Job Title: Energy Efficiency Sales Engineer (DTC Specialist)

Location: UK & Ireland (Travel: ~75% London, ~25% Rest of UK)

Role Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

Our client, a leading manufacturer, is seeking an experienced Energy Efficiency Sales Engineer (Data Centre & Commercial Specialist) to drive technical specification and growth for high-performance energy efficiency systems across the UK and Ireland.

In this role, you will act as a key commercial and technical expert, focusing heavily on Colocation and Enterprise Data Centres (DTC) alongside Commercial & Industrial key accounts. You will lead engagement with M&E consultants, systems integrators, switchboard builders, and end-users to secure specifications and drive project sales.

Key Responsibilities

  • Technical Specification & Client Engagement: Achieve system specification with M&E consultants, design offices, and end-users.

  • CPD & Thought Leadership: Deliver CPD Lunch & Learn sessions on Power Quality, Power & Energy Monitoring, and Energy Efficiency regulations (e.g., EED).

  • Channel & Partner Management: Lead and develop the Systems Integrator Programme and collaborate closely with panel builders and contractors.

  • Commercial Tendering: Prepare and deliver accurate technical quotations for energy efficiency projects based on schematics, specifications, or site surveys.

  • Strategy & Mentorship: Act as a commercial mentor for regional sales teams, track major data centre opportunities, and contribute to UK pricing, product launch plans, and market intelligence.

  • Customer Audits: Develop and execute customer audit processes to demonstrate the clear ROI of continuous assessment and granular energy monitoring.

What We Are Looking For

  • Experience: Minimum 5 years of technical sales experience within metering, measurement, power quality, or energy management solutions.

  • Industry Focus: Proven track record selling into Data Centre environments (Colo/Enterprise) and Commercial & Industrial sectors.

  • Technical Expertise: Strong background in Low Voltage (LV) electrical engineering networks, industrial communication protocols, BMS/SCADA automation, or IT integration.

  • Education: Degree/qualification in Electrical, Electronic, or Software Engineering is highly advantageous.

  • Skills: Strong presentation abilities, excellent commercial acumen, and proficiency in CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce).

Travel & Time Allocation

  • Field Presence: ~75% client/site visits in London, with ~25% travel across the rest of the UK.

  • Target Audience Split: 50% Data Centres | 50% Commercial & Industrial.


    Please apply with your current up-to date CV or contact me directly for more information...

    anthony.jackson@v-hr.com