Technical Sales Engineer

CADF-Parkerstore; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider in Johannesburg seeks a Technical Sales Representative to promote Parker Hannifin compressed air treatment products. This full-time role involves conducting site assessments, building customer relationships, and achieving sales targets. Ideal candidates will have technical sales experience, strong communication skills, and a degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. Travel to client sites is required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Technical Sales within the compressed air industry.
• Ability to interpret technical data sheets and sizing requirements.
• Experience conducting product demonstrations and client training.

Responsibilities

• Promote and sell Parker Hannifin products.
• Conduct site visits and compressed air assessments.
• Prepare detailed quotations and technical proposals.

Skills

Technical Sales Experience

Strong Communication

Customer Service Abilities

Negotiation Skills

Education

Degree/Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job

This is a full-time, on-site role based at our Johannesburg Branch. The Technical Sales Representative will focus on promoting and selling our full range of Parker Hannifin compressed air treatment products, including Parker air driers, filtration systems, condensate management solutions, and general compressed air equipment supplied by CADF.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and sell Parker Hannifin products
• Provide technical product recommendations based on client applications and system specifications
• Conduct site visits, compressed air assessments, and identify opportunities for Parker system upgrades or efficiency improvements
• Prepare detailed quotations, technical proposals, and product sizing for Parker driers, filters, and compressed air equipment
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships across manufacturing, industrial, food & beverage, pharmaceutical, and engineering sectors
• Conduct Parker product training for clients, including maintenance guidelines and operational best practices
• Work with service teams to coordinate installations, commissioning, and after-sales support for Parker equipment
• Stay updated on the latest Parker technologies, product ranges, and compressed air purification standards
• Develop new business opportunities, expand market reach, and achieve monthly and annual Parker product sales targets

Qualifications & Requirements

• Proven experience in Technical Sales within the compressed air industry (preferably Parker, Atlas Copco-compatible filtration, dryers, pneumatics, or purification systems)
• Strong technical understanding of:
  • Parker compressed air driers (refrigerated & desiccant)
  • Parker filtration systems
  • Compressed air purification and condensate management
  • General compressor and air system principles
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer service abilities
• Experience conducting product demonstrations and client training
• Ability to interpret technical data sheets, flow rates, pressure ratings, and sizing requirements
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and developing key accounts
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to client sites
• A degree/diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a related field