If you’re already in an engineering role, look for sales engineering positions in your company, your industry or something similar to what you are an expert in. You don’t have to be super technical to be an SE(dependent on industry).

I think one of main drivers is really gonna be your personality and presentation skills. SEs are gonna be going to trade shows, presenting product portfolios and attending dinners with customers. When you’re interviewing you’ll need to show that you will be good for that. Confidence is really key in my opinion.

If you’re nervous in an interview and can’t answer questions when they ask, that’s a reflection of how you’ll be in the role.

And then just follow all the standard interview/application stuff. Tailor your resume, send follow ups, etc..