Sales Engineer

The Timken Company; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Join The Timken Company as a Sales Engineer, where you’ll drive business growth in the Mpumalanga region, focusing on the industrial sector. Utilize your engineering expertise and sales experience to build lasting customer relationships and support industry-leading product solutions. With a dynamic environment and opportunities for advancement, this role is perfect for self-motivated professionals ready to make a significant impact. Submit your application today to be part of a global leader in industrial innovation.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of successful sales experience in the industrial sector.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary contact for customers in the Mpumalanga region.
• Develop and maintain customer relationships to drive sales growth.
• Conduct market research to identify business expansion opportunities.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Strategic Thinking

Technical aptitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

CRM software (e.g., Salesforce)

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

What Timken makes possible begins with you.
Those who came before us helped land a man on the moon, create the world's infrastructure, and introduce renewable energy alternatives. Now you can join the Timken team to write your own unique story and help drive what's next.

A career at Timken means you can have an immediate impact doing Work That Matters to the world— improving the efficiency of today's industrial equipment and preparing for the future of motion on our planet and beyond. New employees can start contributing right away, and there are many opportunities to advance your career at your own pace. Join our global team of 19,000 people in 45 countries, and start helping our customers push the limits of what's possible in their world of motion.

Role Summary:

We are looking for a high-energy, results-driven Sales Engineer to drive business growth in the Mpumalanga region, with a focus on the industrial sector. The successful candidate will be based at the Timken office in Pomona, Kempton Park, and must be willing to travel regularly to the Mpumalanga region to serve and support customers. Strong technical abilities and a proven track record in sales—particularly within the Industrial Distribution sector—are essential, along with the ability to build lasting customer relationships and identify opportunities for Timken’s innovative product solutions

Key responsibilities:

• Acting as the primary point of contact for customers in the Mpumalanga region.
• Developing and maintaining strong customer relationships to drive sales growth and meet revenue targets.
• Providing technical expertise and support to customers, assisting them in selecting and applying the most suitable products for their needs.
• Conducting market research and analysis to identify opportunities for business expansion and growth within the region.
• Implementing effective sales strategies to maximize market penetration and increase market share.
• Collaborating with internal teams to ensure timely delivery of products and services, as well as resolving any customer issues or concerns.
• Keeping abreast of industry trends, developments, and competitors' activities to stay ahead of the curve.
• Managing assigned distributors as directed by management.
• Any other assigned tasks by management from time to time

Required qualifications and skills:

The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 3-5 years Proven track record of successful sales experience, specifically within the key industrial sectors—notably mining groups, coal mining operations, overland conveyor systems, and power generation stations.
• Strong technical aptitude and understanding of engineering principles, particularly in relation to mining, aggregate, Sugar and general industry equipment and machinery.
• Experience in managing distributors will be a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and effectively communicate with customers at all levels.
• Self-motivated and results-oriented, with a demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
• Must reside in Johannesburg or be willing to relocate to Johannesburg or stay within a 30km radius.
• Open to South African citizens only.

Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and rotating equipment.

• Ability to read and interpret technical mechanical drawings and specifications.

• Proficient in industrial product application and troubleshooting.

• CRM software proficiency (e.g., Salesforce).

• Familiarity with pricing models, sales forecasting, and reporting tools.

• Ability to conduct technical presentations and product demos.

• Good command of MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong negotiation and influencing abilities.

• Problem-solving mindset with customer-first thinking.

• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

• Strategic thinking with a proactive approach to business development.

• Team player who can collaborate cross-functionally.

• Adaptable and resilient in a dynamic market environment.

If you’re passionate about technical sales, thrive on building customer relationships, and want to be part of a global leader in industrial innovation—this is your opportunity to make an impact.

Apply now and bring your expertise to the Timken team!

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.