Sales Engineer Water Mist Systems

Thrive SW; Willenhall; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading fire protection company is seeking an experienced Sales Engineer for water mist systems based in Willenhall. This role involves managing the sales and proposal processes for complex fire protection projects. Candidates should have strong technical expertise in sprinkler or water mist systems, proven experience in preparing bids, and a solid understanding of industry regulations. The position offers a competitive salary, company vehicle, and additional benefits such as holidays and a medical scheme. Apply now for a chance to support this exciting new division.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Private Medical Scheme

Company Vehicle

Qualifications

• Strong technical experience in sprinkler or water mist system design, including reading construction drawings.
• Proven experience preparing technical quotations or bids.
• Good understanding of construction programmes, building regulations, and industry standards.
• Commercially aware with strong numerical ability.
• Previous experience in a sales or estimating role within the fire protection industry.
• Excellent organisational skills with ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office; experience with AutoCAD is desirable.
• Confident and personable, able to represent the business professionally.

Responsibilities

• Review and respond to incoming enquiries and update the CRM system.
• Prepare proposals in line with customer deadlines.
• Produce accurate quotations based on customer specifications and project documents.
• Liaise with Design Engineers and Project Managers for technical input.
• Assess financial and technical risks for each project.
• Build strong customer relationships to identify new opportunities.

Skills

Technical experience in sprinkler or water mist system design

Preparing technical quotations

Understanding of building regulations and industry standards

Strong numerical ability

Sales or estimating experience in fire protection

Organisational skills

High attention to detail

IT skills including Microsoft Office

Ability to work independently and in a team

Presentation skills

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Sales Engineer - Water Mist Systems

Nationwide Travel

60,000 - £62,000 + Company Vehicle

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays | Private Medical Scheme

Are you a Sales Engineer with experience in water mist systems looking for a new opportunity with a well-established company launching a new division?

We are currently working with a market-leading company that delivers complex fire protection and security solutions. They design, supply, install, test, and maintain a wide range of systems, including sprinklers, gas suppression, fire detection, and integrated security.

In this role, you will take the lead in managing the sales and proposal process for new water mist project enquiries allocated to you. You will assess project requirements, prepare accurate cost estimates, and collaborate with internal team members to deliver comprehensive proposals. You will have a strong understanding of sprinkler / water mist systems, coupled with excellent analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Review and respond to incoming enquiries, updating the CRM system accordingly.
• Review and develop technical specifications and prepare proposals in line with customer deadlines.
• Analyse customer specifications, drawings, BOQs and project documents to produce accurate quotations.
• Liaise with Design Engineers, Project Managers and senior leadership to gather technical input for bids.
• Assess financial and technical risks associated with each project.
• Produce and submit quotations to clients.
• Follow up on submitted quotations to gather feedback and update win / loss KPIs and lessons learned.
• Build strong customer relationships through email, phone and site visits to support satisfaction and identify new opportunities.

Skills & Qualifications

• Strong technical experience in sprinkler or water mist system design, including reading construction drawings and technical specifications (essential).
• Proven experience preparing technical quotations or bids (essential).
• Good understanding of construction programmes, building regulations, industry standards and legislation (essential).
• Commercially aware with strong numerical ability (essential).
• Previous experience in a sales or estimating role within the fire protection industry (essential).
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and manage changing priorities (essential).
• High attention to detail and accuracy (essential).
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office; experience with AutoCAD or AutoCAD viewer is desirable.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a close-knit team (essential).
• Confident, personable and able to represent the business professionally with clients (essential).
• Comfortable presenting proposals both in person and remotely (essential).
• Experience working with end users, insurers and main contractors (essential).

For further information on the role or company, please apply now or contact Rhymel Henderson for a confidential discussion.