Technical Sales Engineer

Overview

Technical Sales Engineer

Location: Swindon, Wiltshire

Salary: £70K – £80K

About the Role

We are seeking a commercially minded Technical Sales Engineer to join our growing team. This is a customer-facing role that combines technical expertise with sales acumen, supporting clients in identifying and implementing tailored engineering solutions.

You will act as a key link between customers, engineering, and internal teams—translating technical requirements into practical solutions while driving business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to understand technical requirements and application needs
• Provide pre-sales technical support, including product selection, recommendations, and solution design
• Prepare and deliver technical proposals, quotations, and presentations
• Support the sales process from initial enquiry through to order placement
• Build and maintain strong, long-term customer relationships
• Collaborate with internal engineering and product teams to ensure solutions meet customer expectations
• Assist in identifying new business opportunities and markets
• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and pipeline activity

Requirements

• Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Electronics, Physics, or a related field
• Basic understanding of electronics and/or technical systems
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly
• Customer-focused mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Commercial awareness and interest in sales
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Willingness to learn and develop technical expertise

Desirable (Not Essential)

• Experience in a technical sales, applications, or customer-facing engineering role
• Familiarity with components, systems integration, or engineering solutions
• Experience working with CRM systems

What We Offer

• Full product and industry training (no prior specialist experience required)
• Opportunity to develop both technical and commercial skills
• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• Career progression within a growing business

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to move into a customer-facing, commercially focused role, or for someone already in technical sales seeking a new challenge. You’ll gain exposure to a wide range of applications while developing both your technical knowledge and business skills.