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Trainee Sales Engineer
full-time•Houston•$80k - $100k
About this role
Trainee Sales Engineer - Automation
- Base Salary: $80,000 - $100,000
- Package: Bonus, Car Allowance, 20 Days PTO, Medical, Eyecare, Dental, 401k
- Location: Home based / Field based in Houston
Most sales roles talk about “solutions” and “relationships” but revolve around incremental orders and price negotiations.
This one doesn’t.
You’ll be selling custom built, fully automated bulk packaging, Vertical Form Fill Seal systems with an average order value of $2 million. Every deal is engineered, bespoke, and operationally critical to your customer’s business.
Your conversations won’t be about discounts. They’ll be about throughput, uptime, safety, ROI, and future-proofing operations.
We're looking for a fresh, ambitious, technical person that's looking to transition into a sales environment.
What You’ll Gain
- Tailored sales and technical training
- A visible role within a globally respected manufacturer
- Direct support and access to experienced senior leadership for direct training.
- Professional office space available in Houston if desired
- Autonomy and flexibility in a true field-based position
- Continuous technical and professional development across global sites
- Exposure to innovative, bespoke projects. No two deals are the same
- A career within a global group turning over more than $1.5b
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll proactively learn and develop to own the full commercial lifecycle for your territory:
- Developing and executing a strategic sales plan across Houston
- Managing and growing key accounts while identifying new project opportunities
- Leading complex, consultative sales processes from first conversation to contract signature
- Conducting site surveys and working closely with customers to define technical and operational requirements
- Writing and presenting detailed commercial proposals and forecasts
- Negotiating with senior stakeholders across engineering, operations, procurement, and leadership teams
- Working cross functionally with engineering, project delivery, and service teams to ensure flawless execution
This is a field-based role with regular customer visits. You’ll manage your own diary, priorities, and pipeline like a professional.
What We’re Looking For:
- Educated in Engineering at degree level or above: Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering.
- An ambitious, hard working attitude. This is a steep learning curve and will require only the best to earn an outstanding career.
- Internal sales experience within engineering / manufacturing industries will be advantageous.
- Experience within hands on engineering roles will also be advantageous.
- Clear and concise communication skills to ensure you can lead client projects.
If you're an ambitious and proactive technical person looking to develop into a sales role then apply directly or reach out to Marston Robinson on our office number - 01925 937 311
Salary: 80000 - 100000 USD Per annumWhat you'll do
- You will proactively learn and develop to own the full commercial lifecycle for your territory, managing and growing key accounts while identifying new project opportunities. This includes leading complex sales processes, conducting site surveys, and working closely with customers to define their technical and operational requirements.
About Mercury Hampton Ltd
At Mercury Hampton, we specialise in supporting global businesses within manufacturing, engineering, infrastructure, and technical sectors to attract and retain the right talent. We understand the challenges of finding skilled professionals in these industries and offer tailored solutions that cover the entire talent lifecycle.
Our approach combines deep industry expertise with data-driven tools to enable more informed hiring decisions. Through our proprietary assessment platform, MHIQ, we deliver insights that extend beyond traditional recruitment methods, focusing on candidate fit, capability, and long-term potential.
We collaborate closely with a diverse client base, offering comprehensive recruitment and talent management support. Our objective is to reduce turnover, enhance retention, and optimise team performance.
With a presence in over 20 countries and a proven track record, including a 96% candidate retention rate after 12 months, Mercury Hampton is a trusted partner for organisations looking to build sustainable talent pipelines in competitive markets.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Mercury Hampton Ltd pay for a Trainee Sales Engineer?
Mercury Hampton Ltd offers a competitive compensation package for the Trainee Sales Engineer role. The salary range is USD 80k - 100k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.
What does a Trainee Sales Engineer do at Mercury Hampton Ltd?
As a Trainee Sales Engineer at Mercury Hampton Ltd, you will: you will proactively learn and develop to own the full commercial lifecycle for your territory, managing and growing key accounts while identifying new project opportunities. This includes leading complex sales processes, conducting site surveys, and working closely with customers to define their technical and operational requirements..
Is the Trainee Sales Engineer position at Mercury Hampton Ltd remote?
The Trainee Sales Engineer position at Mercury Hampton Ltd is based in Houston, Texas, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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