Sales Engineer

Nortek UK – Sales Engineer

We are looking for a proactive and collaborative Sales Engineer who is passionate about working in Ocean Technology to join the Nortek UK Team.

What do we do?

At Nortek, we develop and manufacture world-leading instruments that collect information about the processes taking place in our oceans. We need to understand more about the role of the oceans in areas such as climate, food production, health, business activities and energy production. Our technology is used, among other things, for studies of coral reefs, navigation of underwater vehicles, measurement of currents and quality assurance of fish farming. The interest in the ocean is increasing, and our company is growing. With us, you will contribute to a product that can benefit millions of people.

What will your role and tasks be with us?

You will have the responsibility for helping customers throughout the UK and Ireland understand our unique underwater technology. You will work with new and existing customers to assist them through their whole customer experience. You will work with a team of professional and competent colleagues to help guide customers though their technical questions and provide advice during their design, development, integration and testing phases. You will seek and engage with new clients and introduce them to our technology and generate accurate quotations in line with their needs.

In addition, you will have an important role in our dynamic and multidisciplinary technology environment. Together with skilled colleagues from our development and support teams, you will help to further develop our solutions, so that they meet new and existing customers' needs and thus create growth across all market segments.

What qualifications are we looking for?

We are primarily looking for a candidate who has a relevant Bachelor's degree for example in engineering or Ocean Science. Relevant work experience is highly regarded and can compensate for a lack of formal or academic education.

To succeed in the position, it is important that you have the following personal qualities:

· You are proactive and genuinely committed to finding good solutions to solve customer challenges

· You have a sincere desire to share your knowledge with both customers and our technology communities

· You are structured, responsible and can follow up customers in a trust-building manner

· You are results-oriented, self-motivated and thrive in an environment where no two days are the same

· You collaborate easily with others and contribute to a good working environment

· An inquisitive mind and desire to continuously improve

Some travelling is expected as it is important to attend conferences, exhibitions, networking events, and customer premises – either at an office, workshop, or vessel – to assist with technical integration needs. There will also be international trips to our Head office in Oslo. Training of customers will also be expected as a part of the position.

What can we offer?

We are committed to your success with us and ensure that you receive good onboarding from the start. In addition to a digital introductory program, you will be enrolled in the Nortek Academy - an in-person introductory program that provides insights about all of the teams and processes happening at Nortek. It is also a great opportunity to meet other new employees from Norway and our 9 global subsidiaries physically.

At Nortek, you will be involved in many exciting tasks! You will experience great personal and professional development opportunities and gain valuable insights into our business.

Although we are established in many countries, as a Norwegian-owned company we have managed to maintain an informal tone and short decision-making paths. As an employee with us, it will give you great opportunities to influence our future and you will hopefully see the result of what you are working on relatively quickly. With us, you will feel that your contribution makes a big difference.

We conduct our business activities with sustainability goals in mind, including the conservation of natural resources, prevention of environmental pollution, and contribution to a fair and equal society.

Our culture, employee well-being and a having a positive working environment are important to us. We have a good diversity of nationalities, ages and professional backgrounds and have several social activities that are driven forward by our own employees and our social committee. At Nortek we have low staff turnover and high job satisfaction.

This job role is preferably based Aberdeen or Southampton, but other locations in the UK with hybrid working may also be considered for the right applicant. Please specify which location is preferred in your application.

Interested in this role, please provide a cover letter explaining why you are the ideal candidate for this role.