Sales Engineer

Sharpshell Engineering; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering solutions company based in South Africa is looking for a driven Sales Engineer to enhance their sales pipeline across petrochemical, mining, and other industrial sectors. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering or proven technical sales experience, alongside strong customer relationship skills. This position offers a competitive salary and the chance to grow within a vibrant business culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working

Opportunity for growth

Qualifications

• Proven track record of creating a sales pipeline meeting or exceeding revenue targets.
• Experience selling into industrial environments (oil & gas, petrochemicals, power, or mining preferred).
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales of engineering, plant maintenance, fabrication and corrosion protection services.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-term client relationships.
• Identify new business opportunities and build a pipeline.
• Prepare and deliver persuasive technical presentations.

Skills

Communication & Networking

Strong business acumen

Action Orientation

Good negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Innovative

Education

Degree / Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, or related)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About Sharpshell Engineering

Sharpshell Engineering is a medium sized engineering company offering maintenance and engineering solutions to the petrochemical, chemical, mining and manufacturing industries. Our services include Projects – design, procurement, & project management; Maintenance – Mechanical, Civil, & E&I services; Corrosion protection services. We are based in Johannesburg, with a countrywide footprint.

Our mission is to offer reliable, safe, and cost-effective solutions that maximise operational effectiveness, adding value to our customers. Go to for more information about us.

The Role

We are looking for a driven and results-oriented Sales Engineer to join our team.

This position requires both technical expertise and sales acumen, helping clients understand how Sharpshell's engineering and plant maintenance services deliver measurable value.

This role is best suited for a sales engineer capable to create a sales pipeline that ensures our execution teams are always busy.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive sales of engineering, plant maintenance, fabrication and corrosion protection services.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-term client relationships across petrochemical, mining, energy, and infrastructure sectors.
• Engage at all organizational levels – from engineers and foremen to technical buyers.
• Identify new business opportunities, qualify prospects, and build a healthy pipeline.
• Prepare and deliver persuasive technical presentations, proposals, and cost estimates.
• Collaborate with internal engineering teams to ensure client solutions are feasible and tailored.
• Negotiate effectively, overcome objections, and close sales with consistent revenue growth.
• Provide accurate sales forecasts and reports aligned with company growth targets.
• Represent Sharpshell at client meetings, and site visits.

Desired Experience & Qualifications

• Degree / Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, or related) OR proven experience in technical sales.
• Proven track record of creating a sales pipeline meeting or exceeding revenue targets.
• Experience selling into industrial environments (oil & gas, petrochemicals, power, or mining preferred).
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Skills & Attributes

• Communication & Networking: The ability to develop and sustain strong customer relationships with good communication skills.
• Strong business acumen: The ability to understand the customer value drivers with good presentation skills.
• Action Orientation: The ability to snap into action, self-motivated and high energy.
• Closing the loop: Ensuring everything is concluded to its logical end with a passion for results.
• Good negotiation skills.
• Attention to detail: The ability to focus on the details that make a difference.
• Creating accurate proposals.
• Innovative: Goal-driven, optimistic, and resourceful in creating opportunities.
• A pro-active problem solver.

Why Join Sharpshell?

• Exciting project environment offering wide experience in diverse industrial solutions.
• A growing business that offers opportunity to grow within.
• Lean structure that puts you at the core of the business operation.
• A stable business that offers impactful projects across multiple industries.
• Competitive salary.
• A results-driven culture that values professional growth.
• Flexible working – We are outputs driven and not office hours driven.

How to Apply

If you believe you satisfy these attributes and will contribute meaningfully to Sharpshell Engineering, send your CV and a cover letter to: Subject Line: Sales Engineer Application – (Your Name)