At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop sales strategies and build relationships in the renewable energy sector.
- Company: Join a global leader in renewable energy solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, bonus scheme, and private healthcare.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional development and travel.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in sustainable energy while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Degree in Engineering or Environmental Science; experience in technical sales.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Astute's Renewables Team is partnering with a global provider of renewable energy and resource recovery solutions, to recruit a Sales Engineer for its UK operations. The Sales Engineer role comes with a competitive salary, company pension, and the opportunity to work within an expanding international business at the forefront of the renewable energy sector. If you're a Sales Engineer or Business Development professional with experience in waste treatment, anaerobic digestion, biogas or renewable energy, and you're looking to join a business that delivers innovative sustainable solutions, then submit your CV to apply today.
Responsibilities and duties of the Sales Engineer role
- Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will:
- Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve annual revenue and business growth objectives.
- Identify, qualify and convert new business opportunities across sectors including waste management, agriculture, local authorities and industrial customers.
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients, consultants, contractors and key industry stakeholders.
- Generate new opportunities through networking, market research, referrals and proactive business development activity.
- Work closely with the engineering team to develop technically and commercially competitive proposals.
- Provide regular sales forecasts, pipeline updates and market feedback to senior management.
- Monitor market trends, customer requirements and competitor activity to support future business strategy.
- Represent the company at exhibitions, conferences and industry events to strengthen market presence.
- Lead commercial negotiations through to contract award and handover.
- Expand the company's aftersales and operations & maintenance service agreements across existing anaerobic digestion facilities.
Professional qualifications
- Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
- Experience in technical sales, sales engineering or business development.
- Background in anaerobic digestion, biogas, wastewater, waste management or renewable energy.
- Good understanding of renewable energy technologies and plant processes.
- Knowledge of UK environmental regulations and permitting is desirable.
- Commercial awareness, including project costing, CAPEX/OPEX and ROI.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
Personal skills
- The Sales Engineer role would suit someone who is:
- Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
- Commercially driven with a proactive mindset.
- Technically minded and customer focused.
- Self-motivated, organised and able to manage multiple priorities.
- A collaborative team player with a passion for renewable energy.
Salary and benefits of the Sales Engineer role
- Competitive salary (DOE)
- Company pension
- Bonus scheme
- Company car or car allowance
- Private healthcare (where applicable)
- Ongoing professional development and training
- Opportunity to work for an established global business within the renewable energy sector
Sales Engineer in Birmingham employer: Astute People
Join a leading consultancy in Cambridge that values innovation and excellence, offering a dynamic work culture where your expertise in project leadership will thrive. With competitive benefits including a strong bonus scheme, private healthcare, and a hybrid work model, you'll find ample opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive environment. This is not just a job; it's a chance to make a meaningful impact in the construction industry while enjoying a balanced work-life experience.
