Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Sales Engineer (Marine / Engine Controls)
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Sales Engineer (Marine / Engine Controls)
£45,000 - £55,000 + Company Car + Progression to Sales Leadership + Training + Company Benefits
Location
South of England (Field Based)
About the Opportunity
Are you a Sales Engineer or Marine Engineer looking to join a growing international engineering group where you can utilise your technical expertise to win new business, manage key accounts, and progress into leading your own sales team?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist engineering business that designs and supplies advanced engine control, power management, and automation solutions for the commercial marine sector. Backed by a large European group, the company offers the stability of an established OEM while giving you the autonomy to shape your territory.
In this role, you'll take ownership of the full sales cycle across the South of England, developing new business while managing strategic customer accounts throughout major ports and maritime hubs. You'll provide consultative, solution-led sales support to customers operating commercial vessels, offshore assets, and marine power systems.
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The Role:
- Developing new business across the Southern UK marine sector
- Managing key customer accounts from enquiry through to project delivery
- Selling engine control, automation, and power management solutions
- Visiting ports, shipyards, vessel operators, and marine engineering customers
- Field-based role with regular UK travel and occasional international travel
The Person:
- Background in marine engineering, power generation, or industrial engineering
- Technical sales experience or an engineering background looking to move into sales
- Full UK driving licence
If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
Reference Number
BBBH26248
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Keywords
Sales Engineer, Technical Sales Engineer, Marine Engineer, Marine Sales, Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Engine Controls, Marine Automation, Power Management, Diesel Engines, Ship Automation, Commercial Marine, Shipping, Marine OEM, Maritime, Southampton, Portsmouth, Bristol, South England
Equal Opportunities Employer
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.
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