Technical Sales Engineer

Permanent Futures Limited; Normanton and Altofts; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the UK is looking for a Technical Sales Engineer to support pre-sales and customer engagement. This role requires a strong background in power distribution and the ability to bridge engineering with commercial activities. Ideal candidates will have experience in electrical infrastructure and excellent communication skills. The position involves acting as a technical point of contact, interpreting requirements, and working closely with customers on projects from inquiry to delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within power distribution or closely related field.
• Background in a technical or engineering role before sales.
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Act as the technical point of contact during the sales process.
• Interpret customer requirements into compliant solutions.
• Support pricing exercises with commercial teams.
• Attend customer sites for technical assessments.

Skills

Power distribution systems

Electrical infrastructure

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Site safety practices

Education

Electrical qualification or equivalent industry experience

Job description

We are seeking a Technical Sales Engineer with a strong background in power distribution to support pre-sales, solution design, and customer engagement activities. This role suits someone who has come from a similar technical background, is comfortable working on live sites, and can confidently bridge the gap between engineering and commercial teams.

You will work closely with customers to understand their technical requirements, propose compliant and cost-effective solutions, and support projects from initial enquiry through to delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the technical point of contact during the sales process, supporting bids, tenders, and proposals
• Interpret customer requirements and translate them into compliant technical solutions
• Produce accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and technical documentation
• Support pricing exercises in collaboration with commercial teams
• Attend customer sites to conduct surveys, technical assessments, and meetings
• Operate confidently within live electrical environments and construction sites
• Review, understand, and contribute to RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements)
• Ensure proposed solutions meet relevant standards, regulations, and client specifications
• Deliver a high standard of customer service throughout the sales and delivery lifecycle
• Build trusted relationships with clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders
• Provide technical clarification and after-sales support where required
• Represent the business professionally at all times, both on site and with clients

Required Experience & Skills

• Proven experience within power distribution, electrical infrastructure, or a closely related field
• Background in a technical, engineering, or site-based role prior to moving into sales or customer-facing work
• Strong understanding of:
• Power distribution systems and components
• Site safety practices and RAMS
• BOM creation and technical costing
• Comfortable working on customer sites and engaging with engineers, contractors, and end users
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts in a clear, customer-friendly manner

Desirable

• Electrical qualification or equivalent industry experience
• Experience supporting tenders or large-scale projects
• Knowledge of relevant UK electrical standards and regulations
• CRM or sales reporting experience