Technical Sales & Application Engineer Filtration & Process Solutions (Durban)

The Legends Agency; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic technical solutions firm in Durban seeks a Technical Sales & Application Engineer to provide technical support, conduct on-site trials, and foster business growth in the industrial sectors. Ideal for a graduate eager to engage with clients and develop engineering solutions. Enjoy autonomy and mentoring in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Opportunity to work with industry leaders

Career development in technical consulting

Autonomy and flexibility

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in a technical sales or application role.
• Ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
• Valid driver's license and own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and filtration solutions to clients.
• Conduct on-site trials and product testing.
• Identify new sales leads to support business growth.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Practical problem-solving

Client interaction

Education

BSc or National Diploma in Chemical Engineering, Food Science, Biotechnology

Job description

Overview

Technical Sales & Application Engineer Filtration & Process Solutions (Durban)

Durban, South Africa

Job Openings Technical Sales & Application Engineer Filtration & Process Solutions (Durban)

About the job

Technical Sales & Application Engineer Filtration & Process Solutions (Durban)

Job Summary: Are you a technically skilled graduate with a passion for solving real-world problems in the industrial, food & beverage, or pharmaceutical sectors? A Durban-based Technical Sales & Application Engineer is needed to support a diverse portfolio of clients by delivering technical support, conducting on-site trials, and developing new business opportunities.

This role is ideal for someone early in their engineering or scientific career who enjoys client interaction, practical problem-solving, and traveling to different client sites across KwaZulu-Natal.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and filtration solution recommendations to clients across multiple sectors.
• Conduct on-site trials, plant visits, product testing, and client training sessions.
• Collaborate with internal engineering and sales teams to deliver customized process solutions.
• Identify and follow up on new sales leads to support business growth.
• Maintain accurate technical reports and customer feedback logs.
• Work independently from a home office base when not traveling.

Qualifications

• BSc or National Diploma in Chemical Engineering, Food Science, Biotechnology, or a related technical field.
• 1-2 years experience in a technical sales, application, or customer-facing engineering role.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
• Practical, hands-on approach to solving process or filtration-related issues.
• Valid drivers license and own, reliable vehicle.
• Willingness to travel regionally (mostly within KwaZulu-Natal).

Benefits / What’s in it for you

• Opportunity to work with industry leaders in high-impact sectors.
• Develop your career in both technical consulting and business development.
• Autonomy and flexibility to manage your workday.
• Mentorship and support from a skilled technical team.

Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal (Hybrid role: field-based with a home office base)

Apply Now if you\'re passionate about engineering solutions that make a difference, and want to build your technical and commercial skills in a dynamic environment.