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Technical Sales Engineer

Job Title: Technical Sales Engineer

Location: Farnworth, Bolton, BL4 0AN

Salary: £38,000 – £45,000 per annum

Job Type: Full time, Permanent

Working Hours: 38 hours per week; Monday to Thursday 07:30 to 16:00 and Friday 07:30 to 12:50

 

Are you a technically minded professional with a passion for customer engagement and innovative solutions?

Backer Heatrod Ltd is seeking a proactive Technical Sales Engineer to join our dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity to combine engineering expertise with commercial insight in a role that supports both internal and external sales activities.

About The Company:

Backer Heatrod is a leading UK manufacturer of electric heating elements and industrial heating solutions. As part of the global NIBE Element Group, we design and produce both standard and bespoke heating products for a wide range of industries including process, food & beverage, and chemical sectors.

What You'll Do:

  • Act as a technical point of contact for customer enquiries and projects
  • Deliver tailored proposals and presentations
  • Identify customer needs and engineer bespoke solutions
  • Develop new business and nurture existing relationships
  • Collaborate with engineering and production teams
  • Support product development and quality assurance
  • Maintain accurate CRM records and produce sales reports
  • Travel to customer sites across the UK (pool car provided)

What We're Looking For:

  • Essential:
    • HNC or Degree in Engineering
    • Experience in customer-facing sales roles
    • Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards
    • Strong IT skills (MS Office, CRM systems)
    • Excellent communication and time management skills
    • Commercial awareness and ability to manage multiple projects
    Desirable:
    • Mechanical or Electrical engineering background
    • Experience in lean manufacturing or 5S
    • Knowledge of heating element industry
    • SolidWorks proficiency
    • Project management experience

What we can offer you:

  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Cash Health Plan and EAP
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Full training and support
  • Opportunities for career progression
  • Friendly and inclusive working environment
  • Company pension scheme
  • On-site parking


To apply, please email [email protected]

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