Sales Engineer

Reference: #46_1794211041

SALES ENGINEER | POWER GENERATION & DATA CENTRES

Location: Cape Town and Johannesburg

About the role

We are looking for 2 technically minded Sales Engineers to support the development and sale of power-generation solutions. The role will involve understanding customer requirements, supporting equipment selection and preparing technical proposals for standby and critical-power applications, including data centres.

This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys combining technical problem-solving with customer engagement and commercial sales.

Key responsibilities

  • Review customer enquiries, technical specifications, drawings and tender documents.
  • Understand customer load requirements, operating conditions and project scope.
  • Support the selection and sizing of generator systems and associated equipment.
  • Prepare technical proposals, quotations, equipment schedules and supporting documentation.
  • Identify assumptions, exclusions and technical deviations within proposals.
  • Work with sales, engineering, suppliers and project teams to address technical queries.
  • Attend customer meetings and support technical presentations and site assessments.
  • Assist with tender submissions and respond to technical clarifications.
  • Maintain accurate records of quotations and proposals.
  • Support the handover of successful projects to the delivery team.

What we are looking for

  • A technical background in power generation, electrical systems, electromechanical equipment or a related field.
  • Experience in technical sales, applications engineering, estimating or preparing proposals.
  • An understanding of generator selection, load requirements, controls and system integration.
  • The ability to read and interpret technical specifications and drawings.
  • Strong attention to detail and a practical approach to problem-solving.
  • Good communication skills and confidence engaging with customers.
  • Exposure to data centre backup power or other critical-power applications would be beneficial.
COMPETITIVE SALARY
Added 09/11/2026
Reference: #46_1794211041

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