Sales Engineer
Sell complex scientific technology, equipment, systems or services.
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- What's it like to be a Sales Engineer?
- How to become a Sales Engineer
- Latest Sales Engineer jobs
- Top skills and experience for Sales Engineers
What's it like to be a Sales Engineer?
Sales Engineers work in businesses that sell complex equipment, systems, or services in scientific or technology-related fields. Depending on the organizational structure, they may be part of a sales team or lead a sales group that regularly works with clients at different levels. Sales Engineers use their strong technological understanding of a product or service and match solutions to the needs of their clients. They answer sales inquiries across all levels and work with Scientists and Engineers.
Tasks and duties
- Preparing and delivering technical presentations to clients.
- Communicating and assessing the technical requirements of Engineers or Scientists.
- Collaborating with sales teams and assisting in managing the sales process.
- Customizing features and options to meet client needs.
- Recommending products or services to meet business objectives.
How to become a Sales Engineer
To become a Sales Engineer you usually need a formal education and a strong understanding of scientific or technical concepts.
- Complete a related bachelor degree in business, sciences or engineering. Taking up studies takes three to five years at a recognized educational institution.
- Develop skills in communication and sales strategies through certification courses. Depending on the industry, taking up extracurricular studies helps you gain an advantage in getting the role.
- Having related sales experience and existing business relationships helps in becoming successful in the role. Starting with an entry-level sales position helps develop your skills in presenting and driving sales to meet business objectives.
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Sales Engineer employers on Jobstreet are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Sales
Quotation
Technical Presentation
Negotiation
Relationship Management
Drivers Licence
Lead Generation
Electrical Engineering
Product Presentation
Mechanical Engineering
Presentation Skills
Sales Process
Sales Engineering
Technical Aptitude
Communication Skills
Prospecting
Sales Support
Bidding
Closing Sales
Business Opportunity
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