Sales Engineer

Sales Engineer – Mining | Sales Engineer Jobs in Ndola Petropipe Oil and Gas is seeking a motivated Sales Engineer to join our team in Ndola, Copperbelt Province. This role focuses on expanding our presence within the mining sector across Zambia, providing technical sales expertise in valves, piping, and flow control equipment.

If you are looking for dynamic sales engineer jobs in Ndola that combine technical knowledge with customer engagement, this opportunity is for you. About Petropipe and the Sales Engineer Role Petropipe is a leading industrial supply and engineering group serving mining, oil and gas, power, and process industries throughout Africa and the Middle East.

We specialise in valves, piping, instrumentation, and flow control products, acting as an authorised channel partner for Baker Hughes valve solutions across Sub-Saharan Africa. The Sales Engineer will be based in Ndola and will regularly travel to mine sites across the Copperbelt and North-Western Province to engage with mining customers and contractors.

Key Responsibilities for Sales Engineer Jobs in Ndola Develop new business opportunities for valves, piping, fittings, flanges, instrumentation, and flow control equipment within mining companies and processing plants. Conduct frequent site visits to mines, concentrators, smelters, and refineries to assess process requirements, installed equipment, and upcoming shutdown schedules.

Review technical enquiries and collaborate with the bid team to prepare accurate technical and commercial proposals. Follow up on submitted quotations, negotiate terms, and convert proposals into confirmed orders.

Maintain Petropipe’s registration on vendor lists and tender portals for mining companies, ensuring all documentation remains current. Manage existing accounts by providing after-sales support and coordinating timely deliveries to client sites.

Document all customer interactions, enquiries, and proposals in the CRM system, and submit weekly activity plans and reports. Gather and report market intelligence including new projects, expansions, shutdowns, competitor activities, and customer budgets.

Qualifications and Experience Degree or diploma in Mechanical, Metallurgical, Chemical, Mining, Instrumentation Engineering, or a related discipline. 3 to 6 years of experience in B2B technical sales or engineering/maintenance roles within the mining industry.

Established network of contacts with mining companies and contractors in the Copperbelt and North-Western Province. Strong knowledge of industrial valves, piping, fittings, and flanges.

Ability to interpret datasheets, material take-offs (MTOs), and technical drawings. Valid Zambian driving licence and willingness to undertake frequent travel, including multi-day mine site visits.

Proficiency in spoken and written English. This position is open exclusively to Zambian nationals residing in Ndola or the Copperbelt, in compliance with local employment regulations.

Preferred Skills and Industry Knowledge Experience with slurry, knife gate, control, or pinch valves used in mineral processing. Familiarity with leading valve brands such as Masoneilan (Baker Hughes), Fisher, Flowserve, Weir, and Metso.

Understanding of mine procurement processes and supplier registration procedures within Zambia. How to Apply Interested candidates are invited to submit their CVs to Apply Now.

Please include details of the mines and contractors you currently engage with. Petropipe is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals meeting the nationality and location requirements.