Technical Sales Engineer - Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

Ready to step into a role where you're trusted to manage your own territory, build relationships and grow a thriving customer base? This is an outstanding opportunity to join one of the most respected refrigeration and air conditioning companies in Ireland and the UK. With multiple branches across Ireland and the UK, a strong reputation within the HVAC/R industry, and ambitious plans for continued growth, this business offers the stability of an established market leader combined with the flexibility and autonomy of a close-knit team. You'll inherit an established customer base while having the freedom to develop new business opportunities throughout Munster. Best of all, you'll be joining a company that values results over micromanagement, giving you the autonomy to manage your territory and relationships in a way that works for you. The Role of Technical Sales Engineer As Technical Sales Engineer, you'll be responsible for developing and growing sales across the Munster region, working with refrigeration contractors, HVAC specialists, consultants, merchants and trade customers. You'll provide technical expertise, product recommendations and commercial support, helping customers select the right refrigeration, air conditioning and chiller solutions for their projects. This is a field-based position covering Munster, ideally based in Cork, with occasional visits to Kilkenny, Limerick and Dublin for meetings and customer engagement. Key responsibilities include:

• Developing new business opportunities across the refrigeration and air conditioning sector
• Managing and growing existing customer relationships
• Providing technical advice on refrigeration, air conditioning and chiller equipment
• Supporting customers with system selection and energy-efficient solutions
• Preparing quotations, proposals and technical documentation
• Delivering product demonstrations and technical presentations
• Working closely with internal sales and logistics teams
• Monitoring market trends, competitor activity and new technologies
• Becoming a trusted advisor to customers across your territory

What We're Looking for in a Technical Sales Engineer We're keen to speak with ambitious individuals who enjoy combining technical knowledge with customer interaction. You may already be working in technical sales, applications engineering, refrigeration engineering or HVAC project support. Ideal backgrounds include:

• Refrigeration and air conditioning sales
• Chiller sales or applications engineering
• Refrigeration wholesale or distribution
• Technical account management

As Technical Sales Engineer you'll ideally have:

• Strong technical knowledge of refrigeration, air conditioning and chiller systems
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to business development
• The ability to work independently and manage your own territory
• Engineering qualification in HVAC, mechanical or electrical disciplines (desirable)
• Full clean driving licence

Why Join? This company has built its reputation on expertise, customer service and long-term relationships. On offer:

• €60,000 - €80,000 basic salary (dependent on experience)
• Performance-related bonus scheme paid twice yearly
• Typical bonus potential of 10-15% of salary
• Fully electric company vehicle
• Employer pension contribution of 10%
• 21 days annual leave plus public holidays
• No Christmas shutdown – use your holidays when it suits you
• Health insurance discount scheme
• Paid sick leave entitlement after qualifying period
• Flexible field-based working arrangement
• Long-term career progression within a growing business

Why This Opportunity Stands Out for an experienced Technical Sales Engineer This isn't a heavily corporate environment with layers of management and endless reporting. You'll be joining a business where decisions are made quickly, your contribution is recognised, and success is rewarded. The leadership team values initiative, independence and customer relationships above all else. If you're a self-starter who enjoys building partnerships, solving technical challenges and growing a successful territory, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion