Sales Engineer

Overview

Job Title:

Sales Engineer

Location:

North of England (Field-Based)

Salary:
Competitive Basic + Commission + Car Allowance + Benefits

We are seeking a commercially driven Sales Engineer to cover the North of England, managing and developing accounts across manufacturing, precision engineering, and subcontract machining environments.

This role is ideal for a technically competent individual with previous CNC programming experience who has transitioned into sales - or someone ready to step into a commercially focused engineering role.

• Develop new business opportunities across the Northern territory
• Manage and grow existing key accounts within the machining and manufacturing sector
• Provide technical consultation on CNC machinery, tooling, and machining solutions
• Interpret customer drawings and advise on machining strategies and process optimisation
• Deliver product demonstrations and technical presentations
• Prepare quotations, proposals, and negotiate commercial agreements
• Work closely with internal technical and service teams to ensure smooth project delivery
• Maintain accurate CRM records and pipeline forecasting

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Essential:

• Previous CNC programming experience (Milling or Turning)
• Proven sales experience within CNC machinery, cutting tools, or the wider tooling industry
• Strong technical understanding of machining processes and production environments
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Commercial awareness with strong negotiation skills
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

• Experience selling capital equipment or high-value technical solutions
• Knowledge of CAD/CAM software
• Background in precision engineering or subcontract machining

• Technically credible and confident engaging with shop floor engineers and senior management
• Target-driven and commercially motivated
• Strong communicator with consultative selling capability
• Organised, self-sufficient, and able to manage a regional territory effectively

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