TECHNICAL SALES ENGINEER
The Position
Join a Business Where You Can Make a Real Difference
We're not looking for someone to simply fill a position—we're looking for someone who wants to build a career.
Are you a commercially savvy mechanical, production or manufacturing engineer? If so, we might have the job for you!
As our new Technical Sales Engineer, you'll become the trusted technical point of contact for our customers, managing quotations, processing orders, creating 3D designs and supporting projects from enquiry through to delivery. Your expertise will enable our Technical Sales Director to step away from the day-to-day operational workload and focus on driving the business forward.
That means your role won't just support the business—it will help shape its future.
As a small, family-run company, every person has the opportunity to make a genuine impact. Your contribution will be recognised, your ideas will be listened to, and you'll have the chance to develop into an increasingly influential role as the business continues to grow.
If you're looking for a role where your ideas matter, your work is appreciated and you can become a key driver in a growing business, we'd love to hear from you. We can’t promise you an interview but we can promise that we will at least do you the curtesy of a response.
The Company
We are a growing modular aluminium profile system company based in Nottinghamshire; a friendly family business with an excellent reputation.
AdaptTech Manufacturing Solutions (formerly mk Profile Systems) sells mechanical modules, components for profile, conveyor and linear technology, as well as factory equipment. We also work closely with and have the full support of mk head office in Germany, which is an established €80m turnover operation.
Our key target markets are largely factory automation companies and we provide numerous bespoke frames and guards, conveyors and conveyor systems. However, we work on a wide variety of projects, frequently including working alongside product designers. We have also been involved in providing sets for a number of high-profile films such as Jurassic World, The Martian and The Marvels.
We're proud to be a family-owned company that genuinely values its people. We believe in providing outstanding customer service while creating a supportive, friendly working environment where everyone is respected, trusted and encouraged to develop.
Job Summary
You will be mentored by our Technical Sales Director who has racked up nearly 30 years of experience in this (niche) industry! The successful candidate will assist in the smooth & efficient running of our busy office and duties will include:
- Preparing quotations & processing orders
- Communication with customers and reading/interpreting technical drawings
- Liaising with customers & suppliers
- Creating 3D designs using Autodesk Inventor
- Working closely with the mk Europe team in Spain
- Stock Management
- Organising shipments and dealing with couriers
Candidate Requirements
Essential Experience
· Proven track record in a technical sales role (3-5 years)
· Competent at evaluating engineering drawings/3D models
· Experience at conversing on mechanical engineering principles
Desirable Experience
· Pneumatics
· Automation
· Electrical
We offer full training and support however you will need to demonstrate your ability to understand mechanical engineering principles & drawings but beyond that a willingness to learn and a positive, enthusiastic attitude is what we are looking for.
Skills and Personal attributes
· Ability to work to tight deadlines to meet customer demand.
- Excellent customer service skills with a focus on building strong client relationships.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaborate with the team.
- Enthusiasm to meet new challenges and opportunities
- Flexibility to adapt to the varying demands of working in a fast -paced environment within a small team set up.
- A willingness to work flexible hours to meet the demands of the business
- Positive ‘can do’ attitude and happy to support colleagues in other roles as required.
- Good commercial awareness
Knowledge
· Confident conversing with engineers
· Competent at using Inventor or Solidworks design software
- Familiar with Microsoft Office in particular Excel
Qualifications
· HND or equivalent in Mechanical/Production or Manufacturing Engineering
The Location
AdaptTech Manufacturing Solutions is situated in Kinoulton in the beautiful Nottinghamshire countryside.
The rural location does necessitate having your own transport as there is no public transport available that fits with working hours.
Why should you apply?
- 25 days annual holiday allowance.
- Generous performance related annual bonus scheme
- As we recognise the importance of a good work/life balance, we offer an additional day of annual leave for major life event eg. marriage, ‘significant’ birthday
- Reward scheme for suggestions outside of job scope that contribute to the business
- Progression with a growth minded business
- On the job and external training opportunities
- Support of colleagues across Europe
- Visit to mk European sites for product training?
- Access to 24hour counselling service for you and your partner
- Life Assurance (3 x annual salary)
Pay: £35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Education:
- Diploma of Higher Education (preferred)
Work Location: In person
