Sales Engineer - Drives & Motion Product Specialist

ZipRecruiter; Northampton; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established distributor in the industrial automation sector is seeking two experienced Product Sales Specialists in Drives and Motion. This role focuses on building technical solutions for customers, requiring strong knowledge of Variable Speed Drives and Motion Control, along with a proactive sales approach. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

£14,000 bonus based on team and regional targets

Strong benefits package including healthcare and pension

Enhanced holidays and learning support

People-first, planet-conscious culture

Opportunities for growth and development

Qualifications

• Experience in technical or engineering field sales.
• Strong knowledge of Variable Speed Drives and Motion Control systems.
• Excellent communication skills to translate technical benefits into business outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Growing the Drives & Motion business in your region.
• Supporting account managers with technical expertise.
• Identifying and developing new business in manufacturing and engineering sectors.

Skills

Field sales experience

Knowledge of VSDs

Knowledge of Motion Control systems

Excellent communication skills

Proactive consultative approach

Education

Technical qualification in electrical engineering (HNC/HND or similar)

Job description

Job Description

We're working with a well-established and respected distributor in the industrial automation and controls space. They are growing, backed by a major global group, and investing in the future. They are now seeking two experienced Product Sales Specialists in Drives and Motion, one for the South West and another for the South East.

This role focuses on building technical solutions for customers, not just pushing products. If you have solid experience in Variable Speed Drives and Motion Control, and are comfortable with field-based technical sales, this could be a great opportunity.

What You'll Be Doing

1. Growing the Drives & Motion business in your region
2. Supporting account managers and the sales team with technical expertise
3. Identifying and developing new business in manufacturing and engineering sectors
4. Leading technical sales strategies within key accounts
5. Delivering training, advice, and joint customer visits with sales colleagues
6. Keeping up with product development to maintain your technical edge

What You'll Need

• Field sales experience in technical or engineering sectors
• Strong knowledge of VSDs (Variable Speed Drives) and Motion Control systems
• A technical qualification in electrical engineering (HNC/HND or similar)
• Excellent communication skills, able to translate technical benefits into business outcomes
• A proactive, consultative approach focused on adding value

What's In It For You

• £52,000 – £56,000 basic salary
• £14,000 bonus based on team and regional targets
• Strong benefits package including healthcare, pension, free shares, enhanced holidays, learning support, and more
• A people-first, planet-conscious culture backed by a major international group
• Opportunities to grow, develop, and make your mark in a key technical area

If you're in the South West or South East of the Midlands and want to take ownership of a specialist technical sales role in a growing business, let's talk.

About Us

At Thomas Lee Recruitment, we connect engineers and technical salespeople with leading companies in the engineering sector. We offer a personalised, professional, and transparent recruitment service, focusing on understanding both client and candidate needs to ensure the best match.

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