About the Role
WTS Energy, a leading global manpower and consultancy provider to the international oil, gas, and energy industries, is looking for a driven Sales Engineer to join our operations in Lagos, Nigeria. In this critical business development role, you will leverage your deep technical expertise to drive the sales of pumps and other rotary equipment across upstream, midstream, and downstream markets, guiding opportunities from initial prospecting all the way to successful contract award.
Key Responsibilities- Identify and qualify new sales opportunities for pumps and rotary equipment across the Lagos market and the wider Nigerian energy sector.
- Build and maintain robust relationships with key decision-makers in oil and gas operators, EPC firms, and major contractors.
- Prepare and deliver compelling technical presentations, product demonstrations, and tailored application recommendations.
- Develop comprehensive tender responses, technical and commercial proposals, and accurate cost estimates aligned with client specifications.
- Lead strategic commercial negotiations through to contract award and ensure a seamless handover to project delivery and aftermarket teams.
- Provide expert applications engineering support, troubleshooting, and technical guidance to both internal teams and valued clients.
- Track sales pipeline activity, sales forecasts, and competitor intelligence, reporting progress regularly to sales management.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Petroleum, Production, or Process Engineering.
- Minimum of 8 to 10 years of proven experience in technical sales, applications engineering, or business development involving pumps and rotary equipment.
- At least 5 years of direct working experience within the upstream, midstream, or downstream oil and gas industry.
- Demonstrated track record of successfully developing sales opportunities from prospecting through tendering, negotiation, and contract closure.
- Professional certifications or memberships such as COREN or NSE, and familiarity with twin-screw or multiphase pumping technologies, are highly preferred.
- Competitive compensation package commensurate with industry standards.
- Opportunities for professional growth and international exposure with a globally recognized energy sector leader.
- Comprehensive hands-on support and collaborative work environment.