8-10+ years in: Structural engineering / steel construction
Technical sales or project engineering
Proven track record on complex, multidisciplinary projects
Commercial & interpersonal skills
Strong client-facing capabilities
Ability to combine technical depth with commercial pragmatism
Skilled in negotiation and influencing stakeholders
Mindset
Ownership (technical + commercial results)
Structured, solution-driven approach
Comfortable in an international, fast-paced environment
Other
Fluent English mandatory (German is a strong asset)
Willingness to travel internationally frequently
Willingness to work in our HQ in Spiere-Helkijn
๐ What defines success in this role
High-quality, competitive and technically sound offers
Increased conversion rate on complex projects
Strong client relationships built on technical credibility
Early identification and control of project risks
โก What do we offer you?
An intensive training by experienced people
Working closely together with other rack stars in an open and enthusiastic culture.
A competitive salary with many benefits such as a company car with charging card, net allowances, travel allowances, phone and subscription, meal vouchers, group- and hospitality insurance, CAO 90 Bonus, laptop...)
Freshly cooked meals in our re stow rant
Benefits
Paid time offPerformance bonus
Additional Information
๐๏ธ Your role
You operate at the intersection of engineering excellence and commercial ownership .
This is not a back-office Sales Engineer role .
You are the frontline technical authority , engaging directly with clients to win complex steel construction projects .
You translate customer needs into robust, optimized and competitive structural solutions , while driving the full sales cycle from early discussions to contract signature.
๐งฎ Your responsibilities
Client engagement & technical leadership
Lead technical-commercial discussions with clients
Challenge specifications to optimize feasibility, cost and performance
Position the company as a trusted engineering partner
Solution engineering
Develop structural concepts for complex steel projects (silos, industrial structures, racking)
Validate technical feasibility and identify risks early
Interface with engineering teams to ensure alignment
Bid management & ownership
Lead the preparation of high-value, multidisciplinary offers
Define the bidding strategy with key stakeholders
Ensure full consistency between design, costing, planning and risk
Costing & optimization
Build and challenge cost models (materials, fabrication, installation)
Optimize solutions to meet margin targets
Defend pricing internally and externally
Cross-functional coordination
Align engineering, project execution, purchasing and sales
Drive internal reviews and decision-making
๐ As defined in the role, you act as technical-commercial lead on complex projects and own the quality and competitiveness of offers
๐ Profile & competencies
Technical background
Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
Strong expertise in steel structures (industrial / warehouse / rack structures)
Ability to understand and challenge structural calculations