Sales Engineer

Virtue Recruitment ·www.virtuerecruitment.com.au

Location Hamilton, WKO, NZ
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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Territory Manager | Industrial Automation – Hamilton, NZ

  • 🔧 Solution Sales – Consultative Selling
  • 🚀 Seeking a True Sales Hunter
  • 🌍 Global Manufacturer | Strong Career Growth

Join a global leader in automation as a Sales Engineer based in Hamilton, promoting advanced control systems and driving growth across high-value industries in the region.

The Company:

With 65+ locations worldwide, this industry-leading manufacturer provides factory and process automation technology to clients globally. With a strong footprint in food & beverage, general manufacturing, packaging, timber, mining, and more—they're now seeking a technical sales engineer to grow the business across New Zealand’s North Island.

The Role:

  • Drive sales and manage key accounts across Hamilton and the North Island with a consultative, technical approach
  • Target food and beverage manufacturers and packaging companies
  • Work closely with clients to understand their challenges and provide tailored automation solutions
  • Report to the National Sales Manager and collaborate with the broader ANZ technical team
  • Travel: 3–7 nights away per month (Palmerston North, New Plymouth, Napier, Bay of Plenty)

The Candidate:

  • 4+ years external technical sales experience—ideally in automation, control systems, sensors, or factory/process equipment
  • Strong commercial acumen and solution-based sales skills
  • Ideally holds an Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronic Engineering degree
  • Comfortable being on the road, managing a large territory, and independently building pipeline
  • Motivated, proactive, and excellent at building long-term client relationships

On Offer:

  • Join a world-renowned automation brand with exceptional training and development
  • Base + Bonus + Car Allowance + Fuel + Tools of Trade
  • Long-term career path in a growing sector with global backing


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Who is hiring for the Sales Engineer role?
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Where is the Sales Engineer job located?
The Sales Engineer role with Virtue Recruitment is based in Hamilton, NZ.
Is the Sales Engineer role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Virtue Recruitment.
What experience level is the Sales Engineer role?
The Sales Engineer position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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