Technical Sales Engineer / Specialist (Construction / Heavy Machinery)

Job Description

Job Title: Technical Sales Engineer / Specialist (Construction / Heavy Machinery)
Business Area: Construction / Heavy Machinery
Locations: Lagos / Port Harcourt (PHC) / Abuja, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-Time
Urgency: Immediate Onboarding

Position Summary
Diversity Talent Management Limited is seeking a dynamic, results-oriented Technical Sales Engineer / Specialist to drive commercial growth and market expansion within the Construction and Heavy Machinery business line. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in mechanical, electrical, or automotive engineering, coupled with proven expertise in selling heavy-duty machinery and construction-related equipment to industry clients.

Key Responsibilities

Drive the end-to-end sales lifecycle for earthmoving and heavy machinery (including excavators, dozers, wheel loaders, dumpers, and heavy wide-body trucks).
Cultivate and manage relationships with key buyers, contractors, and decision-makers within the construction and infrastructure sector.
Provide expert technical guidance and product demonstrations to match client operational requirements with appropriate heavy equipment solutions.
Prepare comprehensive technical and commercial proposals, negotiate contracts, and close sales aligned with organizational growth targets.
Monitor construction industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging infrastructure projects across Nigeria to identify new business opportunities.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Automotive Engineering.
6 to 8 years of proven technical sales experience specifically within the construction and heavy machinery industry.
Direct sales experience or deep exposure to earthmoving and construction-related equipment (such as excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders, dumpers, and heavy wide-body trucks).
Must have a proven track record of selling to or interacting with construction industry customers and contractors.

Core Competencies & Skills

Deep technical understanding of heavy machinery, automotive systems, and construction equipment mechanics.
Exceptional negotiation, presentation, and communication skills.
Strong existing network and commercial understanding of the Nigerian construction and infrastructure sector.
Self-driven, results-oriented, and able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced sales environment.

****PLEASE NOTE****
Only selected candidates with valid experience will be contacted.

All information will be treated with strictest confidentiality.