Technical Sales Engineer - Rail

ZF Friedrichshafen AG

Nottingham, United Kingdom
On-site
Mechanical background
Develop new business opportunities
Deliver technical presentations
This role sits at the intersection of engineering and commercial strategy, helping customers improve the performance and reliability of both ZF and third‑party drivetrain and bogie systems

Job Summary

  • This role sits at the intersection of engineering and commercial strategy, helping customers improve the performance and reliability of both ZF and third‑party drivetrain and bogie systems.
  • You will be the face of ZF Services UK—building relationships, identifying opportunities, solving technical challenges, and supporting the delivery of high‑value engineering services.
  • Competitive salary + performance bonus, Company car, laptop and phone, Pension, 27 days holiday, Life Assurance cover, Health Cashplan.

Matching Summary

This role sits at the intersection of engineering and commercial strategy, helping customers improve the performance and reliability of both ZF and third‑party drivetrain and bogie systems.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Mechanical background
  • Develop new business opportunities
  • Deliver technical presentations
  • Build client relationships
  • Provide market intelligence
  • Travel across the UK

Nice-to-have

  • Consultative, solutions-focused mindset
  • Progress career stage

Key Requirements

  • Engineering degree or relevant technical apprenticeship
  • Experience with drivetrains, gearboxes, rotating equipment or bogie systems
  • Proven track record in technical sales, business development, or customer‑facing engineering
  • Experience within the rail industry desirable
  • Full UK driving licence

Work Rights

Not specified

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