External Sales Engineer - Pumps

Technical Placements; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pump and fluid system industry is seeking a Technical Sales Engineer. This role involves providing technical expertise, assisting customers, and driving sales. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and possess strong communication skills. Join a dynamic team focused on delivering innovative solutions and achieving high sales performance.

Benefits

Competitive salary & commission structure

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in external sales, preferably with pump systems.
• Experience in water, mining, food, automotive, chemical, or pharmaceutical sectors.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert assistance for sales activities.
• Prepare competitive price lists and technical write-ups.
• Identify new opportunities and grow key business units.

Skills

Problem Solving

Customer Engagement

Communication

Detail-Oriented

Team Player

Education

ND / BTech / BEng in Mechanical Engineering

ND / BTech / BEng in Electrical Engineering

ND / BTech / BEng in Electromechanical Engineering

ND / BTech / BEng in Mechatronics Engineering

Job description

Are you a driven Technical Sales Engineer with a passion for problem-solving, client support, and cutting-edge engineering solutions? Join our dynamic team and play a vital role in providing technical expertise, assisting customers, and driving sales in the pump and fluid system industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Sales & Technical Support – Provide expert assistance for both external and internal sales activities.
• Customer Engagement – Address technical inquiries, issue accurate quotations, and offer tailored solutions.
• Product Knowledge – Read and interpret pump graphs, bill of materials, and system designs effectively.
• Quotations & Proposals – Prepare competitive price lists and technical write-ups to support sales efforts.
• Value-Added Selling – Engage in upselling and lead generation for key market segments.
• Project Support – Assist in technical aspects of pump sales and system integration for clients.
• Process Management – Ensure seamless execution from inquiry to final delivery and payment processing.
• Market Development – Identify new opportunities, collaborate with existing customers, and grow key business units.

Requirements

• Education : ND / BTech / BEng in Mechanical, Electrical, Electromechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Experience : 3-5 years in external sales, preferably with exposure to pump systems, motors, or industrial components.
• Industry Exposure : Prior work experience with water, mining, food, automotive, chemical, and pharmaceutical sectors is a plus.
• Technical Expertise : Ability to engage with OEM resellers, distributors, and agents in a sales environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Proactive & Energetic – A natural problem solver with a strong customer-first mindset.
• Excellent Communicator – Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-Oriented – Ability to work accurately with numbers and technical specifications.
• Goal-Driven – Passionate about closing deals and achieving high sales performance.
• Team Player – Collaborative and supportive in a high-energy work environment.
• Competitive salary & commission structure