Telecom Sales Engineer

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + commission

Health insurance

Travel opportunities

Company car

Fuel allowance

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a dynamic Telecom Sales Engineer to join our established team. You will bridge telecom solutions with client needs, designing tailored systems and articulating value to prospects.

You will leverage deep technical know‑how and sales acumen to support the full sales cycle, deliver product demos, respond to RFIs/RFPs, and ensure successful post‑sale adoption. This is a client‑facing, revenue‑driven role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a technical pre-sales or sales engineering role within the telecommunications industry.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts, including IP, routing, switching, and wireless technologies.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Understand customer business requirements and translate them into technical solutions using our client's product portfolio.
• Develop and deliver compelling technical presentations and product demonstrations to prospective clients.
• Collaborate closely with the sales team to provide technical expertise during the sales cycle.
• Respond to RFPs (Requests for Proposal) and RFIs (Requests for Information) with accurate and comprehensive technical details.
• Provide post-sales technical support and ensure successful implementation and adoption of solutions.
• Stay current with industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies in telecommunications.

Skills

Networking concepts

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Customer rapport

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering/CS/Telecommunications

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and technically adept Telecom Sales Engineer to join their established team in Randburg . This role acts as the technical bridge between our client's innovative telecommunications solutions and their prospective clients. You will leverage your deep technical knowledge and sales acumen to understand customer needs, design tailored solutions, and articulate the value proposition of our offerings. This position requires a motivated individual who can thrive in a client-facing role and contribute directly to revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Understand customer business requirements and translate them into technical solutions using our client's product portfolio.
• Develop and deliver compelling technical presentations and product demonstrations to prospective clients.
• Collaborate closely with the sales team to provide technical expertise during the sales cycle.
• Respond to RFPs (Requests for Proposal) and RFIs (Requests for Information) with accurate and comprehensive technical details.
• Provide post-sales technical support and ensure successful implementation and adoption of solutions.
• Stay current with industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies in telecommunications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a technical pre-sales or sales engineering role within the telecommunications industry.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts, including IP, routing, switching, and wireless technologies.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build rapport with clients and effectively address their technical concerns.
• Experience with common telecom products and services is essential for success in Randburg .

Benefits

• Attractive base salary plus a lucrative commission structure based on sales performance.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and insurance benefits.
• Opportunities for extensive travel and professional development.
• Company car and fuel allowance for business travel.
• A dynamic sales environment with a focus on technological innovation.