Graduate Sales Engineer in Manchester

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Join Emerson as a Graduate Sales Engineer within our UK & Ireland Sales group, where you can expect excellent product, sales & technical training, and the opportunity to learn from some of the most inspiring managers and engineers in the industry!

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Located out of our Stockport office, you will partake in a 12-month rotational programme rotating between our key business areas.
• During this time, you will learn about the products and services we offer, collaborate with our sales and technical teams to deliver excellent customer service, and contribute to business growth by increasing sales opportunities with our customers.
• You will actively participate in opportunity creation, solution engineering, proposal development, negotiation, closing, booking, and processing customer orders.
• Upon completion of the program, you will transition into the role of an Inside Sales Engineer, further nurturing your professional growth within Emerson.
• You will be required to live within a commutable distance of our Stockport office (or be willing to relocate).

Throughout the program, you will be paired with a Mentor from our organisation, as well as a Buddy who has previously participated in the Graduate Programme. Their guidance and support will ensure your growth and development. You will also be involved in numerous continuous improvement projects which will allow you to build your network whilst gaining additional skills and experiences that support the ongoing success of our organisation.

Who You Are: You will be a driven graduate, with the desire to develop your skills through working with industry-leading customers, making an impact from day one and participating in projects that will allow you to rapidly learn, innovate, and build connections.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Be on course to achieve a Bachelors Degree or Masters in a STEM discipline, with a graduation date between 2025-2026.
• Be motivated and curious with a strong desire to succeed.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexibility to travel.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• An interest within the Engineering field or a degree within Engineering.

At Emerson, we believe that collaboration drives innovation. Join our team as a Graduate Sales Engineer and be a part of something progressive! Apply today and let’s shape the future together!

The deadline for applications is 20th Feb 2026. An Assessment Centre will be held in April 2026. Expected start date for successful candidates: September 2026.

Our Culture & Commitment to You: By joining Emerson as a Graduate, you will be working at the heart of our business. The skills and business insight gained can serve as an invaluable foundation toward developing your career within our global organisation. We offer plenty of opportunities for advancement and support this through our formal personal development planning process.

Our on-boarding program uses a blended learning approach to get you up and running as quickly as possible. You benefit from Emerson certified trainers with extensive knowledge of our customers, products, and applications.

At Emerson, we prioritise a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact.

We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. We recognise the importance of employee wellbeing and prioritise providing competitive benefit plans to meet yours and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide wellbeing benefits, healthcare plans, eyecare, benefits centred around professional development, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid family leave (maternal, adoption, and paternal) and holiday leave.