Sales Engineer

The Legends Agency; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering powerhouse is looking for a Sales Engineer (Exports) in Cape Town. In this role, you will manage client relationships, develop technical solutions, and contribute to sustainable energy projects. If you have a Bachelors or Masters in Engineering and extensive sales experience, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Car Allowance

Medical Aid

Provident Fund

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in technical B2B sales or industrial marketing.
• Proven ability to meet sales targets and grow market share.
• Experience in thermal systems, steam, or hot water is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage lasting client relationships.
• Identify and grow opportunities in capital-intensive sectors.
• Lead technical solution development and ensure tech meets commercial fit.

Skills

Client relationships

Technical solution development

Negotiation

Solution selling

Communication

Education

Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechatronics or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft 365

CRM systems

Job description

Sales Engineer (Exports)
Cape Town (Northern Suburbs) | Competitive CTC + Car Allowance + Medical Aid + Provident Fund

Are you a technically savvy Sales Engineer ready to energize your career in a role where innovation meets impact?

Join a respected engineering powerhouse delivering cutting-edge thermal energy solutions across industries. From steam and hot water systems to energy-efficient technologies youll play a key role in driving smarter, cleaner, and more sustainable solutions to market.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Build and manage lasting client relationships, from first contact to final contract.
• Identify and grow opportunities in capital-intensive sectors with long project cycles.
• Lead technical solution development, working closely with engineering, procurement, and operations teams.
• Review specs, design custom proposals, and ensure tech-meets-commercial fit.
• Represent the brand at industry events and marketing initiatives.
• Stay ahead of trends, contributing to sales strategy and innovation.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechatronics or Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in technical B2B sales or industrial marketing.
• Proven ability to meet sales targets and grow market share.
• Confidence in managing long-cycle sales and complex, technical client engagements.
• Experience in thermal systems, steam, or hot water is a huge plus.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and solution-selling skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools and familiarity with CRM systems.

Desired Skills:

• client relationships
• technical solution development

Desired Work Experience:

• 5 to 10 years

Desired Qualification Level:

• Degree

About The Employer:

Why You'll Love It Here:




- Competitive salary + car allowance, petrol card, medical aid, and retirement benefits.
- Work with innovative technologies and be part of major industrial projects.
- Join a team that values collaboration, creativity, and technical excellence.
- Make a real impact in the energy efficiency and sustainability space.
- Grow your career in a business that invests in its people and values your voice.

Employer & Job Benefits:

• Competitive CTC + Car Allowance + Medical Aid + Provident Fund