Technical Sales Engineer | Full-time
WEICON is a globally recognized manufacturer of engineered adhesives, sealants, protective coatings, and corrosion protection solutions. With a reputation for innovation and quality, WEICON products are trusted across a wide range of industries including manufacturing, mining, assembly, power generation, automotive, marine, construction, and maintenance. We are currently looking for a Technical Sales Engineer to join our growing team in South Africa. This role is remote-based and will service the Western Cape, Northern Cape, Free State and Namibia. This role requires a combination of engineering thinking, strong communication skills, and the ability to build trusted partnerships. You will work closely with R&D engineers, production teams, purchasers, and repair professionals, helping them improve asset reliability and life span, aesthetics, production and manufacturing efficiency, and maintenance through technical sales of engineered adhesive and coating technologies. Actively promote and sell WEICON’s full range of tailored solutions in adhesives, sealants, protective coatings, and corrosion protection. Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities in manufacturing, assembly, and maintenance environment in respective territories through regular visits and communication Provide technical consultation and on-site support for product selection, trials, implementation, and application guidance Deliver engaging product demonstrations and presentations to influence decision makers Build long-term, trust-based relationships with engineers, technicians, and procurement teams Analyse customer processes to offer tailored solutions that improve performance and efficiency Act as a solution consultant – confidently challenging conventional methods with innovative alternative solutions Plan and manage your territories autonomously, supported by the back-office team Represent the company and brand values in a highly professional, solution-oriented manner Achieve and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets. Collaborate with the internal team to ensure high levels of customer service. Track sales activity, prepare reports, and contribute to regional growth strategy. Proven track record in technical sales, ideally with experience in engineered adhesives, sealants, protective coatings, or a related field in B2B and B2C environments Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence, present, negotiate, and inspire confidence in others through innovation to solve problems Demonstrated ability to build trust and credibility with both technical and commercial stakeholders Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently with clear focus on goals Strong planning and territory management capabilities Strong understanding of industrial and maintenance processes. Technically inclined with the ability to understand and explain complex solutions. Valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle in excellent condition. Proficient in MS Office and CRM software. Market-related salary with performance-based incentives. Aggressive commission structure Remote work with autonomy. Comprehensive training on WEICON products and solutions. Supportive team environment with room for growth and development. Vehicle allowance Mobile allowance Ruwayda Jacobs Thank you for considering a career at WEICON SA Pty Ltd. Please fill out the following form. In case you are experiencing problems with the document upload, mail your documents to [email protected].