Job: Genesis Programme - Presales Consultant

Company : Siemens Industry Software SA (Pty) Ltd; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Industry Software SA (Pty) Ltd invites graduates to join a 10-month fixed-term Genesis Programme starting 1 Feb 2027, accelerating entry into PLM solution selling. Trainees will build expertise in PLM and CAD, learn to translate complex technical concepts for business stakeholders, and work alongside solution architects and presales professionals.

Assessments will be held in Pretoria in August/September 2026, with a structured curriculum covering products, business processes, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in a technical field such as Computer Science, Engineering or Manufacturing.
• Natural communicator who explains complex tech in business terms.
• Genuine interest in building lasting client relationships.
• Collaborative mindset with solution architects, project managers and sales teams.
• Willingness to undergo intensive training and develop skills quickly.
• Available to attend assessment centre in Pretoria in August/September 2026.

Responsibilities

• Develop deep technical knowledge of Siemens PLM and CAD solutions through intensive, role-focused training.
• Prepare and deliver product demonstrations and presentations to prospective clients, translating technical features into business value.
• Partner with solution architects and consultants to design tailored solutions for customer challenges.
• Support the presales cycle from initial discovery through proposal development.
• Engage directly with customers to understand needs and position Siemens solutions as strategic enablers.
• Contribute to internal collaboration and knowledge-sharing within the presales team.
• Develop technical depth and business acumen through structured training in products, business processes, and customer engagement.

Skills

Clear communication

Business-minded tech explanation

Customer engagement

Collaborative teamwork

Proactive learning

Mentor/seek guidance

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering/Manufacturing

Job description

A 10-month fixed-term Genesis Programme (1 Feb – 30 Nov 2027) accelerating entry into PLM solution selling. Trainees develop expertise in PLM and CAD solutions, learn to communicate technical concepts to business stakeholders, and gain exposure to the full sales cycle alongside solution architects and experienced presales professionals. Requires attending an assessment centre in Pretoria in August/September 2026.

Responsibilities

• Develop deep technical knowledge of Siemens PLM and CAD solutions through intensive, role-focused training
• Prepare and deliver product demonstrations and presentations to prospective clients, translating technical features into business value
• Partner with solution architects and consultants to design tailored solutions for customer challenges
• Support the presales cycle from initial discovery through proposal development
• Engage directly with customers to understand needs and position Siemens solutions as strategic enablers
• Contribute to internal collaboration and knowledge-sharing within the presales team
• Develop technical depth and business acumen through structured training in products, business processes, and customer engagement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical field
• Natural communicator able to explain complex technical concepts in clear, business-focused language
• Genuine interest in customer engagement and building lasting client relationships
• Collaborative mindset, able to work with solution architects, project managers, and sales teams
• Willingness to embrace intensive training and develop technical and soft skills rapidly
• Self-starter who takes ownership of learning and seeks mentorship proactively
• Availability to attend an assessment centre in Pretoria in August/September 2026

Application instructions

• Submit application before 01 August 2026.