Technical Sales Enineer

Connexus International Limited; Belfast; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering recruitment firm is looking for a Senior Technical Sales Engineer in Belfast. The role involves leading technical sales enquiries, managing high-value projects, and developing customer relationships in the valve industry. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in technical sales, strong knowledge of valves, and excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Competitive senior-level salary with performance-related incentives

Ongoing professional development

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Technical Sales Engineer role, ideally within the valves, flow control, or related engineering sectors.
• Strong technical knowledge of valves and associated applications.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer relationship management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with precision.
• A proactive, commercially minded problem solver.

Responsibilities

• Lead on technical sales enquiries related to valves and engineering solutions.
• Manage high-value projects from enquiry to delivery.
• Develop and maintain strong customer and supplier relationships.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Handle complex customer issues and technical challenges.
• Mentor and support junior team members.

Skills

Engineering

Sales

Project Management

Oil and Gas

Job description

Senior Technical Sales Engineer
Location: Belfast

Overview

At Connexus UK, we connect top engineering professionals with world-class organisations. We’re proud to be working with our client, a highly respected global manufacturer and distributor of engineering products, to recruit a skilled Senior Technical Sales Engineer. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced professional to bring their valve industry expertise to a business that values innovation, technical excellence, and customer success.

Why this role?

• Influence and impact – play a key role in shaping customer relationships, driving sales performance, and ensuring technical excellence.
• Industry leadership – work with a trusted global name in the valve and flow control industry.
• Career progression – opportunities to move into leadership, business development, or key account management for major clients.
• Autonomy with support – freedom to manage high-value projects with the backing of a collaborative, expert team.

What you’ll do:

• Lead on technical sales enquiries related to valves and engineering solutions, ensuring accurate quotations and tailored customer support.
• Manage high-value projects from enquiry to delivery, providing expert input on valve selection, specification, and applications.
• Develop and maintain strong customer and supplier relationships, acting as a trusted technical advisor.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, leveraging your industry knowledge to generate growth.
• Handle complex customer issues, quality concerns, and technical challenges with confidence and precision.
• Provide feedback and reporting to the General Manager, supporting continuous business improvement.
• Mentor and support junior team members, sharing knowledge and best practices.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience in a Technical Sales Engineer role, ideally within the valves, flow control, or related engineering sectors.
• Strong technical knowledge of valves and associated applications.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer relationship management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with precision.
• A proactive, commercially minded problem solver who thrives in a dynamic sales environment.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive senior-level salary with performance-related incentives.
• The opportunity to represent a world-class engineering brand in a highly respected sector.
• Career advancement in technical sales, business development, or leadership.
• Ongoing professional development, with exposure to high-value projects and global customers.

Skills

• Engineering
• Sales
• Project Management
• Oil and Gas