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Technical Sales Engineer Automation


Job Location:

Pretoria - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 29 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Reference: NES028226-KM-1

Technical Sales Engineer - Automation
Are you a technically minded sales professional with a passion for industrial automation and customer engagement

Join a leading automation solutions provider where youll drive business growth build strong client relationships and deliver innovative PLC HMI VFD and Industrial IoT solutions to the mining and industrial sectors.
Duties & Responsibilities
Job & Company Description:
Our client is a respected automation solutions provider serving the mining manufacturing and industrial sectors. They are seeking a dynamic Technical Sales Engineer to identify new business opportunities develop strategic customer relationships and provide tailored automation solutions that improve operational efficiency and productivity.

The successful candidate will combine technical expertise with commercial acumen working closely with customers to understand their operational challenges and recommend effective automation and control solutions. You will be responsible for generating new business preparing technical proposals conducting presentations and driving sales growth within your territory.

Education:

  • BTech National Diploma BEng in:
    • Electrical Engineering
    • Electronic Engineering
    • Mechatronic Engineering
Job Experience & Skills Required:
  • 2-5 years experience in technical sales within the automation electrical or industrial sector
  • Strong understanding of PLCs HMIs Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) Industrial Networks and Control Systems
  • Experience selling automation products and solutions to mining manufacturing or heavy industrial customers
  • Ability to provide technical consultation and solution-based selling
  • Proven track record of business development and achieving sales targets
  • Strong presentation negotiation and relationship-building skills
  • Experience preparing quotations proposals and technical documentation
  • Mining industry exposure will be highly advantageous
  • Self-motivated customer-focused and results-driven
  • Valid drivers license and own reliable transport
  • Willingness to travel to customer sites throughout Gauteng and surrounding regions
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For more information contact:
Karabo Mnguni


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