Sales Engineer - Sensors

Redline Group
Tiffield, Northamptonshire, NN12 8AB, United Kingdom
Last month
£45,000 – £55,000 pa

Salary

£45,000 – £55,000 pa

Posted
24 Mar 2026 (Last month)

Leading provider of industrial sensor solutions are looking for a Sales Engineer - Sensors coming from a mechanical or electrical background. This is a field-based sales role covering East England, Northeast England, and Scotland, focused on driving B2B technical sales growth across multiple engineering sectors.

This opportunity is ideal for candidates with experience in engineering sales, industrial automation, or sensor technology, looking to develop a high-performing territory.

Key responsibilities for the Sales Engineer - Sensors role based in Towcester:

Drive new business development within industrial and OEM markets

Manage and grow existing customer accounts through account management

Deliver technical sales support and application-based solutions

Conduct field sales visits (2-3 days per week) across your territory

Sell a wide range of industrial sensors and automation components

Use CRM systems to track pipeline, leads, and sales activity

Develop opportunities within sectors including:

Automation & Manufacturing

Process & Packaging

Medical Devices

Aerospace & Defence

Marine & Oil & Gas

Attend trade shows, exhibitions, and client meetings

Achieve and exceed sales targets, revenue goals, and KPIs

Key skills required for the Sales Engineer - Sensors role based in Towcester:

Proven experience in technical sales / engineering sales / field sales

Background in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Automation

Experience selling industrial products, sensors, or technical solutions

Strong knowledge of B2B sales processes and account management

Experience using CRM systems (Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar)

Full UK driving licence (field-based role)

Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills

This is a newly created position for a Sales Engineer coming from a mechanical or electrical background that's is self-motivated and able to manage a regional sales territory

APPLY NOW! To apply for the Sales Engineer - Sensors role covering the whole of the UK, please send your CV to (url removed), or for more information contact Mike Belmar on (phone number removed)

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