Specification Sales Engineer

Verto People; Remote; GBP 64,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A global power distribution manufacturer in the United Kingdom is seeking a Specification Sales Engineer to enhance its presence in the commercial building sector. This role will involve developing critical relationships with M&E consultants and driving specification-led sales for low to medium voltage switchgear solutions. The ideal candidate should have a strong technical background, proven sales experience, and the ability to work autonomously. The position offers significant travel across the UK, with required visits to London twice a week.

Benefits

£70,000 basic salary

30% bonus

Company car or car allowance

Qualifications

• Experience as a Specification Sales Engineer or similar role.
• Proven track record in the commercial buildings sector.
• Ability to manage relationships with contractors and consultants.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure project specifications with M&E consultants.
• Drive specification-led sales for low/medium voltage solutions.
• Manage a pipeline of commercial projects effectively.
• Represent the business at meetings and technical sessions.

Skills

Specification sales experience

Technical knowledge in low/medium voltage switchgear

Relationship building with M&E consultants

Pipeline management using CRM tools

Effective communication with project stakeholders

Job description

Specification Sales Engineer / Electrical Sales Engineer / Consultant Sales Engineer required to join a global power distribution manufacturer supporting major commercial and public-sector building projects across the UK. The successful Specification Sales Engineer will be responsible for developing relationships with M&E consultants, influencing specifications, and promoting low to medium voltage switchgear and switchboard solutions across the commercial building sector. This is a high-impact, field-based role with significant autonomy and direct involvement in major specification opportunities. You'll have a strong technical background in power distribution equipment, experience working with consultants and contractors, and the ability to confidently specify into large-scale building projects.

Package

• £70,000 basic salary
• 30% bonus
• Company car or car allowance
• Remote / field-based (UK-wide, with travel to London 2 days per week)

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, influence, and secure project specifications with M&E consultants and design engineers
• Drive specification-led sales for low/medium voltage switchgear and switchboards
• Develop and manage a strong pipeline of commercial building projects using CRM tools
• Collaborate with internal project teams, engineering, and sales support for successful delivery
• Attend consultant meetings, events, and technical sessions to represent the business

Requirements

• Experience as a Specification Sales Engineer / Electrical Sales Engineer / Consultant Sales or Technical Sales Engineer
• Background in low or medium voltage switchgear or switchboards (essential)
• Proven track record of influencing specifications in the commercial buildings sector
• Comfortable working closely with consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders
• Must be willing to travel to London 2 days per week as a core part of the role