Trainee Railway Electrical Technical Sales Engineer
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About the role
We keep the railways moving. Based in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, GrayBar Ltd is a leading, specialist manufacturer of high-integrity engineering products designed for the critical environments of the rail industry. As we grow our capabilities GrayBar are seeking a motivated and technically minded Trainee Railway Electrical Technical Sales Engineer to join our team. This role is ideal for someone with a keen interest in engineering and in particular Railways, who is interested in combining technical expertise with a commercial customer-facing career. You will receive full structured training in railway electrical systems, product knowledge, and sales processes while supporting senior engineers and sales managers.
Responsibilities
- Technical Support & Learning:
- Learn and develop a strong understanding of railway points heating systems, Signalling Systems, standards and applications.
- Learn and support the preparation of technical proposals, quotations, and specifications for customers.
- Learn and assist in interpreting technical drawings, schematics, and customer requirements.
- Learn and participate in product training sessions, site visits, and technical workshops.
- Sales & Client Interaction training:
- Learn and work alongside senior sales engineers to manage customer accounts and build client relationships.
- Learn and support the team in identifying customer needs and recommending appropriate technical solutions.
- Learn and assist in preparing presentations and demonstrations for clients, consultants, and rail operators.
- Learn and support lead generation, tender preparation, and market research activities.
- Project Coordination:
- Learn and help coordinate with engineering, procurement, and project delivery teams to ensure customer requirements are met.
- Learn and track progress of quotations, orders, and customer enquiries.
- Learn and assist in the managing of documentation and compliance with railway industry regulations and standards.
- About you:
- Essential/Desirable Criteria:
- A Strong interest in railways including signalling, and electrical engineering.
- College/University or similar related qualifications (though not essential)
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- A willingness to learn, ask questions, and participate in hands-on technical training.
- Competent with Microsoft Office tools.
- Previous internship or work placement in an engineering or sales role (though not essential would be advantageous).
- Experience in reading electrical diagrams or using CAD software (though not essential - training will be provided).
- Hold a full UK driving licence.
- Personal Attributes:
- Proactive and eager to learn.
- Confident speaking with customers and internal stakeholders.
- Organised and able to manage multiple tasks.
- Team player with a professional attitude.
- Enjoys solving problems and understanding how systems work.
Benefits
Additional Information
Job Title: Trainee Railway Electrical Technical Sales Engineer Location: Wellingborough NN8 6UF (Office Based first 12 months then flexible) Salary: Competitive Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Working Hours: 40 hrs per week Monday to Friday 0800 to 1600
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