Applications Sales Engineer (5731)
| Posting date: | 11 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £38,000.00 to £42,000.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 July 2025 |
| Location: | Livingston, West Lothian |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Murray Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 5731 |
Summary
Murray Recruitment are recruiting an Applications Sales Engineer for our client based in Livingston.
Role Overview:
This is a dynamic opportunity for a technically astute Applications Sales Engineer to contribute to the delivery of tailored automation solutions for a well-established customer base. The role focuses on the preparation and coordination of technical and commercial proposals, supporting internal teams with efficient, high-quality tendering. It is a client-centric, delivery-driven position, ideal for individuals who excel at collaboration and precision rather than outbound sales activity.
Key Responsibilities:
Take full ownership of preparing timely and accurate commercial and technical proposals for existing customers.
Coordinate input from engineering and project teams to ensure high-quality tender submissions.
Collaborate with engineering colleagues to develop control system solutions using PLC and SCADA technologies.
Enhance internal proposal processes to improve turnaround times and ensure alignment with pricing and compliance standards.
Maintain proposal tracking and reporting using tools such as Monday.com, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint.
Communicate with clients to clarify project scopes and present solutions professionally.
Liaise with key suppliers including Rockwell, Siemens, and AVEVA to ensure accurate proposal content and pricing.
Skills & Experience:
Essential:
Strong technical background in control systems, PLCs, and SCADA.
Proven experience in technical proposal writing and tender preparation.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and CRM tools including Monday.com.
Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
Desirable:
HND or degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.
Exposure to industrial sectors such as whisky, manufacturing, renewables, or energy.
Understanding of automation cybersecurity standards such as IEC 62443.
Offering;
Competitive salary with performance-based bonus
Full-time, permanent position with hybrid working options available (based in Livingston)
Monday - Friday 37.5 hours per week
Company pension scheme
Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression
After successful probation, access to a 9-day fortnight working cycle – enabling every second Friday off through compressed hours
Role Overview:
This is a dynamic opportunity for a technically astute Applications Sales Engineer to contribute to the delivery of tailored automation solutions for a well-established customer base. The role focuses on the preparation and coordination of technical and commercial proposals, supporting internal teams with efficient, high-quality tendering. It is a client-centric, delivery-driven position, ideal for individuals who excel at collaboration and precision rather than outbound sales activity.
Key Responsibilities:
Take full ownership of preparing timely and accurate commercial and technical proposals for existing customers.
Coordinate input from engineering and project teams to ensure high-quality tender submissions.
Collaborate with engineering colleagues to develop control system solutions using PLC and SCADA technologies.
Enhance internal proposal processes to improve turnaround times and ensure alignment with pricing and compliance standards.
Maintain proposal tracking and reporting using tools such as Monday.com, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint.
Communicate with clients to clarify project scopes and present solutions professionally.
Liaise with key suppliers including Rockwell, Siemens, and AVEVA to ensure accurate proposal content and pricing.
Skills & Experience:
Essential:
Strong technical background in control systems, PLCs, and SCADA.
Proven experience in technical proposal writing and tender preparation.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and CRM tools including Monday.com.
Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
Desirable:
HND or degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.
Exposure to industrial sectors such as whisky, manufacturing, renewables, or energy.
Understanding of automation cybersecurity standards such as IEC 62443.
Offering;
Competitive salary with performance-based bonus
Full-time, permanent position with hybrid working options available (based in Livingston)
Monday - Friday 37.5 hours per week
Company pension scheme
Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression
After successful probation, access to a 9-day fortnight working cycle – enabling every second Friday off through compressed hours