Sales Engineer

Job description

Sales Engineer – Overhead Cranes

We are working with a well-established UK lifting solutions business that designs, supplies and supports overhead crane systems for a wide range of industries. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Sales Engineer to develop and manage customer relationships across the Midlands and South East, with some UK-wide travel as required.

This is a consultative, solutions-led sales role, well suited to someone with an engineering background who enjoys working closely with customers to solve lifting and material handling challenges.

The role

• Selling overhead crane systems and associated lifting solutions into a broad mix of industrial environments
• Managing and developing an existing customer base while identifying and converting new business opportunities
• Working closely with customers to understand their operational needs and propose technically appropriate solutions
• Producing quotations, proposals and supporting technical documentation
• Liaising with internal engineering, project and service teams to ensure smooth delivery from enquiry through to installation
• Attending site visits, surveys and customer meetings across your territory

Territory

• Primary focus on the Midlands and South East of England
• Some UK-wide travel will be required depending on projects and customer needs

What they are looking for

• Experience in technical or engineering-led sales, ideally within cranes, lifting equipment or capital equipment
• Strong understanding of mechanical or electrical engineering principles
• Confident communicator who can build long-term relationships at all levels
• Comfortable working independently in a field-based role
• Full UK driving licence

Package and benefits

• Basic salary of £40,000 to £60,000 depending on experience
• Quarterly bonus scheme with realistic earnings of £10,000 to £15,000 per year
• Polestar electric company car
• Opportunity to work with a respected lifting solutions specialist and a strong product offering
• Long-term career progression within a growing business

This role offers a great balance of technical engagement, autonomy and earning potential for a Sales Engineer looking to work with high-quality overhead crane systems across the UK.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Coventry

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

06-03-2026

Profession type

Sales

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English