Sales Field Engineer - Cable Assemblies

Berkeley Resourcing Limted; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical manufacturing firm in the UK is looking for a proactive Field Sales Engineer to join its commercial team. This role involves driving new business and providing technical support to clients in the Midlands region. The ideal candidate will have 3-7 years of technical sales experience in cable assemblies or related components. A competitive salary of £35K-£45K is offered along with autonomy in managing customer relationships and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Field-based autonomy

Strong engineering support

Opportunity for career growth

Qualifications

• 3-7 years’ experience in technical sales within cable assemblies or interconnects.
• Familiarity with OEM environments, especially in aerospace or automotive.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a territory sales plan.
• Identify and secure new business across targeted markets.
• Provide technical support and collaborate with engineering teams.

Skills

Technical sales experience

Customer relationship management

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Job description

Location: Midlands - Field-based
Salary: £35K- £45K DOE + Benefits

Field Sales Engineer – Cable Assemblies

A well-established UK manufacturer of custom cable assemblies, wire harnesses, and interconnect solutions is seeking a proactive Field Sales Engineer to join its growing commercial team. The company supplies high-quality, engineered interconnect products to a wide range of OEM and industrial markets, including aerospace, defence, automotive, medical, industrial automation, and telecommunications.

Operating for several decades, the organisation is known for its technical capability, responsive customer service, and flexible in-house manufacturing, serving clients ranging from emerging technology firms to global engineering brands.

About the Role

As a Field Sales Engineer, you will be responsible for driving new business and supporting existing customers across the Midlands region. This is a customer-facing role that blends technical understanding with relationship-building, helping clients specify and develop cable assembly solutions tailored to their applications.

You will have autonomy in managing your territory, identifying opportunities, visiting customer sites, and collaborating with internal engineering teams to deliver high-quality interconnect solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Business Development

• Develop and execute a structured territory sales plan.
• Identify, qualify, and secure new business across targeted markets.
• Grow and maintain existing accounts through regular visits and strong technical engagement.

Technical & Application Support

• Interpret customer requirements and translate them into viable cable assembly solutions.
• Advise on connector selection, harness configurations, shielding, materials, and manufacturing considerations.
• Liaise with in-house engineers on prototypes, design validation, and production readiness.
• Provide troubleshooting and post-sales technical support where needed.

Market Awareness

• Track industry trends, competitor activity, and new technologies.
• Capture customer feedback and relay insights to support product development.
• Represent the company at trade shows, technical seminars, and industry events.

Skills & Experience

Preferred Background

• 3–7 years’ experience in technical sales within cable assemblies, interconnects, wire harnesses, or related engineered components.
• Experience selling into OEM environments—ideally aerospace, defence, automotive, medical, or telecoms.
• Strong understanding of cable assembly design, connectors, materials, and manufacturing processes.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to interpret drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Self‑motivated, organised, and comfortable working independently.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary (£35k–£45k DOE)
• Field-based autonomy with strong engineering and commercial support
• Opportunity to influence technical solutions and develop long‑term customer relationships
• A role within a stable, respected manufacturer with an ambitious growth strategy