573 Technical Sales Engineer jobs in South Africa

Job Title : Technical Sales Engineer

Department : Sales / Engineering

Location : Randburg

Reports To : Sales Manager / Head of Sales / Technical Director

Job Summary

The Technical Sales Engineer acts as a key link between the sales team and the engineering or technical team. This role involves understanding customer requirements, providing technical solutions, and supporting the sales process by demonstrating how products meet client needs. The ideal candidate has both strong technical knowledge and excellent interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Understand and analyze customer requirements and challenges.
• Present and demonstrate products or services to potential and existing clients.
• Provide technical support and expertise during the sales process.
• Prepare and deliver technical proposals, quotes, and documentation.
• Collaborate with the engineering / product team to customize solutions.
• Respond to RFPs and RFIs with technical accuracy and completeness.
• Attend client meetings, trade shows, and conferences as required.
• Maintain CRM records, pipeline tracking, and regular reporting.
• Support post-sale activities such as training, installation, and troubleshooting (if applicable).
• Stay current on industry trends, competitor products, and emerging technologies.

Required Qualifications

Skills & Competencies

Preferred Qualifications (Optional)

Working Conditions

Overview

Exciting opportunity for a dynamic Technical Sales Engineer to join a market leader in industrial automation solutions. This hybrid role combines client engagement with technical expertise, offering the chance to drive sales growth while solving complex customer challenges.

Our client, a global leader in automation and sensor technologies, is seeking a driven Technical Sales Engineer to strengthen their presence in South Africa. In this role, you’ll partner with clients across multiple industries, identify opportunities, and provide tailored solutions that add real value to their operations.

• Develop and maintain strong customer relationships within key industries
• Identify new business opportunities and convert leads into sales
• Provide technical product demonstrations, presentations, and support
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful solution delivery
• Prepare proposals, quotations, and tender submissions
• Achieve sales targets and contribute to strategic growth initiatives

• National Diploma / BTech / BSc in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in technical sales, ideally within automation, sensors, or industrial solutions
• Strong technical knowledge and the ability to translate customer needs into solutions
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel nationally
• Solution-oriented with strong problem-solving ability
• Confident in client-facing environments
• Self-motivated and target-driven
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities

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• Identify and engage potential clients, understanding their specific needs to provide customized technical solutions.
• Must be able to do engineering calculations for conveyors, hoists, Agitators ect.
• Deliver presentations and demonstrations to showcase the value and functionality of Madacan Africa / Motovario Product range.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with both new and existing clients, ensuring high levels of satisfaction.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including engineering and marketing, to align on strategies and client requirements.
• Meet and exceed individual sales targets and objectives.
• Keep abreast of industry trends, market dynamics, and competitor activities.
• Prepare detailed sales forecasts, updates, and reports for management.
  
  

• Identify and engage potential clients, understanding their specific needs to provide customized technical solutions.
• Must be able to do engineering calculations for conveyors, hoists, Agitators ect.
• Deliver presentations and demonstrations to showcase the value and functionality of Madacan Africa / Motovario Product range.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with both new and existing clients, ensuring high levels of satisfaction.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including engineering and marketing, to align on strategies and client requirements.
• Meet and exceed individual sales targets and objectives.
• Keep abreast of industry trends, market dynamics, and competitor activities.
• Prepare detailed sales forecasts, updates, and reports for management.
  
  

• Proven experience in technical sales or a related field.
• Strong understanding of industrial geared motor industry and clients
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to explain technical concepts in a clear and compelling manner.
• Results-driven and capable of working independently.
  
  

• BSc Engineering or equivalent technical qualification
• Familiarity with Variable speed drives, Electrical motors and industrial gearboxes
• Experience in a similar field with proven sales track record
  
  

• Market-related salary with commission opportunities.
• Medical Aid.
• Retirement Annuity.
• Vehicle Allowance.
• Fuel Allowance.
• Comprehensive support for your professional development.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
  
  
  
  

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Sales and Business Development
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Our client is a proudly South African company, supplying tungsten carbide cutting tools and holding tools to the engineering and manufacturing industries. They specialise in total tooling solutions, offering expert guidance from basic tooling to advanced CNC programming and turnkey projects to increase their customer’s efficiency and reduce manufacturing costs.

They are looking for a passionate, motivated, self-driven Technical Sales Engineer who can identify and engage current and potential customers and articulate solutions that their products can provide in Pretoria and East Rand.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Business Development: Proactively identify and pursue new opportunities in the tungsten carbide cutting & holding tools industry to expand customer base. Provide tooling solutions and expert guidance from basic tooling to advanced CNC programming and turnkey projects, increasing customer efficiency and reducing manufacturing costs.
2. Customer Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with customers to understand their needs and provide customized tooling solutions.
3. Account Growth: Grow business within existing accounts and convert new leads into active customers.
4. Sales Strategy Execution: Develop and implement strategic sales plans to meet or exceed targets.
5. Technical Demonstrations: Conduct product tests and demonstrations to prove performance benefits, including improved manufacturing times or cost-per-component savings.
6. Sales Administration: Maintain up-to-date records of sales activities and ensure regular updates on the company CRM system.
7. Cross-functional Collaboration: Coordinate with national sales teams and internal departments like finance, stock control, and stores to support the sales process.
8. Reporting & Forecasting: Participate in sales meetings, report on KPI progress, and deliver accurate sales forecasts and updates.
9. Product & Industry Knowledge: Stay informed on company products, industry developments, and competitor activities through continuous learning and training.
10. Professional Representation: Uphold a professional image of the company in all customer and industry interactions.

Requirements:

1. Programmer/Machinist, experienced in programming & setting CNC machines, mills, and lathes.
2. 3 Years’ experience in engineering in manufacturing industry – CNC machines.
3. Strong understanding of carbide cutting tools and their applications.
4. Proven sales track record experience in carbide tooling sales. (Advantageous)
5. Computer literacy is essential, with at least basic to intermediate proficiency in Excel, required to track sales, conduct research, and perform related tasks digitally.
6. Availability for in-person meetings at the Edenvale office at least once a week.
7. Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
8. Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment.
9. Valid driver’s license with own reliable vehicle.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Sales, Engineering, and Management

Industries: Manufacturing and Engineering Services

• Minimum of 5 years experience in sales of pumps and valves within PEC industries (Pulp, Energy, Chemicals additional sectors such as Power, Mining, or Oil & Gas will be advantageous)
• Proven ability to perform technical sizing, selection, and application support
• Strong track record of building and maintaining customer relationships at all levels
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Mechanical/Engineering qualification (N6 / Diploma / Degree) preferred
• Valid drivers license and willingness to travel as required

• Be part of a well-established engineering solutions provider with global partnerships
• Opportunity to represent premium pump and valve brands across multiple industries
• Stable environment with strong long-term career growth potential
• Exposure to both technical challenges and strategic sales opportunities