UK Sales Engineer - Power Plant Solutions

French Selection; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a Remote Sales Engineer specializing in Power Plant Solutions in the UK. This role involves technical consultancy, project management, and client relationship building across the power generation and chemical industries. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and have sales engineering experience. Competitive salary of up to £65,000 plus bonuses offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in sales engineering or technical consulting.
• Strong knowledge of power generation systems.
• Ability to manage end-to-end project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Act as a consultant for power generation and refining clients.
• Manage accounts and expand projects in the UK and Ireland.
• Collaborate on technical proposals and presentations.

Skills

Sales engineering

Technical consulting

Project management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering

Job description

Overview

FRENCH SELECTION UK

UK Sales Engineer - Power Plant Solutions
Location: Remote in UK
Ideally around the West Midland South of Birmingham, Northamptonshire, Home Counties
Salary: up to £65,000 per annum plus Bonus
Ref: 754PW

To apply using our preferred format, please visit French Selection website, go to the vacancies page, search job reference: 754PW

The company:
Our Client is a leader in providing innovative, sustainable, and high-performance solutions across industries such as power generation, Nuclear, oil and gas, refining, and chemical manufacturing. They work closely with clients to deliver optimized operational efficiency and reduced environmental impact through customized engineering solutions.

Main duties and responsibilities

As a Sales Engineer specializing in Power Plant Solutions, you will serve as both a technical expert and a project manager, coordinating solutions and on-site services to power plants, refineries, oil and gas facilities, and chemical plants. Operating as a dedicated consultant in your assigned territory, you will work closely with Sales Managers to manage and grow both existing and new projects. Reporting to the European Sales Manager, you will oversee solution design, project management, and technician deployment to ensure successful implementation and customer satisfaction.

The role:

• Act as a consultant for clients in power generation, refining, oil and gas, and chemical industries.
• Manage existing accounts and pursue new projects in the UK and Ireland.
• Build client relationships by understanding technical and project needs to deliver tailored solutions.
• Collaborate with Sales Managers to develop strategies, proposals, and presentations aligned with client requirements.
• Work with engineering and R&D teams to design solutions that meet industry standards.
• Develop technical proposals, including project scope, timelines, and budgets.
• Assist in pricing and contract negotiations to align with client needs and company goals.
• Manage project execution, from proposal to post-installation support.
• Coordinate on-site technician deployments, ensuring quality and safety compliance.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and technicians, facilitating communication and troubleshooting.
• Provide ongoing technical support and optimization to ensure client satisfaction.
• Liaise between clients and technical teams to resolve issues and recommend improvements.
• Conduct follow-up visits to ensure alignment with client expectations.
• Stay informed on industry trends and regulatory requirements.
• Support Sales Managers in identifying new opportunities and market expansion strategies.
• Contribute to go-to-market strategies to drive growth and competitive advantage.

The candidate:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience in sales engineering, technical consulting, or project management, preferably in power generation.
• Strong understanding of power generation systems, combined cycle gas turbine, heat recovery steam generation, refining or chemical industries.
• Experience managing end-to-end project delivery, including technician scheduling, on-site troubleshooting, and adherence to timelines.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and lead on-site technician teams to ensure smooth project execution.
• Willingness to travel within the UK and overseas.

The salary: £65,000 per annum plus Bonus

French Selection, leading UK-based consultancy specialising in the recruitment of bilingual and multilingual professionals for international business (industries and services). We are the leading recruitment consultancy for German, French, Italian and Spanish speaking positions. Also recruiting for positions with other languages such as Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Scandinavian languages, Mandarin, Japanese and Arabic.