Sales Area Engineer Process Vacuum - Spain NE
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer issued few or no visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£55,200
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3556 (62% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £55,200, and Atlas Copco IAS UK Limited is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 3552 (Business sales executives). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3556 Sales accounts and business development managers Most likely code | £38,600 | £55,200 | £55,200 | £55,200 |
3552 Business sales executives Also possible | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Your role
Your Mission
As Sales Area Engineer, Spain East, you will lead the growth of our Process Vacuum business across one of our key European markets. Reporing into the Country Manager, you will be responsible for building strong customer relationships, identifying new opportunities, and delivering innovative vacuum solutions, you will help accelerate our market growth and strengthen Edwards' position as the partner of choice for industrial vacuum applications.
About the Business
The Process Vacuum Business Line is part of the Industrial Vacuum Division and supports customers across a range of industries, including Chemical Processing, Energy & Power, Food Processing, Metallurgy, and Carbon Capture. Our ambition is simple: to be the leading Process Vacuum solutions provider in Europe.
What You'll Do
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Drive sales growth and profitability across your territory.
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Identify and win new customers, projects, and applications.
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Build strong relationships with customers, EPCs, contractors, and key decision-makers.
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Develop and present technical and commercial proposals tailored to customer needs.
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Lead commercial negotiations and manage sales forecasts and pipeline activities.
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Work closely with application, service, and technical teams to deliver outstanding customer solutions.
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Provide market insights and support strategic growth initiatives.
To succeed, you will need
Education & Experience
- University degree in Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
- Minimum 2–3 years of experience in selling complex industrial equipment, preferably within the region.
- Knowledge of vacuum technology is a plus.
- Strong understanding of the process vacuum industry and its applications.
Skills & Competencies
- Results-driven and proactive mindset.
- Strong sales and negotiation skills.
- Excellent communication and influencing abilities.
- Customer-focused with strong listening skills.
- Ability to motivate partners and build lasting relationships.
Languages & Travel
- Fluency in Spanish
- Excellent command of English
- Willingness to travel extensively (minimum 70%).
In return, we offer
- Culture of trust and accountability
- Lifelong learning and career growth
- Innovation powered by people
- Comprehensive compensation and benefits
- Health and well-being
Job location
This role is fully remote, based in Spain East, ideally Barcelona, while being associated with our customer center in Spain.
Contact information
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Where this offer sits in the market
Sales accounts and business development managers (SOC 3556) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~448k in sample- Middle half £40,144–71,448
- Median £53,820
- Going rate £55,200
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £38,600–49,680
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Atlas Copco IAS UK Limited holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3556 going rate of £55,200. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.