Associate Sales Engineer - UK South
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 3, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 25, 2026. Grundfos China scores A on the Alion truth index.
Are you passionate about combining technical expertise with commercial acumen to deliver the right water pumping solutions for utility customers? Then join us in our mission to pioneer smarter solutions for moving and transforming water, reducing energy consumption, and enhancing quality of life for people.
As our new Associate Sales Engineer, Water Utility UK, you will be managing and growing key Water Utility accounts across the UK, from technical pump selection and accurate costing through to securing project awards and ensuring seamless order handover. You'll be part of a diverse, supportive and inclusive culture, that celebrates our differences and puts people first by fostering growth, well-being, and a sense of belonging.
Ideally looking for candidates based around the South and Southwest of the UK (Cornwall, Devon, Somerset, Dorset, Wiltshire, Hampshire)
What you will be doing
As a key part of the Water Utility Sales team, you'll create impact by Driving sustainable water infrastructure by ensuring utility customers receive precisely engineered pumping solutions that meet their operational and regulatory requirements.
Your main responsibilities include:
- Maintain and develop the existing Water Utility customer base, following up on unit and project sales from quotation through to award stage
- Perform pump set selection calculations to ensure technically appropriate solutions for each client application
- Ensure accurate costing aligned with company pricing strategy and achieve agreed sales volume and contribution targets
- Register and nurture all customer activities and opportunities in the global CRM tool, keeping customer master data up to date
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Engineering, Business Development, and Customer Service teams on account management and order processing
- Ensure full and proper documentation handover to Customer Service and Engineering during order processing
What makes you a great fit
Above all, you are a technically minded sales professional with Water Utility sector knowledge, strong attention to detail in pump selection and costing, and the ability to build lasting customer relationships. We would also imagine that you have:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent work experience in the Water Utility sector
- Knowledge of Water Utility processes, systems, and applicable UK regulations
- Ability to perform pump set selection calculations and ensure accurate costing based on pricing strategy
- Experience in a technical sales or account management role within an industrial or utilities environment
It is a plus if you also have:
- Master's Degree in a relevant discipline
- Experience using CRM tools for pipeline and opportunity management
- Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and contribute to business development within the Water Utility sector
Why you will love working here
We care! Day to day, you can look forward to:
- A working environment built around your needs, with flexible hours, home working opportunities and parental support.
- Annual bonuses, health insurance and a strong focus on well-being activities.
- Three days' additional paid leave for volunteering in your community.
- Access to on-demand training and learning sessions and carefully structured programmes to pursue personal and professional development opportunities.
We are inclusive! Celebrating and valuing our differences helps us see possibilities where others can't. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all abilities, experiences, and backgrounds.
Are you ready to unlock possibilities at Grundfos? Apply today!
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