Technical Sales Engineer - Automation

Our client, a global leader in industrial automation solutions, is seeking a highly skilled Technical Sales Engineer to join their team in Polokwane
. This hybrid role allows for strategic client engagement from their Polokwane office and field visits across Limpopo
. You will be responsible for understanding complex customer requirements and providing tailored technical solutions involving our client's cutting-edge automation products. This position requires a strong engineering background combined with excellent communication and sales acumen. You will act as a crucial link between our client's technical expertise and the needs of industrial clients in Polokwane and the wider Limpopo province. Your role will involve pre-sales technical consultation, solution design, and post-sales support to ensure client satisfaction and drive revenue.

• Understand customer technical requirements and propose appropriate automation solutions.
• Conduct product demonstrations and technical presentations to clients.
• Collaborate with the sales team to develop winning proposals and quotations.
• Provide pre-sales technical support and consultation.
• Assist with system design and integration planning.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key technical stakeholders at client sites.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in automation technology and our client's product portfolio.
• Travel to client sites within Limpopo for technical meetings, installations, and support.
• Achieve sales targets by effectively communicating technical value propositions.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in technical sales or application engineering within the automation industry.
• Strong knowledge of industrial automation products (e.g., PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, robotics).
• Excellent technical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in technical communication, presentation, and documentation.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing office and field responsibilities.
• Based in or willing to relocate to Polokwane
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• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel extensively within Limpopo
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• Strong understanding of industrial processes and applications.

• Competitive salary with attractive performance bonuses.
• Company vehicle and travel expenses covered.
• Comprehensive medical and pension benefits.
• Opportunities for international training and certification.
• Exposure to leading-edge automation technologies.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Professional development and career advancement.