Techncial Sales Engineer

Nicholas Associates Group; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and manufacturing company in Sheffield is seeking an experienced Technical Sales Engineer. In this role, you will manage customer relationships and support technical projects, ensuring commercial success. The ideal candidate has a background in manufacturing, aerospace, or automotive industries, along with strong communication skills. This position offers a permanent contract with a dedicated approach to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a commercial, technical, or customer account management role within manufacturing, aerospace, or automotive sectors.
• Ability to understand and discuss technical information with customers and internal teams.
• Organised, detail-oriented, and confident managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and commercial support to customers, offering expert product and process knowledge.
• Manage existing customer accounts and build strong, proactive relationships.
• Participate in customer-specific technical and development projects.
• Prepare and issue quotations, manage enquiries and follow up.
• Process customer orders, maintaining accurate records.
• Collaborate with design, process, quality, and production teams.

Skills

Commercial account management

Technical sales experience

Strong communication skills

Relationship management

Project management

Customer service focus

Job description

• Job Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
• Job Type: Permanent
• Posted on: 13th Nov 2025
• Job Reference: JN -112025-63847_1763045251

Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:00am-4:30pm, Friday 8:00am-3:30pm

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Technical Sales Engineer to join a leading engineering and manufacturing business in Sheffield. This role would suit someone with a background in manufacturing, aerospace, or automotive industries and previous experience in a commercial or technical customer-facing position.

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing customer relationships, supporting technical projects, and ensuring commercial success across a varied client base.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical and commercial support to customers, offering expert product and process knowledge.
• Manage existing customer accounts and build strong, proactive relationships.
• Participate in customer-specific technical and development projects, supporting new product and process introductions.
• Prepare and issue quotations, manage the enquiry review process, and ensure timely follow-up.
• Process customer orders, maintaining accurate records across WIP, management spreadsheets, and quality systems.
• Collaborate closely with design, process, quality, and production teams.
• Coordinate internal and external meetings (virtual and in-person) to support customer discussions, project updates, and commercial reviews.
• Liaise with subcontractors and manage supplier processes to support operational needs.
• Maintain accurate CRM data and ensure all customer interactions are recorded.
• Support marketing activities, including attending exhibitions and industry events.
• Handle inbound calls from new and potential customers.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a commercial, technical, or customer account management role within manufacturing, aerospace, or automotive sectors.
• Strong communication and relationship management skills.
• Ability to understand and discuss technical information with customers and internal teams.
• Organised, detail-oriented, and confident managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• A proactive approach with a strong focus on customer service and commercial results.

Sounds good, how do I apply?

• Option 1: Click the apply button, don't worry if you don't have an up-to-date CV, we can discuss whatever you have to hand.
• Option 2: Find Morgan Veness on LinkedIn and drop me a message or connection request

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

For more information on this vacancy please contact uson 01143503542.