Our client, one of the world’s leading engineering companies, based in Wymondham are currently seeking a driven and commercially minded Technical Sales Engineer to join our client in an outward-facing, client-focused role.
About the Role
- Primarily a Monday–Friday position
- Field-based role with regular international travel
- High level of autonomy and responsibility
- Main Office based in Wymondham
This position combines technical expertise with proactive sales activity, supporting both existing customers and developing new business opportunities across Europe, Turkey, and the rest of the world. The successful candidate will be responsible for selling mission‑critical electronic marine products, with a focus on the company brand.
Key Knowledge, Skills & Experience
- Previous experience in a technical sales or outward-facing sales role
- Engineering background or hands‑on experience as an engineer (essential)
- Ability to understand and assess technical installations, particularly within marine or yacht environments
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Self‑motivated with excellent organisational and time‑management abilities
- Willingness and ability to travel internationally on a regular basis
- Previous experience in the yachting or commercial marine markets
- Familiarity with electrical systems
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and grow a portfolio of existing clients, maximising business opportunities and strengthening relationships
- Identify and develop new business opportunities with prospective customers across the EU, Turkey, and the rest of the world
- Conduct regular client visits, including overseas travel (approximately 9 days per month)
- Carry out onboard yacht assessments, advising on equipment placement and suitability based on technical specifications and spatial constraints
- Perform service reviews with existing customers to ensure satisfaction and identify further opportunities
- Work closely with the Managing Director on sales strategy and key accounts
- Independently manage your diary and travel schedule to meet business needs
- Act as understudy to company GM to learn to design and quote system solutions
- Develop and maintain relationships with a global network of distributors, installers, OEMs, and yacht owners/captains
- Identify and develop new business opportunities with both OEM and refit customers
- Hosting technical trainings to members of the marine industry; boatbuilders and partners.
- Attending tradeshows including, but not limited to METS, Monaco Yacht Show, Fort Lauderdale, Seaworks, and Workboat Show, Palm Beach, FLIBS, METS,
- Provide technical training and pre‑and post‑sales support
- Accurately log customer and opportunity details in both Salesforce and Simpro
Additional Information
This role will work alongside an existing counterpart based in Florida, with responsibility for the EU, Turkish, and worldwide markets.
Todd Hayes Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.
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