Senior Sales Engineer

Job Title: Sales Engineer / Sr. Sales Engineer – Academia

Positions available: Need one for each location.

Locations: Pune (Maharashtra) | Gurugram (Delhi-NCR) and Kolkata or Guwahati

Experience: Minimum 3+ years in sales (Candidates with additional relevant experience may be considered for senior positions)

Qualification: Graduate Engineer or MBA, Other graduates with relevant experience in  sales will be considered.

Role type: Full time in respective locations

Remuneration: Competitive; aligned with industry standards

About the Role:

We are seeking proactive and driven professionals to strengthen our presence in the academic and research ecosystem. In this role, you will promote next-generation solutions including AI-driven in- silico platforms, CAD/CAM/CAE tools, 3D printing & scanning technologies, collaborative robotics, molecular modelling tools, ELN/LIMS, Virtual Twins, and Industry 4.0 applications.

This position involves end-to-end sales ownership, academic relationship building, and driving revenue growth. It also offers exposure to cutting-edge research domains and requires frequent travel within the assigned territory.

Key Responsibilities:

•   Identify and pursue new business opportunities within universities, academic institutions, research labs, and related organizations.

•   Promote and present the company’s solutions, including CAD/CAE software, simulation tools, 3D printers and 3D scanners, collaborative robots, and cloud-based research platforms.

•   Build and maintain professional relationships with faculty, lab members, purchase teams, and institutional stakeholders.

•   Conduct product demonstrations, presentations, and technical discussions in coordination with internal technical teams.

•   Maintain sales pipeline, update CRM regularly, and support lead generation through digital outreach and events.

•   Travel within the assigned region to meet customers, attend events, and support business development activities.

Requirements:

•    Minimum  3+ years  of  sales  experience  with  products  catering  to  various  engineering disciplines viz Mechanical, Electronics, Computer Science or to other research programs.

•    Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills with the ability to influence multiple stakeholders.

•    Proficiency in CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce, Zoho) and data-driven sales tracking.

•    Awareness of government tendering, procurement processes, and grant-based funding

•    Target-driven, resilient, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

•    Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned region.

•    knowledge of various government funding initiatives within universities, academic institutions and research organizations will be an added advantage

Why Join Us?

•    Work with cutting-edge technologies shaping research and Industry 5.0.

•    Opportunity to build relationships with leading universities and research centres.

•    Dynamic career growth with training and development opportunities.

•    Vibrant company culture built on integrity, innovation, and collaboration.

•    Join an innovative and growing organization with excellent career development opportunities and a vibrant company culture

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to hr@vrsss.in or at 8447345345

Thank You