Sales Engineer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES022744/KOE

Date posted:

Friday, August 29, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

300 000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Looking for a Technical Sales Engineer in Cape Town with automation expertise – Strong sales and engineering skills required!

POSITION INFO:
A global leader in industrial automation is seeking a Technical Sales Engineer to expand and support its footprint in the Cape Town region. With innovation driving its product portfolio – including sensors, RFID, connectivity, and industrial networking – this role is ideal for a technically skilled, commercially minded professional who thrives on turning engineering expertise into sales growth.

Non-Negotiable Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or similar
2–5 years’ experience in technical sales, application engineering, or industrial automation
Proven track record of building technical solutions and meeting/exceeding sales targets
Strong knowledge of sensors, RFID, PLCs, industrial networking, and automation systems
Willingness to travel for client visits, site assessments, and trade events

Job Experience & Skills Required:

Develop and deliver tailored automation solutions for clients in automotive, logistics, and manufacturing
Conduct on-site consultations, building strong technical-commercial partnerships
Design and present customized systems using advanced automation technologies
Prepare technical quotes, specifications, and proposals for clients
Partner with the sales team to drive new business and expand market share
Provide after-sales technical support and training to ensure client success
Stay ahead of industry trends, competitor offerings, and client needs
Represent the company at trade shows and industry events

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ð© Zani Deysel-Koekemoer
Career Engineer

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