National Sales Engineer_AC&I

Express Employment Professionals Vaal Triangle; Sasolburg; Presencial; ZAR 700.000 - 1.100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Express Employment Professionals Vaal Triangle, on behalf of our client, seeks a National Sales Engineer for EC&I projects, requiring travel nationwide and hands-on diagnostic capability. The role targets engineers with experience across DCS, PLC, SIS, SCADA, and field instrumentation from legacy and mainstream brands.

You will identify opportunities, engage clients, prepare technical-commercial quotations, and close deals while ensuring safety and contractual compliance.

Formación

• Requires hands-on diagnostic capability and ability to run diagnostics with handheld tools.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills are essential.
• Willingness to travel nationwide and manage multiple brands across EC&I

Responsabilidades

• Identify and pursue EC&I project opportunities nationwide.
• Build and maintain relationships with engineering firms, contractors, and end-users.
• Prepare and deliver technical-commercial quotations and close sales.
• Monitor industry trends and provide feedback to management.
• Maintain records of sales activities and forecasts.

Conocimientos

Technical sales

Client relationships

Diagnostics

Educación

Control & Instrumentation Engineering

Descripción del empleo

National Sales Engineer – EC&I Projects

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic, self-driven Sales Engineer to travel nationwide and identify, pursue, and secure Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) projects. The role requires a technically qualified professional with hands-on diagnostic capability, commercial acumen, and the ability to convert opportunities into profitable sales. Experience with legacy and mainstream automation brands (e.g., Emerson, Honeywell, Yokogawa, Siemens, ABB, Schneider, Rockwell, etc.) is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Business Development
  • Proactively identify and pursue EC&I project opportunities across industries nationwide.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships with engineering firms, contractors, and end-users.
  • Promote solutions across DCS, PLC, SIS, SCADA, and field instrumentation platforms.
• Technical Engagement
  • Conduct on‑site diagnostics using handheld communicators and relevant tools.
  • Provide technical demonstrations, troubleshooting, and solution proposals to clients.
  • Spot and evaluate potential upgrades, retrofits, and expansions in existing installations.
• Sales Execution
  • Convert identified opportunities into sales through effective negotiation and closing.
  • Prepare and deliver technical-commercial quotations in line with company standards.
  • Achieve and exceed sales targets while ensuring compliance with contractual and safety requirements.
• Market Intelligence
  • Monitor competitor activity and industry trends to position solutions effectively.
  • Provide feedback to management on customer needs, product performance, and market developments.
• Reporting & Administration
  • Maintain accurate records of sales activities, pipeline opportunities, and customer interactions.
  • Submit regular progress reports and forecasts to management.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Control & Instrumentation Engineering or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel extensively nationwide.
• Hands‑on experience with DCS, PLC, SIS, SCADA, and field instrumentation across multiple brands.
• Ability to run diagnostics and troubleshoot using handheld communicators.
• Strong technical sales background with proven ability to convert opportunities into sales.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Self‑motivated, independent, and results‑driven personality (“lone ranger” mindset).

Ideal Candidate Profile

• A technically competent sales professional who thrives on autonomy and nationwide travel.
• Comfortable bridging the gap between engineering detail and commercial opportunity.
• Resilient, resourceful, and motivated by achieving measurable results.