Sales Engineer – Solar Energy Solutions
Company: KKGW Trading PLC
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia ,Bole Medanialem
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: Negotiation
KKGW Trading PLC is expanding its business into renewable energy solutions, focusing on Midea solar panels, inverters, battery energy storage systems, and integrated solar system design and installation services. We are seeking a motivated and technically competent Sales Engineer to support our business growth and deliver reliable energy solutions to customers across Ethiopia.
Job Summary
The Sales Engineer will be responsible for identifying business opportunities, developing customer relationships, assessing energy requirements, preparing technical and commercial proposals, and securing sales of solar energy systems. The successful candidate will combine engineering knowledge with strong business development and customer relationship management skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and develop sales opportunities in the residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors.
- Promote Midea solar panels, inverters, batteries, and complete solar energy solutions.
- Conduct customer visits and preliminary site assessments to determine energy consumption and backup power requirements.
- Perform preliminary solar PV system sizing and recommend suitable inverter and battery configurations.
- Prepare technical proposals, quotations, BOQs, and commercial offers for equipment supply and installation projects.
- Develop relationships with contractors, consultants, developers, project owners, and other potential customers.
- Identify tender opportunities, support tender preparation, and follow up on submitted proposals.
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and installation teams to ensure smooth project execution and customer handover.
- Monitor market trends, maintain an active sales pipeline, and achieve assigned sales targets.
- Provide after-sales support and identify opportunities for maintenance, upgrades, and additional sales.
Key Competencies
- Strong technical and commercial aptitude.
- Results-oriented and proactive approach to sales.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and commitment to customer satisfaction.
What We Offer
- An opportunity to contribute to the growth of an emerging solar energy business in Ethiopia.
- Exposure to Midea energy technologies and renewable energy projects.
- A professional environment with opportunities for technical and commercial development.
- Performance-based incentives, subject to company policy.