Adecco is partnering with a leading global provider of materials testing and scientific instrumentation solutions to recruit a commercially driven Sales Engineer based in Sydney.This is an excellent prospect for an experienced technical sales professional to join a well-established organisation supplying high-value capital equipment to customers across engineering, manufacturing, research, defence, laboratories, and industrial sectors.
The Opportunity
As a Sales Engineer, you will be responsible for managing and growing an established customer portfolio while developing new business opportunities throughout New South Wales and across Australia.This role offers a balanced mix of 50% Account Management and 50% New Business Development, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both relationship management and hunting for new opportunities.You will be responsible for achieving annual sales targets of approximately AUD $2.5M–$3M, selling complex technical solutions and capital equipment into a diverse customer base.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and develop existing customer relationships across your territory
Proactively identify and secure new business opportunities
Conduct customer meetings, technical presentations, and product demonstrations
Develop quotes, proposals, and tender submissions
Build relationships with engineers, laboratory managers, researchers, procurement teams, and technical stakeholders
Maintain a healthy sales pipeline and accurate sales forecasts
Collaborate with technical and service teams to deliver exceptional customer outcomes




Consistently achieve and exceed annual sales targets of AUD $2.5M–$3M
About You
To be successful in this role, you will combine strong technical aptitude with a proven track record in business development and account management.Preferred qualifications & experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering
Candidates holding an Advanced Diploma with significant sales success (10+ years) are also encouraged to apply
Experience selling:Capital equipment
Materials testing equipment
Scientific instruments
Industrial or laboratory solutions
Engineering-based technical products
Strong consultative sales and stakeholder engagement skills
Experience managing long sales cycles and complex customer requirements
Ability to engage confidently with technical and commercial decision-makers
Highly Regarded
Experience selling into scientific laboratories, research facilities, universities, manufacturing, defence, or industrial sectors
Success selling high-value technical solutions rather than consumables
Background with materials testing, laboratory equipment, instrumentation, or related technologies
Travel & Security Requirements
Australian Citizenship is essential
Applicants must hold a current Australian Passport
Ability to obtain and maintain relevant security clearances where required
Willingness to travel interstate, across the Australian Eastern Seaboard
Interstate travel typically required approximately once per month, with all approved business expenses reimbursed
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📌 Sales Engineer (New South Wales)
🏢 Adecco
📍 New South Wales