At a Glance
- Tasks: Become a trusted partner, solving production challenges with innovative engineering solutions.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at Composite Integration, shaping industries like aerospace and renewable energy.
- Benefits: Enjoy 30 days annual leave, healthcare cover, and access to fitness facilities.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive culture that values growth and ownership.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in global manufacturing while developing your technical skills.
- Qualifications: Degree in Engineering and experience in manufacturing or engineering environments.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
This is more than a sales role – it’s an opportunity to become a trusted technical partner to customers. You will work closely with manufacturers across the composites industry to understand production processes, identify challenges, and develop tailored engineering solutions that improve efficiency, quality, and performance. From first enquiry through to project commencement, you will manage customer relationships, develop technical proposals and quotations, and work alongside our engineering team to bring solutions to life.
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Location: Saltash, with occasional UK and international travel
Hours: Permanent, Full-Time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm
At Composite Integration, every system we design and manufacture helps shape industries including aerospace, renewable energy, and marine. Our advanced resin mixing and dispensing technology supports the production of some of the world’s largest wind turbine blades, high-performance superyachts, and next-generation aircraft structures. We are looking for a Sales Engineer to join our growing team and help manufacturers solve complex production challenges through innovative engineering solutions. This is a consultative, engineering-led sales role focused on understanding customer processes, identifying opportunities for improvement, and developing tailored equipment solutions that improve efficiency, quality, and performance.
The Role
This is more than a sales role – it’s an opportunity to become a trusted technical partner to customers. You will work closely with manufacturers across the composites industry to understand production processes, identify challenges, and develop tailored engineering solutions that improve efficiency, quality, and performance. From first enquiry through to project commencement, you will manage customer relationships, develop technical proposals and quotations, and work alongside our engineering team to bring solutions to life.
Key Responsibilities
- Building relationships with new and existing customers.
- Understanding manufacturing processes and technical requirements.
- Developing bespoke equipment proposals and quotations.
- Managing opportunities throughout the full sales cycle.
- Working closely with engineering and technical teams to ensure feasibility and alignment with customer requirements.
- Supporting product demonstrations, trials and Factory Acceptance Tests.
- Attending customer visits, tradeshows and occasional international travel.
- Monitoring market trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback.
Required Skills & Experience
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical, Chemical or Materials Engineering, or similar.
- Proven experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
- Strong communication skills and commercial awareness.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
- Confidence discussing technical solutions with customers.
- A proactive, self-motivated attitude.
- Desire to be part of a growing, ambitious business.
- Willingness to travel (UK and Europe).
- Experience in composites manufacturing, automation machinery, industrial equipment or process systems would be highly advantageous.
Our Culture
At Composite Integration, we believe there is always a better way. We live by three values:
- Be Approachable
- Ask Questions
- Own It
We are committed to creating a supportive environment where people can grow, take ownership and make a meaningful impact within the business.
What You Will Get
- 30 days annual leave to start, plus an additional day per year of service (up to five additional days).
- Westfield Healthcare cover including dental and wellbeing support.
- China Fleet Country Club membership with access to gym, pool and facilities.
- Enhanced sick pay at management discretion.
- Regular social and team events.
Your Career – Our Commitment
This role offers the opportunity to become a key part of a growing, engineering-led business supporting manufacturers across global aerospace, renewable energy and marine sectors. You will gain exposure to advanced composites manufacturing technologies, international customers and complex engineering applications, while developing your technical and commercial capabilities within a supportive and ambitious team environment.
Application Process
Please submit your CV along with a brief covering note outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role.
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Solutions-Driven Sales Engineer for Composites & Automation in Cornwall employer: Composite Integration Ltd.
At Composite Integration, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration. Located in Saltash, our team enjoys a supportive environment with ample opportunities for professional growth, competitive benefits including 30 days of annual leave and healthcare coverage, and the chance to work on cutting-edge projects in the composites industry. Join us to make a meaningful impact while developing your skills alongside a passionate and ambitious team.
Contact Details:
Composite Integration Ltd. Recruitment Team
