Technical Sales Engineer

Automation Experts Ltd; Chilton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading innovator in technology in the UK is seeking a Technical Sales Engineer to join their expanding sales team. You will manage the full sales cycle, from qualifying leads to closing deals, and collaborate closely with engineering and marketing teams. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in technical sales, excellent communication skills, and a background in engineering, business, or marketing.

Benefits

Pension

Health Insurance

Clear Progression Path

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in technical sales, lead generation, or customer service.
• Strong relationship-building skills combined with a natural commercial mindset.
• Knowledge of manufacturing, industrial automation, or machine vision technologies is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage inbound and marketing-generated sales leads.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities proactively.
• Support creation of technical proposals and deliver tailored product demonstrations.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships across diverse sectors.

Skills

Technical sales experience

Lead generation

Customer service

Excellent communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Commercial mindset

Education

Degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing or related field

Tools

CRM platforms

Sales outreach tools

Job description

Join a leading innovator in advanced sensing and motion analytics technologies. This forward‑looking company delivers solutions that turn complex data into actionable insights for clients across industries such as healthcare, sports science, infrastructure, and entertainment. They are now expanding their sales team and looking for a driven Technical Sales Engineer to support the full sales cycle and help grow their global customer base.

Technical Sales Engineer - Smart Sensing & Motion

£40-45k + Pension, Health Insurance, Commission
Clear Progression Path
Oxfordshire
Ref: 24729

As a Technical Sales Engineer, you'll be at the heart of the sales process — from qualifying leads to closing deals. You'll collaborate with both the engineering and marketing teams to deliver intelligent solutions for a global client base.

Technical Sales Engineer - The Role

• Manage inbound and marketing‑generated sales leads
• Identify and develop new business opportunities proactively
• Support creation of technical proposals and deliver tailored product demonstrations
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships across diverse sectors
• Collaborate closely with engineering to align solutions with client needs
• Contribute to sales strategies, campaigns, and collateral development
• Represent the company at trade shows and industry events
• Help achieve quarterly and annual sales targets

Technical Sales Engineer - The Person

• 3+ years' experience in technical sales, lead generation, or customer service within a high‑tech environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, or related field (2:1 or above preferred)
• Strong relationship‑building skills combined with a natural commercial mindset
• Familiarity with CRM platforms and sales outreach tools
• Driven, detail-oriented, and goal‑focused with a logical, consultative sales approach
• Knowledge of manufacturing, industrial automation, or machine vision technologies is a strong advantage

Apply Today!

• Be part of an innovative, fast‑growing business with global impact
• Work in a collaborative environment that values continuous learning
• Benefit from a clear career progression path in a stable company
• Engage in projects at the cutting edge of technology, data, and creativity

Located in Oxfordshire, this role would be commutable from within and around Reading, Didcot, Swindon and Oxford.

For further information call Sarah Clarke.