At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive sales and build relationships in the exciting field of photonics and laser technology.
- Company: Join a leading scientific instrumentation business in Harpenden, Hertfordshire.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, travel opportunities, and a chance to work with cutting-edge technology.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for growth and autonomy in managing your territory.
- Why this job: Make an impact in advanced technology while developing your sales and technical skills.
- Qualifications: Degree in Physics, Engineering or related field; experience in technical sales is a plus.
A Sales Engineer (Photonics) is sought to join a leading scientific instrumentation business in Harpenden, Hertfordshire, supporting customers across the UK & Ireland with advanced photonics, laser, optical and test & measurement solutions. The Sales Engineer (Photonics) will be expected to develop strong technical and commercial relationships with customers across universities, research institutes, industrial R&D organisations, telecommunications, quantum technology, biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors. You will combine technical expertise with consultative sales skills to identify opportunities, deliver solutions and drive business growth across a specialist territory.
Responsibilities include:
- Develop and implement territory sales plans to achieve and exceed annual order and gross margin targets.
- Identify, qualify and manage sales opportunities for photonics, laser and optical instrumentation products.
- Build strong relationships with universities, research organisations, industrial R&D teams and high-tech manufacturers.
- Generate new business opportunities through proactive customer engagement, lead generation and follow-up activity.
- Manage the full sales cycle from initial enquiry through to quotation, negotiation and order placement.
- Deliver technical presentations, product demonstrations and application support to customers.
- Represent the company at industry exhibitions, conferences and trade events.
- Maintain accurate sales forecasts, customer records and opportunity pipelines using CRM systems.
- Work closely with suppliers, service teams and internal stakeholders to deliver complete customer solutions.
- Provide market intelligence, customer feedback and competitor insights to support business development activities.
Key skills & experience:
- Degree in Physics, Photonics, Engineering, Electronics, Scientific Instrumentation or a related technical discipline.
- Previous experience in technical sales, applications engineering or scientific instrumentation sales.
- Strong understanding of photonics, optics, lasers, test & measurement equipment or related technologies.
- Experience working with research institutions, universities or high-tech industrial customers would be advantageous.
- Commercial awareness with the ability to identify, develop and close sales opportunities.
- Excellent communication, presentation and relationship-building skills.
- Experience using CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong organisational and territory management abilities.
- Self-motivated and capable of managing a territory with a high degree of autonomy.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel throughout the UK & Ireland.
How to apply: Apply now for the Sales Engineer (Photonics) role in Harpenden, Hertfordshire. Send your CV to or call Adam Dighton on 01582 878821.
Sales Engineer in Harpenden employer: Redline Group Ltd
Join a leading scientific instrumentation business in Harpenden, Hertfordshire, where innovation meets opportunity. As a Sales Engineer (Photonics), you will thrive in a collaborative work culture that values technical expertise and consultative sales skills, offering you the chance to build meaningful relationships across diverse sectors such as telecommunications and biotechnology. With a commitment to employee growth and development, this role provides unique advantages including access to cutting-edge technology and the opportunity to represent the company at industry events, making it an excellent employer for those seeking a rewarding career in a dynamic environment.
