Solution Engineer (Pre-Sales)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working environment

International customer exposure

Structured training and development

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Orion Electrotech is seeking a Solution Engineer (Pre-Sales) to bridge between customers and the sales team, delivering demonstrations and technical guidance across the UK, Europe, and the Middle East.

The role emphasizes strong technical depth, clear communication, and travel within the UK and internationally. Hybrid working in the South East England region is offered, with structured training and career progression in a growing global business.

Qualifications

• Experience in Pre-Sales, Solutions Engineering or Technical Sales.
• Strong technical and analytical abilities with customer-facing skills.
• Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Solution Engineering

Pre-Sales

Customer communication

Travel willingness

Education

Electronic Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Systems Engineering

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft PowerPoint

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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