Field Engineer (Gauteng)

Hilti South Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction solutions provider is seeking a Field Engineer in Johannesburg, Gauteng. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering and at least 3 years of practical experience in the construction industry. Candidates should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, alongside a proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers a collaborative work environment supported by comprehensive training and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Coaching and complete support network

Opportunities for career development

Possibility to work abroad

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of industry trends and best practices.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Secure technical business opportunities through specifications.
• Maximize sales potential by identifying and pursuing sales opportunities.
• Provide engineering support and training to stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Consultative selling skills

Collaborative team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Field Engineer (Gauteng)

Role Overview

We’re looking for Field Engineer with a background in Civil/Structural Engineering to join our Engineering team. This is no ordinary engineering job, as ours is a uniquely high-performing and supportive working culture.

About Hilti

Hilti is where innovation is improving productivity, safety and sustainability in the global construction industry, and beyond. Where strong customer relationships are creating solutions that build a better future. Where there is pride and a sense of belonging across our 120 locations, carrying right into our lives and homes. Where people are exploring possibilities, leveraging their potential, owning their personal development and growing lasting careers.

Role Responsibilities

Your responsibilities in the role will be as follows:

• Secure technical business opportunities through specifications and provide ongoing technical support to key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the sales teams to convert specifications and approvals into sales, while fostering expertise in our engineering products among sales personnel.
• Maximize sales potential by identifying and pursuing sales opportunities with targeted customer groups and projects.
• Manage sales and application processes for key regional projects, coordinating all engineering and sales resources effectively.
• Develop, analyze, and manage business plans to cultivate and expand sales within your assigned customer base.
• Utilize your consultative selling skills to convince clients of the value proposition of our technical products, software and services.
• Build strong relationships with clients, helping them find innovative and cost-effective solutions.
• Provide engineering support and training to both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring top-quality service delivery.
• Cultivate relationships with key decision-makers to secure product specifications within your assigned segment.
• Attain specifications and drive sales opportunities through targeted interactions with consultants and contractors.
• Collaborate closely with the sales team to address client concerns using our engineering solutions and proactively generate new business leads.

What we offer

You would be joining a company ranked 12th as a Top Employer, making Hilti a great place to work. We’ll give you the necessary resources you need to excel in your role, including one-on-one coaching, and a complete support network to help you day to day. We’ll offer you opportunities to move around the business – to work abroad, experience different job functions and tackle different markets.

What you need is

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Bachelor's degree or advanced diploma in civil engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the construction industry obtained by working either on-site or in a consulting office.
• Strong understanding of industry trends and best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Collaborative team player with a strong work ethic and a commitment to continuous learning.

We look forward to receiving your application!