Industrial Automation Tech Sales Engineer – Solutions & Growth

Placements24

Gauteng

On-site

ZAR 600,000 - 900,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Commission & bonus

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Training & certifications

Travel allowances

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a technically proficient Technical Sales Engineer for the Pretoria region. You will bridge complex automation solutions with customer needs, delivering pre-sales technical support and engaging with clients across manufacturing sectors.

The role requires a strong engineering background, excellent communication, and the ability to travel within Pretoria and surrounding areas to meet client requirements and drive impactful automation projects.

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years in technical sales, application engineering or a similar role within industrial automation.
Deep understanding of automation technologies (PLCs, SCADA, HMI, robotics) and customer needs.
Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Engage with clients in Pretoria to understand automation challenges and requirements.
Provide expert technical consultations, product demonstrations, and solution presentations.
Develop customized technical proposals and quotations reflecting client needs.
Collaborate with engineering and product teams to ensure specifications are met.
Support the sales team with in-depth technical knowledge during the sales cycle.
Conduct site visits to assess existing systems and opportunities for upgrades.
Troubleshoot technical issues and provide timely support during evaluations.
Stay current with advancements in automation technologies, including PLCs and IIoT.
Contribute to market analysis through customer feedback and competitor activity.