Sales Applications Engineer

Full-Time | Permanent | Dublin

📍 Dublin, Ireland

Are you a technically minded engineering professional with a passion for delivering innovative energy solutions?

JDR Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a leading provider of power generation and energy solutions to recruit an experienced Sales Applications Engineer.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing and forward-thinking organisation operating at the forefront of sustainable energy, power generation, battery storage, and low-carbon technologies. The successful candidate will play a key role in bridging the gap between engineering excellence and commercial success, supporting customers with tailored technical solutions while driving profitable project delivery.

If you’re looking for a role that combines engineering expertise, customer engagement, project development, and commercial responsibility, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

The Opportunity

As a Sales Applications Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting sales activities through the preparation of high-quality tenders, technical proposals, quotations, and cost-effective engineering solutions.

Working closely with internal engineering, service, and production teams, you will ensure customer requirements are fully understood and delivered in the most commercially viable manner. You will be involved throughout the sales lifecycle, from opportunity identification and technical evaluation through to proposal submission and order conversion.

This is a highly visible role offering the opportunity to influence business growth, develop long-term client relationships, and contribute directly to the delivery of innovative energy projects.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Sales & Applications Support

• Prepare high-quality technical tenders, quotations, proposals, and presentations

• Evaluate customer requirements and develop commercially viable engineering solutions

• Support the sales team in converting opportunities into profitable orders

• Provide technical expertise throughout the bid and proposal process

• Ensure all customer requirements are accurately reflected within proposals and submissions

Project & Technical Development

• Collaborate with service, engineering, and production teams to ensure proposed solutions are technically robust and commercially competitive

• Review project specifications and technical documentation

• Assess project risks, technical requirements, and operational considerations

• Support the design, development, and technical management of energy projects

• Assist in identifying innovative solutions that improve efficiency and customer outcomes

Tender & Proposal Management

• Manage multiple live opportunities and ensure timely submission of proposals

• Maintain accurate records of opportunities, quotations, and customer interactions

• Utilise CRM systems to track sales activities, proposal status, and project pipelines

• Monitor market developments and competitor activity to ensure proposals remain competitive

• Conduct research into emerging technologies, industry trends, and customer requirements

Customer & Business Development

• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, consultants, and stakeholders

• Attend client meetings and provide technical support during project discussions

• Act as a trusted advisor by providing expert guidance on engineering solutions

• Support business growth through effective opportunity management and customer engagement

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking an ambitious and commercially aware engineering professional who combines strong technical expertise with excellent communication and customer-facing skills.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

Applicants must possess one of the following:

✔ Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role or equivalent

OR

✔ HND/HNC in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role or equivalent

In addition, candidates must demonstrate:

✔ Considerable technical expertise in:

• Power generation systems

• Reciprocating engine technologies

• Battery energy storage systems

• Standby power solutions

• Associated mechanical and electrical systems

• Energy production and operational maintenance (O&M)

• CDM regulations

• Health & Safety compliance

✔ Proven experience in the successful design, technical management, and development of energy projects

✔ Strong commercial awareness and ability to deliver cost-effective technical solutions

✔ Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications

✔ Experience using CRM systems to manage opportunities and track proposals

✔ Full, valid driving licence

The Ideal Candidate

You will be:

⭐ A strong communicator with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to customers and stakeholders

⭐ Commercially aware with a customer-focused approach

⭐ Organised and capable of managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

⭐ Analytical and solution-driven with excellent attention to detail

⭐ Comfortable working collaboratively across technical, operational, and commercial teams

⭐ Passionate about engineering innovation and sustainable energy technologies

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary package

• 25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays

• Enhanced annual leave entitlement based on length of service

• Company pension scheme with attractive employer contributions

• Private healthcare scheme

• Life insurance

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Ongoing training and professional development

• Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation

• Exposure to innovative energy and power generation projects

• Supportive and collaborative working environment

Working Hours

Monday – Thursday: 8:30am – 5:00pm

Friday: 8:30am – 4:00pm

Apply Today

If you’re an experienced engineering professional looking to develop your career within the energy and power generation sector, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV for a confidential discussion with JDR Recruitment.

Please note: Due to the volume of applications and the fast-paced nature of the market, this vacancy may close before the advertised deadline. Early applications are encouraged.

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