Region: South EnglandIndustry: Overhead Cranes, Lifting Equipment, Material HandlingEmployment Type: Full-TimeSalary: Competitive base + commission + car + benefits
About the Role
We are seeking a driven and technically confident Sales Engineer to jpin our client and develop new business and manage existing customer relationships across the South of England.
The successful candidate will promote a full range of overhead crane products and services- including new equipment, modernisations, servicing, inspections, and repairs- to industrial clients across sectors such as manufacturing, warehousing, ports, engineering, and process industries.
This is a customer-facing role requiring strong technical understanding, commercial awareness, and the ability to identify and propose tailored lifting solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Grow sales revenue across the region through new business development and account management
Conduct site surveys to understand customer requirements and recommend suitable crane systems, upgrades, or service packages
Prepare technical proposals, quotations, and project costings
Work closely with engineering, service, and project teams to deliver accurate solutions
Promote LOLER-compliant service and inspection contracts
Develop strong relationships with end users, OEMs, and contractors
Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting through to order closure
Attend industry events, exhibitions, and customer meetings as required
Maintain CRM records, sales forecasts, and activity reports
Skills & Experience Required
Proven sales experience within the overhead cranes, lifting equipment, material handling, or associated mechanical/electrical engineering sectors
Strong technical understanding of overhead crane systems (single girder, double girder, gantry cranes, hoists, modernisations, control systems)
Ability to read technical drawings and conduct on-site assessments
Confident communicator with strong negotiation and presentation skills
Self-motivated, commercially minded, and comfortable working autonomously
Full UK driving licence
Engineering qualification (mechanical or electrical) is highly advantageous
What’s on Offer
Competitive base salary
Uncapped commission structure
Company car or car allowance
Pension and benefits
Ongoing technical and sales training
Opportunity to join a growing business with a strong reputation in the lifting industry
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