Solution Engineer (Pre-Sales)

Orion Electrotech Ltd; Knaphill; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

International exposure

Structured training & development

Job summary

Orion Electrotech Ltd in the UK is seeking a Solution Engineer (Pre-Sales) to bridge technical and sales teams, delivering demonstrations and shaping customer solutions.

You will develop deep product knowledge and support customers across UK, Europe and Middle East, with hybrid working in the South East and occasional travel.

The role suits experienced professionals or ambitious graduates with strong communication, technical and analytical skills, and a proactive customer-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Willingness to travel occasionally within the UK and internationally.
• Proactive, customer-focused approach.
• Ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong desire to learn and develop commercially.

Responsibilities

• Deliver product demonstrations, technical presentations and customer briefings.
• Understand customer requirements and recommend suitable solutions.
• Provide technical support and guidance throughout the sales cycle.
• Support customer onboarding and product training activities.
• Visit customer sites to investigate technical issues and provide recommendations.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure successful delivery of solutions.
• Represent the business at exhibitions, trade shows and industry events.

Skills

Technical skills

Analytical skills

Communication abilities

Presentation abilities

Customer-focused

Learning mindset

Education

Electronic Engineering degree

Electrical Engineering degree

Systems Engineering degree

Mechatronics degree

Job description

Solution Engineer (Pre-Sales)

South East England Hybrid Working
Competitive Salary Benefits

Are you a technically minded, customer-focused professional with experience in Pre-Sales, Solutions Engineering or Technical Sales?

We're looking for a Solution Engineer to join a growing international business, supporting customers across the UK, Europe and the Middle East. This is an exciting opportunity to combine technical expertise with customer engagement, helping deliver innovative solutions and supporting business growth.

The Role

As a Solution Engineer, you'll act as the technical bridge between customers and the sales team, helping to understand customer requirements, demonstrate solutions, and provide expert technical guidance throughout the sales process.

Responsibilities

• Deliver product demonstrations, technical presentations and customer briefings.
• Understand customer requirements and recommend suitable solutions.
• Provide technical support and guidance throughout the sales cycle.
• Support customer onboarding and product training activities.
• Visit customer sites to investigate technical issues and provide recommendations.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure successful delivery of solutions.
• Represent the business at exhibitions, trade shows and industry events.

About You

We are interested in speaking with both experienced professionals and ambitious early-career engineers.

You may currently be working as a:

• Solution Engineer
• Pre-Sales Engineer
• Sales Engineer
• Technical Consultant
• Solutions Consultant
• Applications Engineer

Alternatively, we would also welcome applications from graduates or junior engineers with qualifications in:

• Electronic Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Systems Engineering
• Mechatronics
• Other related engineering disciplines

We believe a strong technical foundation is key to success in this role. While previous commercial, sales or customer-facing experience would be advantageous, these skills can be developed through training, mentoring and hands-on experience.

To be successful, you'll ideally have:

• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• A passion for learning and solving customer problems.
• The ability to explain technical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• A proactive and customer-focused approach.
• Willingness to travel occasionally within the UK and internationally.

Desirable Experience

• Experience within a Solution Engineering, Pre-Sales or Technical Sales environment.
• Fire safety, life safety or security systems knowledge.
• Supporting international customers.
• Additional language skills.

What's On Offer?

• Hybrid working environment.
• International customer exposure.
• Structured training and development.
• Opportunity to progress within a growing global business.
• Varied and engaging technical work.
• Supportive and collaborative team culture.

Whether you're an experienced Solution Engineer or an engineering graduate looking to develop a commercial career, this is an excellent opportunity to join an innovative business where technical expertise is valued and career progression is encouraged.

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