Associate Sales Engineer - Southwest Water

Associate Sales Engineer – Southwest Water

As our new Associate Sales Engineer – Southwest Water, you will apply your technical and commercial expertise to maintain and grow our customer base across the Southwest Water region. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver the right pump solutions for critical water infrastructure. You’ll be part of an inclusive, supportive culture that values diversity, prioritizes well-being, and fosters personal and professional growth.

As a key member of the Water Utility Sales team, you will strengthen long-term customer partnerships and contribute to strategic plans that ensure reliable water solutions reach communities across the Southwest.

Your main responsibilities include:

• Working closely with the Area Sales Manager to maximize sales and execute strategic business plans that support medium- and long-term growth
• Negotiating B2B orders directly with Water Companies’ operations and maintenance teams (OPEX), identifying competitor equipment suitable for replacement
• Conducting site visits to diagnose issues, performing surveys with Energy teams, and collaborating with customers to develop tailored pump solutions
• Driving new product development by implementing trials and securing operational-level acceptance within customer organizations
• Managing all local CRM activities, maintaining pricing support mechanisms, and monitoring product sales and KPIs to ensure budget delivery
• Providing product knowledge, application guidance, and troubleshooting support while maintaining strong relationships across all stakeholder levels

You are a technically minded sales professional with strong knowledge of water utility operations and the ability to translate engineering insights into commercial outcomes. You build trust easily, communicate confidently, and thrive in a dynamic, customer-facing environment.

We imagine you bring:

• Experience in the Water Utility industry in a sales or technical role, with 0–3 years of sales experience in water process products
• Technical knowledge of pumping, wastewater, and associated equipment used in the water industry
• Recognized qualifications in Water Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline
• A proactive, self-starting mindset with excellent communication and negotiation skills

• Experience with CRM systems and structured opportunity management
• Knowledge of aftermarket sales, spare parts, service offerings, and competitor pump retrofit solutions
• Familiarity with motor basics, pump system design, and controls/automation equipment used in the UK water industry

We care about our people. You can expect:

• A flexible working environment with home-working options and parental support
• Annual bonuses, health insurance, and a strong focus on well-being
• Three additional paid days for volunteering in your community
• Access to on-demand learning, structured development programs, and continuous training opportunities

We are inclusive and value the unique perspectives that diversity brings. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities.

Ready to unlock possibilities at Grundfos? Apply today.