Sales Engineer - Kimberley (Advanced Manufacturing Tech)

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 750,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement savings plan

Training & development

Travel to industry events

Company laptop & phone

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley seeks a Sales Engineer with a strong technical background to bridge engineering and sales. You will understand client manufacturing needs, deliver detailed technical demonstrations, and guide customers from pre- to post-sales stages in a dynamic, office-based role.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years in technical sales within manufacturing/automation and strong communication, presentation, and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial) or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in technical sales or sales engineering in manufacturing/automation.
• Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, automation systems, and industrial tech.
• Ability to translate complex tech concepts for non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with sales to identify and qualify prospective clients for automation solutions.
• Conduct in-depth technical needs assessments of client operations.
• Design and present customized technical solutions and product demonstrations.
• Provide expert technical support throughout the sales process, including pre- and post-sales guidance.
• Develop detailed proposals and quotes aligned with client specs.
• Stay updated on Advancements in manufacturing tech and industry trends.
• Build relationships with key technical stakeholders at client organizations.
• Support product development by feeding field feedback to engineering.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Technical sales

Education

Bachelors in Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAM

Simulation tools

Job description

Placements24 in Kimberley seeks a Sales Engineer with a strong technical background to bridge engineering and sales. You will understand client manufacturing needs, deliver detailed technical demonstrations, and guide customers from pre- to post-sales stages in a dynamic, office-based role.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years in technical sales within manufacturing/automation and strong communication, presentation, and analytical skills.