Internal Sales Engineer

Job description

Job Description

Applications Engineer / Internal Sales Engineer

Location: UK-based

Working Pattern: Flexible working available

Sector: Industrial Automation / Systems Integration

Benefits for Applications Engineer / Internal Sales Engineer
Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Car allowance

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working

Personal development and training programme

Free parking and EV charging points

Social and wellbeing programme

Bike to Work scheme

Introduction for Applications Engineer / Internal Sales Engineer

Industrial Connected Talent is supporting a leading industrial automation and systems integration business in the search for an Applications Engineer / Internal Sales Engineer.

This is a technically focused commercial role supporting the sales team with quotations, costings and solution development for automation, control and drive systems. The successful candidate will act as the link between sales and engineering, translating customer requirements into clear, technically robust proposals.

Responsibilities for Applications Engineer / Internal Sales Engineer

As Applications Engineer / Internal Sales Engineer, you will review customer specifications, configure suitable technical solutions and prepare detailed quotations and proposals. You will work closely with sales, engineering, suppliers and customers to ensure solutions are technically viable and commercially competitive.

Prepare quotations, costings, technical specifications and proposals

Configure automation and control solutions from customer requirements

Estimate engineering resources, equipment and project requirements

Produce system topologies and supporting technical documentation

Act as the technical interface between sales and engineering teams

Attend customer surveys, tender meetings and site visits where required

Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and internal teams

Requirements for Applications Engineer / Internal Sales Engineer

The ideal candidate will have an electrical, electronic, mechatronic or automation engineering background with a good understanding of systems integration. Previous experience in applications engineering, estimating, technical sales or controls engineering would be highly relevant.

Degree or equivalent in Electrical, Electronic, Mechatronic Engineering or similar

Understanding of industrial automation and systems integration

Knowledge of PLCs, SCADA/HMI, variable speed drives or control systems

Strong technical writing and proposal preparation skills

Commercial awareness with the ability to understand project costs and scope

Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word and Visio

Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills

Willingness to travel within the UK and occasionally overseas

Desirable Experience for Applications Engineer / Internal Sales Engineer

AC, DC or Servo drives and motor sizing

PLC, SCADA or HMI systems

MES/MIS networks and fieldbus protocols

Robotics and machinery safety systems

Mechanical drives

Industry 4.0 technologies

Previous experience within an automation systems integrator

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

13-09-2026

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