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Junior Sales Engineer

Are you beginning your career or have a couple of years of experience? Are you looking for a dynamic role blending engineering, design, and commerce? If you are fascinated by façade technology and eager to learn about cost estimation, production processes, and the commercial path of complex construction projects, then this entry-level role as a Junior Sales Engineer at Octatube is perfect for you.

 

 40 hours  WO 3,504 - 4,298 Delft / home

 

Junior Sales Engineer

Are you beginning your career or have a couple of years of experience? Are you looking for a dynamic role blending engineering, design, and commerce? If you are fascinated by façade technology and eager to learn about cost estimation, production processes, and the commercial path of complex construction projects, then this entry-level role as a Junior Sales Engineer at Octatube is perfect for you.

 40 hours  WO
 3,504 - 4,298 Delft/ at home

 

As a Junior Sales Engineer at Octatube, you will step into a unique environment where engineering, design, and commerce intersect. You will be part of our driven Sales Team and learn how to translate technical solutions into appealing and convincing commercial proposals for the realization of challenging architectural projects.

 

You will work closely with various expert teams within Octatube, including engineering, project management, construction, and procurement. On the go, you will engage in all aspects of the role, from client contact and preparing cost calculations to drafting (technical) proposals and contributing to project planning.

 

You will follow an internal development path where you will gain comprehensive insights into the technical, commercial, and procedural aspects of our unique design & build projects. This will give you a broad understanding of the innovative façade construction industry.

 

Experience is not required; what matters most is your fascination with technical and façade design. Your curiosity and interest in the commercial and strategic aspects of the role is key for becoming a successful Sales Engineer. We provide guidance, an inspiring work environment, and plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth. Within about a year, you will gain a solid understanding of our design & build approach and accumulate valuable experience working on the realization of complex architectural structures made of glass, steel, and wood.

What you will be doing
  • You identify opportunities for new projects and maintain valuable client relationships.
  • You develop technical solutions into creative and realistic proposals.
  • You gather knowledge from various disciplines and combines this into strong proposals.
  • You create sketches, cost estimations, and schedules that align with project requirements and client expectations.
  • You manage the proposal process and inspire clients with our approach.
This is what you bring

  • You are at the start of your career or have a maximum of 2 years of work experience.

  • You have (or are about to complete) a Master’s degree (MSc) in Construction Management, Architecture, or Façade Engineering, with clear interest in the commercial side.

  • You are fascinated by façade technology, production processes, and how designs come to life on-site.

  • You are social, curious, analytically strong, creative, and think strategically.

  • You work in a structured, proactive, and accurately.

  • You handle deadlines well and can work flexibly.

  • You have strong communication skills in both Dutch and English (spoken and written).

  • You have a driver’s license (Category B), as occasional travel to clients or project sites is required.

 

This is what you get
  • A gross monthly salary between €3,504 - €4,298. We are happy to match this to your knowledge and experience.
  • The opportunity to work from home by mutual agreement. We have a home working allowance of €2,90 net per working day.
  • A smartphone with a subscription.
  • 38 days off per year on a 40-hour per week contract (apart from public holidays, of course).
  • 8% holiday allowance.
  • Comfortable travel to our office with our bicycle plan, NS-card and kilometer allowance.
  • Ample learning and development opportunities.
  • And, of course, lots of challenge and fun!

 

Rita
Junior Sales Engineer

"Being a sales engineer at Octatube is more than just dealing with numbers. It's about understanding ambitious architectural designs, and find smart, practical solutions to make them buildable. Every project is a new challenge, and I love how the role merges creative thinking, problem-solving and teamwork both with the internal team and with clients, suppliers and consultants."

Your work week

 

 

Your growth path

At Octatube, you are at the heart of our operations. You will have distinct responsibilities tailored to your expertise and skills. This means there is plenty of room for your own initiative. But why stop learning? Challenge yourself and determine your own growth path. Develop your talent in a direction that suits both you and Octatube. Work with your Octa-coach and take advantage of the training and development opportunities.

About Octatube

At Octatube, we create smart and innovative solutions for complex and specialized architectural constructions. Our portfolio includes various iconic and inspiring projects such as the glass entrance building of the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, the cable net facade of the Markthal in Rotterdam, and the extension of the Victoria & Albert Museum in London. With our unique approach, design and production go hand in hand: from technical design and detailing to production, assembly, and maintenance.

Octatube is a family business in Delft where more than 130 Octanen work with great attention to each other and our environment. We offer equal opportunities to all job seekers. All qualified applicants who fit our culture and meet our requirements are eligible for this role. We work hard to maintain an open and safe culture where diverse talent can flourish and everyone feels at home.

Read more about Octatube.

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(or send an email to vacatures@octatube.nl with your CV en motivation)
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 +31 15 789 00 00

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