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Technical Internal Sales

R 18 000 - R 22 000 a month
West Coast Personnel
Durban Full-day Full-time

Description:

Position: Internal Technical Sales EngineerLocation: Durban / Pinetown (KwaZulu-Natal)Employment Type: Permanent, office-basedSalary: R18,000 to R22,000An established industrial engineering organisation is seeking a technically minded Internal Technical Sales Engineer to support its KwaZulu-Natal operation.
  • This role is well suited to a
Mechanical Engineering Diploma graduate or early-career engineer (0–3 years’ experience) with a strong interest in rotating equipment and industrial applications. The position focuses on technical pump selection, spares identification, quotation preparation, and internal sales support , working closely with external sales and service teams.
You will play a key role in ensuring accurate technical support, fast turnaround on quotations, and clear communication between customers, internal teams, and international manufacturing partners.
Technical Sales & Application Support
  • Assess customer enquiries and recommend suitable equipment based on application data
  • Provide basic application guidance and technical support to sales teams
  • Assist with preliminary fault interpretation and technical clarification
Spares Identification & BOM Preparation
  • Identify correct spare parts using drawings, exploded views, and parts lists
  • Compile accurate bills of materials and spares quotations
  • Ensure correct part numbers, quantities, and technical descriptions
Quotation Preparation
  • Prepare quotations for equipment, spares, and service-related items
  • Respond to RFQs accurately and within required turnaround times
  • Maintain quotation records and support follow-ups
Factory & Supplier Liaison
  • Communicate with international factories and suppliers regarding:
    • Technical queries
    • Pricing
    • Lead times
    • Product availability
    • Datasheets and technical documentation
  • Interpret factory feedback and relay clear information internally
Internal Coordination
  • Work closely with external sales, service, procurement, and logistics teams
  • Support service teams with spares verification and technical input
  • Assist with improving internal quotation and documentation processes
Candidate Requirements
  • Mechanical Engineering Diploma (minimum requirement)
  • 0–3 years’ experience in internal technical sales, applications engineering, or a similar role
  • Graduates with strong technical aptitude will be considered
  • Basic understanding of mechanical systems and rotating equipment
  • Ability to read datasheets, drawings, and technical documentation
  • Strong computer literacy (MS Office essential; ERP/CRM exposure advantageous)

Personal Attributes
  • Technically curious and keen to learn
  • Methodical, accurate, and detail-focused
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Able to manage multiple tasks and priorities
  • Professional, reliable, and customer-focused
Work Environment
  • Office-based role in the Durban / Pinetown area
  • Close daily interaction with sales, service, and operations teams
  • Limited exposure to industrial sites for learning and development
Career Development
This role offers long-term growth potential into areas such as:
  • External Technical Sales
  • Applications Engineering
  • Product or Technical Specialist roles
  • Service or Technical Coordination
You will gain exposure to a wide range of industrial sectors, including manufacturing, food processing, water treatment, medical, packaging, and general industry.

Requirements:

  • This role is well suited to a
Mechanical Engineering Diploma graduate or early-career engineer (0–3 years’ experience) with a strong interest in rotating equipment and industrial applications. The position focuses on technical pump selection, spares identification, quotation preparation, and internal sales support , working closely with external sales and service teams.
You will play a key role in ensuring accurate technical support, fast turnaround on quotations, and clear communication between customers, internal teams, and international manufacturing partners.
Technical Sales & Application Support
  • Assess customer enquiries and recommend suitable equipment based on application data
  • Provide basic application guidance and technical support to sales teams
  • Assist with preliminary fault interpretation and technical clarification
Spares Identification & BOM Preparation
  • Identify correct spare parts using drawings, exploded views, and parts lists
  • Compile accurate bills of materials and spares quotations
  • Ensure correct part numbers, quantities, and technical descriptions
Quotation Preparation
  • Prepare quotations for equipment, spares, and service-related items
  • Respond to RFQs accurately and within required turnaround times
  • Maintain quotation records and support follow-ups
Factory & Supplier Liaison
  • Communicate with international factories and suppliers regarding:
    • Technical queries
    • Pricing
    • Lead times
    • Product availability
    • Datasheets and technical documentation
  • Interpret factory feedback and relay clear information internally
Internal Coordination
  • Work closely with external sales, service, procurement, and logistics teams
  • Support service teams with spares verification and technical input
  • Assist with improving internal quotation and documentation processes
Candidate Requirements
  • Mechanical Engineering Diploma (minimum requirement)
  • 0–3 years’ experience in internal technical sales, applications engineering, or a similar role
  • Graduates with strong technical aptitude will be considered
  • Basic understanding of mechanical systems and rotating equipment
  • Ability to read datasheets, drawings, and technical documentation
  • Strong computer literacy (MS Office essential; ERP/CRM exposure advantageous)

Personal Attributes
  • Technically curious and keen to learn
  • Methodical, accurate, and detail-focused
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Able to manage multiple tasks and priorities
  • Professional, reliable, and customer-focused
Work Environment
  • Office-based role in the Durban / Pinetown area
  • Close daily interaction with sales, service, and operations teams
  • Limited exposure to industrial sites for learning and development
Career Development
This role offers long-term growth potential into areas such as:
  • External Technical Sales
  • Applications Engineering
  • Product or Technical Specialist roles
  • Service or Technical Coordination
You will gain exposure to a wide range of industrial sectors, including manufacturing, food processing, water treatment, medical, packaging, and general industry.
  • Assess customer enquiries and recommend suitable equipment based on application data
  • Provide basic application guidance and technical support to sales teams
  • Assist with preliminary fault interpretation and technical clarification
  • Identify correct spare parts using drawings, exploded views, and parts lists
  • Compile accurate bills of materials and spares quotations
  • Ensure correct part numbers, quantities, and technical descriptions
  • Prepare quotations for equipment, spares, and service-related items
  • Respond to RFQs accurately and within required turnaround times
  • Maintain quotation records and support follow-ups
  • Communicate with international factories and suppliers regarding:
    • Technical queries
    • Pricing
    • Lead times
    • Product availability
    • Datasheets and technical documentation
  • Interpret factory feedback and relay clear information internally
  • Technical queries
  • Pricing
  • Lead times
  • Product availability
  • Datasheets and technical documentation
  • Work closely with external sales, service, procurement, and logistics teams
  • Support service teams with spares verification and technical input
  • Assist with improving internal quotation and documentation processes
  • Mechanical Engineering Diploma (minimum requirement)
  • 0–3 years’ experience in internal technical sales, applications engineering, or a similar role
  • Graduates with strong technical aptitude will be considered
  • Basic understanding of mechanical systems and rotating equipment
  • Ability to read datasheets, drawings, and technical documentation
  • Strong computer literacy (MS Office essential; ERP/CRM exposure advantageous)
  • Technically curious and keen to learn
  • Methodical, accurate, and detail-focused
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Able to manage multiple tasks and priorities
  • Professional, reliable, and customer-focused
  • Office-based role in the Durban / Pinetown area
  • Close daily interaction with sales, service, and operations teams
  • Limited exposure to industrial sites for learning and development
  • External Technical Sales
  • Applications Engineering
  • Product or Technical Specialist roles
  • Service or Technical Coordination
07 Jan 2026;   from: careers24.com

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