Sales Engineer

Recruiter:

Persona Staff

Job Ref:

CPT006379/N

Date posted:

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Our client in the manufacturing industry is looking to employ a Sales Engineer to join their dynamic team based in Cape Town.

POSITION INFO:
Responsibilities:

Design / update existing PCB designs with analog and digital subsystems.
Respond to sales inquiries from new and existing clients.
Formulate suitable technical and commercial solutions to meet customer requirements.
Conduct site inspections, when required, to gather the necessary details for accurate quotation preparation.
Prepare and compile quotations, tenders, technical documentation and costing schedules.
Ensure proposals align with company and customer commercial terms and conditions.
Gather and organize all required returnable documents and attachments for tender submissions.
Perform cost calculations to determine project margins and selling prices
Liaise with internal engineering teams to ensure accurate solutions and provide project support.
Follow up on the status and outcomes of submitted tenders and quotations.
Source updated pricing from internal teams and preferred suppliers for accurate costing.
Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting through to closing deals.
Provide technical support and guidance to customers.
Take over special projects outside of core function on an ad hoc basis.
Stay up to date with industry trends, competitor activity, and market opportunities.
Represent the company at trade shows
Build and maintain strong customer relationships while identifying new business opportunities.

Requirements:

BSc/BEng Degree or Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
At least 5 years proven experience in technical sales or a similar role within the engineering sector.
Strong technical aptitude and ability understand customer applications and requirements.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Self-motivated, target-driven, and able to work independently.
Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel for client visits and exhibitions nationally and internationally.
Matric certificate.
Ability to work in a team.

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Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive feedback within 48 hours, please accept your application as unsuccessful.

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