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  • Technical Application Engineer

    Job Title & Department:

    Technical Application Engineer - Sales

    Reports to:

    Senior International Sales Manager

    Location:

    Ivybridge Head Office


    Company Overview:

    Motortronics UK is a global leader in the design and manufacture of motor control solutions including energy saving products. Founded in 1982 and based in Lee Mill near Plymouth, we serve industrial and commercial markets across the globe with over 85% of our annual sales exported internationally.

    In 2018, the company joined the Motortronics Group, a worldwide organisation with facilities in the USA, UK, St Kitts, South Korea and China. This strategic acquisition has strengthened our global presence and expanded our capabilities, while retaining the agility and innovation of our UK roots.

    We are internationally recognised as pioneers in digital soft starter technology and our reputation is built on decades of engineering excellence, customer focus and continuous innovation. Today, we continue to evolve developing cutting-edge products that help businesses improve efficiency, reduce downtime, reduce energy consumption and meet the demands of modern industry.

    Joining Motortronics means becoming part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team that values expertise, innovation and a passion for solving real-world challenges. If you're looking to make an impact in a company with a strong heritage and a bold vision for the future, we'd love to hear from you.


    Responsibilities:

    Technical Support & Application Engineering

    • Provide pre-sales and post-sales technical support for Motortronics products, with a focus on soft starters, motor control and motor protection solutions.
    • Review customer applications and specifications, recommending the most suitable products and technical solutions.
    • Support customers, distributors and sales teams with product selection, commissioning guidance, troubleshooting and application advice.
    • Respond to technical enquiries in a timely and professional manner, ensuring a high standard of customer service.
    • Develop and deliver technical training for customers, distributors and internal colleagues.

    Sales & Business Development Support

    • Work closely with the sales team to develop and convert new business opportunities.
    • Provide technical expertise during customer visits, presentations and specification activities.
    • Support the development of key accounts, OEMs, consultants and end-user relationships across international markets.
    • Assist with the preparation of technical proposals, quotations and project submissions.
    • Articulate the technical and commercial benefits of Motortronics products to both technical and non-technical audiences.

    Product & Market Intelligence

    • Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, product developments and pricing movements.
    • Gather and communicate market feedback to support business growth and strategic decision-making.
    • Contribute to business cases for new product development and product enhancement opportunities.
    • Act as the voice of the customer by identifying current and future market requirements.

    Product Management & Marketing Support

    • Support the creation and review of technical documentation, application guides, case studies and product literature.
    • Provide technical input for website content, product launches, marketing campaigns and customer communications.
    • Ensure technical accuracy across all product-related marketing materials.

    Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

    • Work collaboratively with all departments to ensure effective communication and a positive customer experience.
    • Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, opportunities and technical activities within company systems.
    • Participate in industry exhibitions, conferences and customer events as required.
    • Travel domestically and internationally, primarily within the EMEA region, to support customers, distributors and sales activities.
    • Contribute ideas and initiatives that enhance the company's products, processes and market position.

    Experience and Requirements:

    Essential

    • HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering or a related discipline.
    • Experience within industrial automation, motor control, drives, motor protection or a related electrical engineering sector.
    • Strong understanding of electrical systems and industrial applications.
    • Ability to interpret technical specifications, schematics and customer requirements.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    • Strong presentation and customer-facing skills.
    • Self-motivated with excellent organisational and time management abilities.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
    • Willingness to travel internationally as required.

    Desirable

    • Experience with low-voltage motor control equipment, soft starters, VFDs, MCCs or protection systems.
    • Experience providing technical support in an international sales environment.
    • Knowledge of IEC, NEMA and relevant industrial standards.
    • Experience delivering technical training and presentations.
    • Understanding of OEM, distributor and end-user sales channels.

    Personal Attributes

    • Customer-focused with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Commercially aware and able to balance technical requirements with business objectives.
    • Able to work independently whilst also contributing effectively within a team environment.
    • Committed to continuous learning and professional development.

    Key Success Measures

    • Timely response and resolution of technical enquiries.
    • Technical support contribution to sales pipeline conversion.
    • Customer satisfaction and support performance.
    • Quality and effectiveness of technical training provided.
    • Accuracy and quality of application recommendations.
    • Contribution to product development, market intelligence and continuous improvement initiatives.

    Package:

    Salary:

    Competitive, based on experience

    Start date:

    Immediate

    Benefits:

    Private healthcare, contributory pension, life assurance, 25 days holiday + bank holidays

    Career Development:

    Opportunities for advancement within a global organisation



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We are always looking for talented people.

We are always interested in hearing from skilled people who could join our team. Motortronics is a growing company with a number of departments. We employ people in a wide variety of roles.

Please contact us to see if any positions that suit you are available.

Motortronics has over 35 years experience of designing, manufacturing and delivering innovative industrial motor control solutions

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Sales Managers

Steven Atkey
Senior International Sales Manager


Matthew Johnson
Regional Sales Manager - Southern Hub


Nicholas Squires
Technical Application Engineer


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Europe, Middle East, Africa & India

Motortronics UK Ltd
Bristow House, Gillard Way, Lee Mill Industrial Estate, Ivybridge, PL21 9GG, UK

T : +44 (0) 1752 894554
E : [email protected]
www.motortronics-uk.co.uk

Asia & Australasia

Motortronics International Korea
#601, 632, Seobusaet-gil, Geumcheon-gu, Seoul

T : +82 (0) 2 867 5808
E : [email protected]
www.motortronics-korea.com

Motortronics International Korea
41, Cheoyongsaneop 4-gil, Cheongnyang-eup, Ulju-gun, Ulsan

T : +82 (0) 52 237 5805
E : [email protected]
www.motortronics-korea.com

The Americas

Motortronics Inc
1600 Sunshine Drive, Clearwater
FL, 33765

T : +1 727 573 1819
E : [email protected]
www.motortronics.com

China

M & P Machinery & Electronics Control
32 Jiaxin Road, Jimo,, Qingdao, 266229

T : +86 53281 725028
E : [email protected]
http://www.mp-cn.com/