Sales Engineer

Sales Engineer Opportunity in Kitwe LanjiZ Management Consultants is recruiting a motivated and results-driven professional for a full-time Sales Engineer position based in Kitwe, Copperbelt, Zambia.

This role is ideal for candidates seeking sales engineer jobs in Kitwe within the renewable energy sector, providing a unique opportunity to bridge technical expertise with commercial strategy to deliver innovative energy solutions.

About the Sales Engineer Role

The Sales Engineer will act as a vital link between technical teams and clients, identifying customer needs and translating these into tailored, commercially viable energy solutions. The role demands a proactive individual capable of managing projects from initial enquiry through commissioning and beyond, ensuring client satisfaction and business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze customer requirements and recommend appropriate technical solutions. Develop detailed technical proposals, including Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), Bills of Quantities (BOQs), system designs, and financial assessments such as payback and ROI calculations. Conduct site visits to evaluate load profiles, generator runtimes, solution feasibility, and client budgets.

Prepare and present technical proposals and tenders to prospective clients. Drive solution-based sales negotiations while safeguarding project margins. Support projects throughout all phases, including installation, factory acceptance tests, commissioning, and after-sales services. Deliver customer training on system operations and maintenance.

Manage client relationships to identify opportunities for repeat business and upselling. Monitor market trends, competitor activities, emerging technologies, and tariff changes relevant to the renewable energy sector. Candidate Qualifications and Experience Diploma in Electrical/Electronics or Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent; a degree is advantageous.

Strong knowledge of low voltage (LV) and high voltage (HT) power systems. Minimum of three years’ relevant industry experience with a proven track record. Experience in sales or marketing is a plus. Proficiency in costing, negotiation, CRM, proposal writing, presentations, problem-solving, and relationship management.

Registration with the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ) and possession of a valid Practicing License. Valid driver’s license with the ability to operate both manual and automatic vehicles. Willingness to travel frequently to project sites across Zambia. Possession of a valid Silicosis certificate.

Focus Areas of the Sales Engineer Role This role emphasizes selling comprehensive energy solutions rather than just products. Key focus areas include:

• Photovoltaic (PV) Solar Systems Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) Battery Energy Storage Solutions (BESS) Thermal Energy Solutions (TESS) Substation Solutions Switchgear Genset Solutions Employment Details Company LanjiZ Management Consultants Location Kitwe, Copperbelt, Zambia Employment Type Full Time Salary ZMW 10,000 – 20,000 per month How to Apply Qualified candidates interested in this exciting opportunity for sales engineer jobs in Kitwe are invited to submit their applications via email to vacancies@lanjiz.co.zm.
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