Automation Solutions Engineer - Technical Sales (Upington)

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses & commission

Medical aid

Pension plan

Travel allowance

Technical training

Career progression

Collaborative environment

Diverse projects

Upington location

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Technical Sales Engineer to drive automation solutions for clients in Upington, Northern Cape and beyond. You will understand client challenges, propose PLCs, HMIs, robotics, sensors, and drives, and work with engineering teams to deliver tailored systems.

The role requires a strong engineering background, excellent communication, and the ability to build trust with technical and managerial decision-makers. Travel to client sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical/mechanical/mechatronics engineering or related field.
• Minimum 4 years in technical sales/field engineering in industrial automation.
• Strong understanding of control systems, robotics, and automation principles.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients across industrial sectors to understand automation requirements in Upington, Northern Cape.
• Develop and present customized technical solutions, including proposals, specifications, and quotations.
• Promote and sell PLCs, HMIs, robotics, sensors, and drives.
• Provide technical expertise and support during the sales process, addressing complex questions.
• Collaborate with internal engineering and project management teams to ensure seamless delivery.
• Build and maintain relationships with key technical personnel and decision-makers at client sites.
• Conduct product demonstrations, site visits, and feasibility studies.
• Stay updated with advancements in automation technology and market trends.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets for assigned products and territories.

Skills

Technical sales

Industrial automation

Customer relationships

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Mechatronics degree

Tools

Siemens

Rockwell Automation

ABB

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Technical Sales Engineer to drive automation solutions for clients in Upington, Northern Cape and beyond. You will understand client challenges, propose PLCs, HMIs, robotics, sensors, and drives, and work with engineering teams to deliver tailored systems.

The role requires a strong engineering background, excellent communication, and the ability to build trust with technical and managerial decision-makers. Travel to client sites is expected.