Sales Engineer (Process Industries)

TL;DR

Sales Engineer (Process Industries): Driving sustainable business growth by establishing customer relationships and providing technical expertise for fluid management solutions with an accent on consultative sales and technical advisory. Focus on identifying new opportunities, managing a robust pipeline, and delivering tailored solutions to industrial and water treatment customers.

Location: Must be based in the UK (Midlands or East Anglia) with 60-70% travel required.

Company

Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, part of the FTSE100 hirify.global, is a global leader in peristaltic pumping and fluid path technologies for critical industrial and life science processes.

What you will do

• Identify and engage potential customers through research, networking, and industry events.
• Manage a sustainable pipeline of opportunities and provide accurate sales forecasts.
• Act as a trusted advisor by providing technical expertise and tailored solutions to key accounts.
• Conduct on-site and virtual product demonstrations to showcase features and benefits.
• Collaborate with internal support functions to ensure timely follow-ups and project implementation.
• Research market and competitor trends to maintain a competitive edge in the industry.

Requirements

• BSc or Diploma in an aligned technical subject or equivalent industry experience.
• Proven technical sales experience selling process capital equipment into industrial customers.
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record in both key account management and business development.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with excellent problem-solving and networking skills.
• Ability to travel 60-70% across the designated patch in the UK.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and generous holiday allowance.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Three days of paid volunteering leave per year.
• Comprehensive inclusion benefits including gender-neutral parental leave and caregiver support.
• Supportive team environment focused on safety, collaboration, and professional growth.