Sales Engineer

Job Title: Sales Engineer, (Sheet Piling & Foundation Solutions) Location: Birmingham Reporting to: Head of Agency - Sheet Piling Company Overview: BelkavitzSloan is a leading recruitment firm specialising in the placement of skilled professionals within the Metals, Mining, Engineering and Construction sectors. We are currently seeking a Sales Engineer specialising in Sheet Piling & Foundation Solutions on behalf of our client, a market leader in the industry. Job Description: Based in Birmingham, the Sales Engineer, Sheet Piling & Foundation Solutions, will be instrumental in driving the profitable sales of Steel sheet piling and foundation products. As a vital member of the team, you will provide engineered foundation solutions, expert development, and technical support to the UK construction industry and foundations sector. This role requires a strong combination of technical expertise, sales skills, and industry experience to promote and grow product adoption. Key Responsibilities: • Collaborate with a small, dedicated team to positively influence construction decision-makers in specifying the company’s products. • Develop and enhance relationships with key customers, organisations, and individuals within the construction industry to ensure the company’s products are highly regarded. • Maintain and improve an effective monitoring system for construction projects with potential product content, ensuring profitable sales opportunities are maximised. • Provide expert-level support in piling and foundation design and application to the UK construction sector. • Ensure the company’s interests are looked after in the development of new piling and foundation design codes in the UK and Europe. • Maintain an in-depth knowledge of competitors’ products (steel and other materials) to identify potential threats and opportunities. • Assist in the implementation of research and development programmes led by the group, to counter threats and exploit opportunities. • Support the market introduction of new products, solutions, and services to maximise the company’s profitable product content. • Ensure that responsibilities under relevant regulations are implemented and applied within your areas of responsibility. • Visit customers and key stakeholders to build and maintain trusting relationships. • Participate in seminars and technical conferences, providing presentations and technical knowledge to stakeholders. Qualifications and Experience: • A degree (MEng) or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a closely related field is required. Preferably a graduate member of the Institute of Civil Engineers working towards Chartered Status. • A postgraduate qualification in Geotechnical Engineering is desirable. • Experience within the UK construction industry, particularly in sheet piling applications, is advantageous. • Operational civil engineering site experience, particularly in piling, preferably gained in the UK, is desirable. • Proficiency in piling and foundation design, with experience using design software tools such as ReWaRD, WALLAP, and AMRetain. • Comfort working in a small commercial team and a sales environment. • Ability to create and maintain a network with all stakeholders to stay informed about project developments. • Capability to represent the company on technical and marketing committees in the UK and overseas. • Strong presentation skills, with the ability to deliver CPD-level presentations on technical, marketing, and promotional topics to large audiences of construction professionals. • Fluency in English is essential; knowledge of an additional European language (French or German) would be advantageous but is not essential. • A clean, full UK or EU driving licence is required