Technical Sales Engineer (Acoustics)
Outsourcery
20 days ago
Full-time
Remote
Web Development
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Our client is an industry\-leading, independent acoustic consultancy, delivering acoustic consulting and sound insulation testing services to clients throughout the UK. They are currently looking for a Technical Sales Engineer to join their team and help drive continued growth.
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The ideal candidate will have strong technical capability, with a degree in Acoustics, Engineering, Physics, Building Services, or a related discipline. You need to be sales\-driven, a strong relationship builder, with experience in B2B client management and sales.
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What You'll be Doing<\/b>
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Technical Sales & Client Support<\/b>
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- Act as the first point of contact for inbound technical sales enquiries, responding promptly and professionally.
<\/span><\/li>- Understand client requirements through active listening, needs analysis, and technical discussion, and recommend appropriate services and products.
<\/span><\/li>- Provide expert technical support throughout the sales process, offering insights into product performance, testing methodologies, and acoustic solutions.
<\/span><\/li> <\/ul>Quotation, Specification & Proposal Management<\/b>
<\/div>- Prepare accurate, technically robust quotations and specifications for acoustic panelling products, consultancy services, and testing\/design work.
<\/span><\/li>- Develop high\-quality sales proposals, tender submissions, and supporting documentation that clearly communicate scope, value, and technical compliance.
<\/span><\/li>- Liaise with internal technical and design teams to ensure all proposals are viable, costed appropriately, and technically sound.
<\/span><\/li> <\/ul>Business Development & Growth Initiatives<\/b>
<\/div>- Support proactive business development through follow\-up of inbound leads, participation in targeted outreach campaigns, and engagement with prospective clients.
<\/span><\/li>- Identify and qualify new opportunities within existing accounts and across target sectors.
<\/span><\/li>- Collaborate with marketing and senior leadership to refine sales strategies and contribute to pipeline growth.
<\/span><\/li> <\/ul>Account Management & Relationship Building<\/b>
<\/div>- Build and maintain strong, professional client relationships based on trust, technical credibility, and timely delivery.
<\/span><\/li>- Act as a trusted advisor to clients, articulating the benefits of proposed acoustic solutions and supporting decision\-making.
<\/span><\/li>- Coordinate regular follow\-up and communication to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
<\/span><\/li> <\/ul>Financial Administration & Sales Support<\/b>
<\/div>- Support financial administration related to sales, including basic bookkeeping, invoicing, and payment recording.
<\/span><\/li>- Track outstanding invoices and follow up with clients to chase payments in a professional and timely manner.
<\/span><\/li>- Liaise with internal teams and external accountants to ensure billing and financial records are accurate and up to date.
<\/span><\/li>- Provide cover for other sales team members during periods of annual leave, including managing enquiries, emails, and associated admin tasks to maintain continuity of service.<\/span>
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<\/div><\/span>Requirements<\/h3>
Qualifications & Technical Background<\/b>
<\/div>- Degree\-qualified in Acoustics, Engineering, Physics, Building Services, or a related discipline.
<\/span><\/li>- Postgraduate qualification in acoustics or noise & vibration and\/or professional membership (e.g. IOA) is desirable but not essential.
<\/span><\/li> <\/ul>Technical Knowledge<\/b>
<\/div>- Solid understanding of acoustic principles and their application to consultancy, testing, design, and product\-based solutions.
<\/span><\/li>- Familiarity with acoustic products such as sound absorption panels, barriers, and finishes, including performance criteria and relevant standards.
<\/span><\/li>- Ability to interpret and produce technical specifications and supporting documentation.
<\/span><\/li> <\/ul>Sales & Commercial Experience<\/b>
<\/div>- Experience in a technical sales, sales engineering, or client\-facing consultancy role within acoustics, construction, or a related engineering sector.
<\/span><\/li>- Confident managing enquiries, preparing quotations, and developing technically and commercially sound proposals.
<\/span><\/li>- Good commercial awareness, including pricing and margin considerations.
<\/span><\/li> <\/ul>Client & Communication Skills<\/b>
<\/div>- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to a range of stakeholders.
<\/span><\/li>- Professional and responsive approach to client relationship management.
<\/span><\/li> <\/ul>Business Development & Organisation<\/b>
<\/div>- Proactive attitude to business development, lead follow\-up, and supporting marketing initiatives.
<\/span><\/li>- Well organised, detail\-focused, and comfortable using CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools.
<\/span><\/li> <\/ul>Personal Attributes<\/b>
<\/div>- Self\-motivated, adaptable, and able to work independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
<\/span><\/li>- Practical, solutions\-focused mindset with a desire to develop both technical and commercial skills.<\/span>
<\/li>- Fluent English (written and spoken).
<\/li>- Ability to work remotely with own work\-from\-home setup.
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- Well organised, detail\-focused, and comfortable using CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools.
- Professional and responsive approach to client relationship management.
- Confident managing enquiries, preparing quotations, and developing technically and commercially sound proposals.
- Familiarity with acoustic products such as sound absorption panels, barriers, and finishes, including performance criteria and relevant standards.
- Postgraduate qualification in acoustics or noise & vibration and\/or professional membership (e.g. IOA) is desirable but not essential.
- Track outstanding invoices and follow up with clients to chase payments in a professional and timely manner.
- Act as a trusted advisor to clients, articulating the benefits of proposed acoustic solutions and supporting decision\-making.
- Identify and qualify new opportunities within existing accounts and across target sectors.
- Develop high\-quality sales proposals, tender submissions, and supporting documentation that clearly communicate scope, value, and technical compliance.
- Understand client requirements through active listening, needs analysis, and technical discussion, and recommend appropriate services and products.