Technical Sales Engineer - Electronics

Hunter Selection; Kirklees; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected UK business is seeking a Technical Sales Engineer to manage business development across North England, promoting high-reliability electronic components. Candidates should have proven experience in B2B sales and a background in electronics. The role offers remote working and a competitive salary with generous bonuses and benefits.

Benefits

£55,000 salary plus commission

8% company pension contribution

Health insurance after one year

25 days holiday increasing with service

Expenses package for meals and travel

Qualifications

• Proven success in technical sales, preferably in high-reliability industries.
• Ability to manage a regional sales territory independently.
• Experience in defence, aerospace, rail or industrial sectors.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new customer relationships including OEMs and Tier 1 contractors.
• Research and target new market sectors for distribution and manufacturing.
• Maintain and update internal systems to track sales opportunities.

Skills

B2B business development

Technical sales

Negotiation skills

Knowledge of electronic components

Commercial awareness

Education

Background in electronics or related field

Job description

Overview

Technical Sales Engineer - Electronics
Covering North England - Cheshire, Cumbria, Manchester, Lancashire, Merseyside, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear
Remote

What is on offer

• £55,000 plus commission bonus
• 100% of targets achieved 5% salary bonus, hit 110% of target then 10%
• 8% company pension contribution after probation - rising 1% per year of service, employee can also make salary sacrifice contributions
• BUPA - company funded after one year service, after 5 years service company pay for spouse
• 25 days holiday, 5 years service additional 5 days
• Expenses package for meals, travel, hotels, mileage etc

Be part of a respected UK business with a strong heritage in specialist, high-reliability markets. This is a fantastic opportunity to involved in a supportive, knowledgeable team that values integrity, service, and long-term customer relationships. You will have the opportunity to work with market-leading suppliers and blue-chip customers.

Role & Responsibilities

We are looking for a proactive and ambitious Business Development Manager / Technical Sales Engineer to drive growth by identifying, developing, and closing new business opportunities across the UK. You will act as the face of the business to new and prospective customers, promoting the product range, technical services, and long-standing reputation for reliability and quality.

• New Business Acquisition: Identify and develop new customer relationships, including OEMs, CEMs, and Tier 1 contractors.
• Market Expansion: Research and target new market sectors or applications for the business distribution and manufacturing capabilities.
• Lead Generation: Proactively generate and qualify leads through cold outreach, networking, and attendance at industry events.
• Customer Engagement: Arrange and attend customer visits, product presentations, and technical discussions.
• Sales Pipeline Management: Maintain and update internal systems to track progress, manage opportunities, and forecast accurately.

A full job description can be provided upon request

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Proven success in B2B business development or technical sales (preferably electronics or high-reliability industries).
• Ability to work independently and manage a regional sales territory.
• Commercial awareness with the ability to negotiate and close complex deals.
• Knowledge of passive, power, or electromechanical components.
• Experience selling into defence, aerospace, rail or industrial sectors.
• Background in electronics, electrical engineering, or a related technical field.

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Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

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