Technical Sales Engineer
- Salary
£40000 - £50000 per annum
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Location
Reading
- Job type
Permanent
Job Title: Technical Sales Engineer – Navy Sector
Location: Onsite – Reading, UK
Salary: £40,000–£50,000 (dependent on experience)
Role Overview
This is a rare and rewarding role for an engineer looking to pivot into a client-facing technical sales position. You’ll engage directly with defence sector clients to define their technical requirements, advise on product selection, and negotiate contracts. Your foundation in engineering principles and will allow you to support sophisticated procurement projects and build long-term client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
Location: Onsite – Reading, UK
Salary: £40,000–£50,000 (dependent on experience)
Role Overview
This is a rare and rewarding role for an engineer looking to pivot into a client-facing technical sales position. You’ll engage directly with defence sector clients to define their technical requirements, advise on product selection, and negotiate contracts. Your foundation in engineering principles and will allow you to support sophisticated procurement projects and build long-term client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Establish and understand client requirements through technical and commercial meetings
- Prepare quotations and assist with product selection based on client specifications
- Negotiate commercial contracts with a strong grasp of risk, NDAs, and terms & conditions
- Provide technical expertise and application support, tailored to each project’s demands
- Build and maintain relationships with existing clients while developing new contacts
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the defence and naval sectors
- Collaborate with internal teams such as engineering, production, and suppliers to meet delivery and performance expectations
- Prepare and deliver technical proposals and presentations using PowerPoint and related tools
- Complete monthly sales reports, tracking activity, pipeline, and key performance metrics
- Degree (or equivalent experience) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
- Proven ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
- Strong skills in Excel (data analysis, quoting) and PowerPoint (technical presentations)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Commercial awareness and a desire to grow into a technical sales role
- Experience working in the defence or naval sectors
- Familiarity with MoD procurement processes
- Knowledge of vibration isolation technologies or similar mechanical components
