– Job Post –
Trainee/Junior Technical Sales Engineer
We have open to apply for an undergraduate role position, within our industrial acoustics division. This position involves learning to translate complex noise-control problems into viable, custom product solutions, such as industrial exhaust silencers, attenuators and acoustic enclosures, to name a few, while supporting the sales pipeline.
Key Responsibilities:
- Technical Design & Modelling: Learn to use acoustic simulation and modelling software to calculate sound attenuation and design noise-control solutions.
- Sales Support & Quotations: Assist in preparing technical proposals, creating bills of materials, and drafting price quotations for prospective B2B clients.
- Client Engagement: Shadow senior engineers during client meetings and site visits, helping to identify exact industrial noise requirements.
- Data Analysis & Reporting: Compile noise-impact data and generate reports demonstrating how proposed products comply with UK health and safety and environmental legislation.
- Pipeline Management: Help track customer inquiries, follow-up communications, and project opportunities in the company CRM system.
Key Qualification & Skills:
- Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Acoustics, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or Product Design. Preferred but not essential. In house training will be given.
- Technical Aptitude: A solid foundational understanding of sound waves, decibel (dB) metrics, frequency analysis, and vibration. Preferred but not essential. In house training will be given.
- Soft Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to clearly explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Commercial Mindset: Enthusiasm for relationship building, business development, and a drive to convert engineering problems into revenue.
- Requirements: A valid UK driving licence is often required to travel to client sites and industrial facilities.
What We Offer:
- A permanent role with a globally respected manufacturer.
- A modern, purpose-built Eco Factory working environment.
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Opportunity to work on a diverse range of technically interesting products.
- Supportive team culture with opportunities for skills development.
- Conveniently located in Shepshed, Leicestershire (LE12 9NH) with easy access to the M1.
- Free on-site parking.
How To Apply?
If you want to be part of the IMS team, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your relevant experience to Rachel Green (rachel.green@silencers.co.uk) at Industrial & Marine Silencers Ltd.