Sales Engineer / Field Sales Account Manager

AWD online; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing engineering company is seeking a Sales Engineer / Field Sales Account Manager to drive B2B sales across various process industries. The candidate should have a background in engineering and B2B sales, with a strong understanding of process instrumentation. This role involves developing long-term client relationships and expanding the sales footprint. Benefits include a competitive salary, uncapped commission, company car, and extensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Company car

Fuel card

Health and Wellbeing Cash Plan

Free gym membership

Total holiday package of 31 days

Qualifications

• Proven experience of selling into process industries.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Familiarity with instrumentation or automation manufacturers.

Responsibilities

• Building and maintaining strong professional relationships with customers.
• Identifying new sales opportunities within the region.
• Promoting and selling engineering and calibration services.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Technical sales experience

B2B sales background

Education

Background in engineering

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations or equivalent

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Sales Engineer / Field Sales Account Manager

We have an exciting field-based opportunity for a Sales Engineer / Field Sales Account Manager to develop B2B sales across process industries, working closely with customers and internal technical teams to deliver tailored engineering and calibration solutions.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you:

Field Sales Executive, Technical Sales Consultant, Account Manager, Business Development Engineer

SALARY: up to £45,000 per annum (Basic Salary) / £65,000 OTE (Uncapped Commission) + Company Car + Fuel Car + Benefits (see below)

LOCATION: Field based covering the North West and surrounds

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Sales Engineer / Field Sales Account Manager to join a growing engineering sales function within a forward-thinking organisation operating across multiple UK regions. This role focuses on building long-term customer relationships while expanding regional sales performance.

As a Sales Engineer / Field Sales Account Manager you will work closely with process industry clients including aerospace, food and beverage, chemical, pharmaceutical, and oil and gas. You will deliver consultative, solution-led sales by combining technical knowledge with strong commercial awareness.

The Sales Engineer / Field Sales Account Manager role is field-based and requires regular travel to customer sites. You will collaborate with internal engineering and marketing teams to identify opportunities, support bids, and drive sustainable account growth.

APPLY TODAY

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DUTIES

Your duties as the Sales Engineer / Field Sales Account Manager include:

• Customer Engagement: Carrying out on-site visits to existing and prospective customers to build and maintain strong professional relationships
• Account Management: Managing and developing key customer accounts to maximise long-term revenue
• Business Development: Identifying new sales opportunities and expanding the regional customer base
• Sales Delivery: Promoting and selling engineering, instrumentation, and calibration services
• Opportunity Tracking: Recording and managing sales opportunities using internal CRM systems
• Project Support: Assisting with bids and supporting larger customer projects alongside internal teams
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Working closely with engineering, technical, and marketing colleagues
• Market Insight: Providing feedback on customer needs, competitor activity, and market trends

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

• A background in engineering with exposure to electrical engineering
• Previous experience in B2B field sales, account management, or technical sales
• A strong understanding of process instrumentation and calibration within production environments
• Proven experience of selling into process industries
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical solutions clearly
• Full UK driving licence

DESIRABLE

• Endress + Hauser product knowledge, Eurotherm product knowledge, automation products, or experience selling calibration or inspection services
• Experience selling calibration, inspection, or compliance-related services such as DSEAR
• Knowledge of control, automation, or instrumentation products
• Familiarity with recognised instrumentation or automation manufacturers
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations or equivalent technical qualification

BENEFITS

• A base salary of up to £45,000 (dependent on experience) with a comprehensive uncapped commission structure
• Fully funded car and tech
• Fuel card with no out of pocket business expenses
• Employee training with opportunities to grow and develop
• Company events because the company loves celebrating victories
• Modern open plan office. Think pool table and collaboration spaces
• Company pension package to secure your future
• Total holiday package of 31 days to fully rest and recharge
• Employer-sponsored office attire – elevate your professional look
• Health and Wellbeing Cash Plan and free gym membership near to HQ

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

JOB REF: AWDO-P14228