Senior Sales Engineer (Automation)

Randstad Malaysia; Putrajaya; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Petrol allowance

Toll allowance

Annual performance bonus

Job summary

Randstad Malaysia is seeking a senior sales engineer to drive regional growth by managing key accounts and delivering advanced automation solutions. You will lead engagements with clients, tailor PLC/SCADA-based offerings, and collaborate with product teams to close multi-site projects.

You will visit client sites across Malaysia, negotiate contracts, and mentor junior sales engineers while achieving aggressive sales targets and expanding market share for industrial automation solutions.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering.
• 3–5 years of proven B2B technical sales experience in industrial automation.
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, SCADA, sensors, and control systems.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and key account management skills.
• Must own a vehicle and be willing to travel within assigned regions.

Responsibilities

• Hunt for high-value business opportunities and manage major key accounts.
• Pitch advanced automation solutions and consult on technical needs.
• Visit client sites to discuss complex projects across regions.
• Lead commercial negotiations, finalize contracts, and exceed targets.
• Collaborate with internal product specialists and mentor junior sales engineers.

Skills

B2B sales

Key account management

Negotiation

Technical sales

Customer relationship

Education

Diploma or Degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering

Tools

PLC

SCADA

Sensors

Robotics

Control systems

Job description

Job Highlights

• Competitive remuneration with dedicated monthly car, petrol, and toll allowances.

• Rewarding annual performance bonuses.

• High visibility role managing key accounts and advanced industrial automation solutions.

About the Company

We are a leading distributor of high-performance industrial control and automation solutions in Malaysia. We partner with top global brands to support leading manufacturers across the country.

About the Job

This role focuses on driving regional business growth, managing key accounts, and delivering complex technical automation solutions. You will play a vital role in capturing market share and mentoring junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Hunt for high-value business opportunities and manage major key accounts.

• Pitch advanced automation solutions, including PLCs, SCADA, sensors, and robotics.

• Visit client sites across assigned regions to consult on technical needs and complex projects.

• Lead commercial negotiations, finalize contracts, and consistently exceed sales targets.

• Collaborate with internal product specialists and guide junior sales engineers.

Skills & Experience Required

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering.

• 3–5 years of proven B2B technical sales experience in the industrial automation sector.

• Strong technical knowledge of PLCs, SCADA, sensors, and control systems.

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and key account management skills.

• Must own a vehicle and be willing to travel within assigned regions.