technical sales engineer | Scrabble & Jigsaw

Posted on June 20, 2025

Job Description

Job Opportunity: Technical Sales Engineer

A Technical Sales Engineer job description typically focuses on selling technical products, requiring both strong sales skills and in-depth technical knowledge. They identify customer needs, develop sales proposals, and build relationships with clients, often working closely with engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities:

- Understanding Customer Needs:

Technical Sales Representatives must be able to analyze customer requirements and understand their specific needs, particularly when it comes to complex technical solutions.

- Developing Sales Proposals:

Creating tailored sales proposals that address specific customer needs and demonstrate the value of the products or services.

- Building and Maintaining Relationships:

Cultivating strong relationships with clients through regular communication, providing technical support, and ensuring customer satisfaction.

- Collaborating with Internal Teams:

Working closely with engineering, product development, and other internal teams to ensure successful product implementation and customer satisfaction.

- Meeting Sales Goals:

Achieving and exceeding sales targets through effective sales strategies and relationship building.

- Providing Technical Support:

Offering technical support and guidance to customers throughout the sales process and beyond.

- Staying Current:

Keeping up-to-date with industry trends, new product releases, and competitor information.

Required Skills

- Strong Sales Skills:

Excellent communication, negotiation, and closing skills are essential for success in this role.

- Technical Expertise:

A strong understanding of the products or services being sold, along with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.

- Problem-Solving Skills:

The ability to identify and solve customer problems and provide effective solutions.

- Relationship Building:

The ability to build and maintain strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.

- Communication Skills:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills are crucial for effectively communicating with customers and internal teams.

- Analytical Skills:

The ability to analyze customer needs and identify potential sales opportunities.

- Presentation Skills:

The ability to present product information clearly and effectively.

Qualifications:

• BE Electrical/Electronics/Mechanical or equivalent (MBA preferred but not must)

Desired Experience and Skills:

• Interaction with automotive OEMs

• Proficiency in SAP/ERP systems

• Familiarity with Manufacturing Processes

• 2-3 years of experience in Sales in Automotive Industry (EV preferred)

• Proven experience in selling electric vehicle parts is highly desirable.

• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong analytical abilities, with the capability to interpret sales data and market trends.

• Self-motivated and proactive attitude, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM software.

• Willingness to travel as needed to meet with clients and attend industry events.

• Adaptability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with a willingness to embrace change and innovation.