needs and providing solutions.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software like SolidWorks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with customers to recommend product solutions.
• Provide technical support through various communication tools.
• Prepare costings, quotations, and technical drawings.

Skills

Strong CAD skills

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Education

HNC or higher in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

ERP/CRM systems

Job description

Job Title: Technical Sales / Applications Engineer
Location: Tiverton, Devon
Salary: Up to £34,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent, Office-based
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week (typically 8:30am 5:00pm)

Are you a technically minded engineer with a passion for solving problems and supporting customers?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Technical Sales / Applications Engineer to join a well-established engineering team in Tiverton. This role is ideal for someone with a mechanical engineering background, strong CAD skills, and a desire to combine technical knowledge with customer interaction.

The Role

As a Technical Sales / Applications Engineer, you will:

• Work directly with customers to understand their technical needs and recommend suitable product solutions.
• Provide technical support and guidance through phone, email, and video conferencing tools like Teams or Zoom.
• Prepare costings, quotations, and technical drawings to support project proposals.
• Design mechanical assemblies including linear systems, gantries, and aluminium frameworks using SolidWorks (or similar 3D CAD software).
• Collaborate with production teams to ensure smooth order processing and accurate documentation.
• Handle multiple enquiries simultaneously, managing your time and priorities effectively.

What We re Looking For

• Qualifications: Ideally HNC or higher in Mechanical Engineering, but strong CAD skills and relevant experience will be considered.
• Software Skills: Proficient in SolidWorks (or similar 3D CAD), Microsoft Office, and confident using ERP/CRM systems (e.g., Syspro and Sugar CRM training provided).
• Communication: Excellent telephone manner, email communication skills, and confidence in video calls.
• Organisation: Strong time management skills and ability to adapt to shifting priorities.

Who Might This Suit?

• A recent mechanical engineering graduate or higher-level apprentice.
• A time-served engineer looking to move into a more customer-facing, technical sales role.
• Someone with a mechanical design background who enjoys problem-solving and working closely with clients.

What s On Offer

• A competitive salary up to £34,000 (depending on experience).
• Full training on internal systems and product range.
• A stable, office-based position with regular hours and occasional flexibility.

Assessment Process:

• Face-to-face interview
• Mechanical reasoning and basic CAD skills test

If you would like to apply then please email your CV to (url removed) or call Jade on (phone number removed)

Closing date is 08.10.2025 Please note this could change subject to suitable applications