DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Sales Engineer
Company: Salt Separation Services
Location: Rochdale, on-site + regular travel required
Department: Sales
Compensation: £50,000 - £55,000 + Company bonus + Company car
Salt Separation Services is a well-established, family-owned business based in Rochdale with over 35 years of expertise in desalination and water treatment technologies. We design, build, and maintain high-quality reverse osmosis (RO) systems used in a wide range of industries including naval, offshore oil and gas, marine, and defence. Our bespoke solutions help organisations across the globe gain reliable access to clean, drinkable water.
At Salt Sep, we combine deep technical expertise with a commitment to service excellence. Our mission is to simplify access to water treatment systems, supporting clients with tailored engineering solutions and a full lifecycle service, from initial consultation through to long-term maintenance. We value quality, innovation, communication, and integrity, with a strong focus on health, safety, and family values.
As we continue to grow, we’re investing in expanding our commercial team and are looking for passionate, technically skilled professionals to be part of our exciting journey.

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commercial awareness and negotiation ability
• Highly organised with strong time management
• Confident in presenting technical information to a range of stakeholders
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Analytical mindset, comfortable working with data and KPIs
• Committed to continuous personal and professional development

Experience & Qualifications:

• We’re looking for someone who brings a blend of commercial experience and technical expertise:
• Proven background in technical sales, business development, or account management
• Experience in water treatment, capital equipment, or engineering solutions
• Familiarity with long and complex sales cycles
• Experience in regulated industries such as MOD, Aerospace, Marine, or Industrial sectors is advantageous
• Ability to collaborate with senior leadership and influence strategic initiatives
• Desirable understanding of reverse osmosis systems and associated technologies

• Sales & Promotion: Proactively promote our RO and water treatment solutions to both new prospects and existing customers.
• Business Development: Identify new markets, nurture opportunities, and convert leads into long-term business relationships.
• Client Engagement: Meet clients regularly, attend trade exhibitions, host technical discussions, and act as a trusted technical advisor.
• Account Management: Build and sustain strong relationships with key clients, understanding their evolving needs.
• Market Intelligence: Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to inform sales strategies.
• Sales Forecasting & Targeting: Collaborate with the Technical & Commercial Director to develop and meet sales targets, producing accurate forecasts.
• Quotations & Proposals: Create tailored technical and commercial proposals, handling customer queries confidently.
• Contract Negotiation: Understand client requirements and negotiate terms to close high-value deals.
• Mentoring: Support junior sales colleagues through mentoring, coaching, and knowledge sharing.