Technical Sales Engineer - North of England

ATA Recruitment; York; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering organization is seeking a Technical Sales Engineer to manage sales across Northern England and Scotland. This field-based role involves full sales lifecycle management, from client engagement to project handover. Ideal candidates will have a strong engineering background and proven experience in technical sales, particularly in the wastewater sector. The position offers a competitive salary, car allowance, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Company Credit Card

Food/Mileage Expenses

23 Days Annual Leave

Pension Scheme

Flexible Working Arrangements

Comprehensive Product and Systems Training

Career Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in technical sales within wastewater or heavy industry sectors.
• Strong engineering background with HND qualification.

Responsibilities

• Manage and expand the company's presence across Northern England and Scotland.
• Develop relationships with clients and identify new business opportunities.
• Conduct site surveys and prepare detailed technical quotations.

Skills

Technical Sales

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Education

HND Qualification

Tools

CAD

Job description

Technical Sales Engineer – North of England

Field-Based | Covering Northern England & Scotland
£45,000 – £55,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits
Full-Time | Hybrid Working | Immediate Start Available

Referenace: BP 193

About the Company

Our client is a well-established, internationally active engineering organisation with over 40 years of experience in deliveringmaterials handling systemsfor thewastewater treatment sector. With a strong presence in the UK and operations across Europe, North America, and Australia, the company is known for its high-quality, engineered solutions and commitment to innovation.

The UK team is based across two sites, with a focus ondesign, project management, and client support, while manufacturing is carried out in Sweden. The company serves a wide range of industries includingmunicipal wastewater,biowaste,pulp and paper, andindustrial processing.

Role Overview

This is a field-based position responsible for managing and expanding the company’s presence across theNorth of England and Scotland, from Derbyshire to the Highlands. The successful candidate will be responsible for the full sales lifecycle, from initial enquiry and site survey through to quotation, negotiation, and project handover.

This role offers the opportunity to work on projects ranging from£10,000 to over £1.6 million, and is ideal for a technically proficient sales professional with a background inengineering and process equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing clients, including major utilities and Tier 1 contractors.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across the Northern region.
• Conductsite surveys, assess technical feasibility, and gather specifications for bespoke solutions.
• Prepare and presentdetailed technical quotations, including costings, installation requirements, and project timelines.
• Collaborate with internal teams (design, procurement, and project management) to ensure seamless project execution.
• Attend industry events, exhibitions, and client meetings to promote the company’s capabilities.
• Provide regular sales forecasts, activity reports, and market feedback to senior management.

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

• Proven experience intechnical sales, ideally within thewastewater, process equipment, or heavy industrysectors.
• Strongengineering background, with a minimum ofHND qualification.
• Proficiency inCADand the ability to interpret and work with technical drawings.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the North of England and Scotland.
• Ability to work independently and manage a flexible schedule, including overnight stays when required.

Desirable:

• Existing network of contacts within the wastewater or utilities sector.
• Experience withshaftless screw conveyors, compactors, silo tanks, and screening systems.
• Familiarity with project costing, installation logistics, and client handover processes.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive base salary of£45,000 – £55,000, depending on experience.
• Car allowance,company credit card, andfood/mileage expenses
• 23 days annual leaveplus bank holidays, increasing with length of service.
• Pension schemewith 4% employer match.
• Flexible working arrangements, includinghybrid workingandagile hours.
• Comprehensiveproduct and systems training.
• Clear path forcareer progression, with opportunities to move into senior sales roles as the team expands.

As ATA Recruitment are working closely with this client, we will be conducting a short list starting today, we will conduct the 1^stinterview over the phone and the successful candidates will then be forwarded to our client with our recommendation.

If you wish to be considered for this opportunity then please respond with your intention as we are looking to fill this role in the coming few weeks, you will then be contacting by one of our Recruitment Consultant who will be able to provide more details.

Contact:

Bhav Patel

Recruitment Consultant

07704543752

[e-mail]

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