Field Sales Engineer

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Company vehicle

Travel expense reimbursement

Training & certifications

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa invites a Field Sales Engineer to serve the Kimberley region. This role blends engineering expertise with sales acumen to identify customer needs, present technical demonstrations, and drive adoption of industrial automation solutions.

The ideal candidate has a strong engineering background, excellent communication, and a proven ability to translate complex requirements into business value. Willingness to travel and build technical relationships is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 3–5 years in technical sales or field engineering in automation.
• Proficient in CRM and sales tools; willing to travel.

Responsibilities

• Engage with existing and potential customers to understand their automation challenges and requirements.
• Provide expert technical advice and product demonstrations to prospective clients.
• Develop and present technical proposals and solutions tailored to customer needs.
• Collaborate with the sales team to achieve territory targets.
• Conduct site visits to assess customer applications and recommend products and systems.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and provide effective solutions or escalate as needed.
• Build and maintain relationships with key technical stakeholders.

Skills

Technical sales

Customer engagement

Presentation skills

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

BEng / BSc Engineering

Tools

CRM software

Sales tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in industrial automation and control systems, is seeking a technically adept and customer-oriented Field Sales Engineer to serve the Kimberley area and surrounding regions. This critical role combines technical expertise with sales acumen to identify customer needs, propose effective solutions, and drive the adoption of our client's advanced products. The ideal candidate will possess a strong engineering background, excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to translate complex technical requirements into tangible business value. You will work closely with clients in various industrial sectors, providing technical consultations, product demonstrations, and post-sales support. This is an exciting opportunity for a technically skilled professional to build a rewarding career with a global leader, contributing to industrial efficiency and innovation in the Kimberley region. You will play a key role in building strong technical relationships with clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with existing and potential customers to understand their industrial automation challenges and requirements.
• Provide expert technical advice and product demonstrations to prospective clients.
• Develop and present technical proposals and solutions tailored to specific customer needs.
• Collaborate with the sales team to achieve territory sales targets.
• Conduct site visits to assess customer applications and recommend appropriate products and systems.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and provide effective solutions or elevate as needed.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key technical stakeholders within client organizations.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest product developments, industry trends, and competitor technologies.
• Assist in the development of technical marketing materials and sales collateral.
• Provide training and support to customers on product installation, operation, and maintenance.
• Contribute to product feedback and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction through proactive technical engagement.
• Manage technical aspects of sales projects from initiation to completion in Kimberley.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a technical sales, field application engineering, or sales engineering role, preferably in industrial automation or related sectors.
• Strong understanding of control systems, automation technologies, and industrial processes.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly.
• Proven ability to build rapport and credibility with engineers and technical managers.
• Proficiency with CRM software and sales tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a methodical approach to troubleshooting.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently.
• Willingness to travel frequently within the assigned territory.
• Valid driver's license.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Company vehicle and travel expense reimbursement.
• Opportunities for advanced technical training and professional certifications.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• The chance to work with cutting-edge technology and diverse industrial clients.
• Career growth opportunities within a global organization.
• Supportive team and management structure.