Technical Sales Engineer - North

Ashby Finance; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car Allowance

Job summary

Ashby Finance is assisting in recruiting a Technical Sales Engineer for field-based work across the Manchester area. You will engage with customers, understand their technical needs, and translate them into commercial solutions for motion control products.

The role emphasizes solving complex problems, autonomy in managing a diary, and driving growth with leading-edge mechanical and electromechanical systems. A strong technical underpinning is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in field-based technical sales of mechanical/electrical/electromechanical systems.
• Ability to read technical drawings and create quotations.
• Strong communication and commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Visit customers in the North of England for machine surveys and technical sales meetings.
• Advise on and sell motion control products and systems.
• Prepare accurate technical quotations with supplier input.
• Re-engage lapsed/legacy accounts to identify new opportunities.
• Maintain a structured CRM pipeline and support marketing campaigns.

Skills

Mechanical engineering background

Electrical/electromechanical knowledge

Motion control familiarity

Customer-facing selling

Independent field-based work

Education

Mechanical/Electrical/Electromechanical background

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Technical Sales Engineer – Field-Based / Remote – Manchester Area (North) – Permanent

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum + Commission + £500 Car Allowance | OTE £51,000+

We’re searching for a Technical Sales Engineer who can do more than just sell — someone who thrives on solving complex customer problems and turning technical insight into commercial success. If you’re motivated by variety, autonomy, and the chance to work with leading-edge mechanical and electromechanical solutions, this role is for you.

Our client is a bespoke engineering company delivering design, build, repair, and refurbishment solutions across multiple industries. With growth accelerating, they’re looking to add a Technical Sales Engineer to the team who can open new doors, re-ignite old accounts, and become a trusted partner to customers across the North of England.

The Role

As a Technical Sales Engineer, you’ll be field-based across the northern territory, managing your own schedule and ensuring maximum impact with both new and existing clients. You’ll have the opportunity to shape customer solutions, influence technical decisions, and directly drive business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Visiting customers across the North of England for machine surveys and technical sales meetings
• Advising on and selling motion control products and systems
• Creating accurate technical quotations with supplier collaboration
• Re-engaging lapsed and legacy accounts to uncover fresh opportunities
• Tracking industry trends and identifying high-growth sectors
• Managing a structured CRM pipeline while supporting marketing campaigns

About You

• Experienced Technical Sales Engineer or in a similar customer-facing engineering role
• Background in mechanical, electrical, or electromechanical engineering
• Strong understanding of motion products (gearboxes, torque systems, inverters, drives, etc.)
• Excellent communication skills with strong commercial awareness
• Independent, proactive, and confident managing a field-based diary

Why This Role?

This isn’t just another sales role — it’s a chance to take ownership of a key territory, represent an innovative engineering brand, and be rewarded for both your technical expertise and sales results. You’ll have freedom in how you work, backed by a supportive, ambitious team.

and make your mark as a Technical Sales Engineer with a business that values knowledge, initiative, and results.