Technical Sales Engineer-Africa

Evident Inspection Technologies is a Wabtec company!  We revolutionize the way the world moves for future generations, and we are excited for YOU to move with us! Evident Inspection Technologies, a Wabtec company, is a world leader in the manufacture of innovative inspection equipment used in industrial and research applications in the aerospace, power generation, petrochemical, civil infrastructure, automotive and consumer products industries. To work at Evident Inspection Technologies, a Wabtec company, is to develop within an organization that is an international leader in its field. We stand out for our expertise, enriching work environment and constant search for better solutions. Evident Inspection Technologies, a Wabtec company, offers a wide range of ultrasonic and eddy current flaw detection software and equipment. Our equipment is used, among other things, to inspect welds, detect hidden cracks, voids, porosity, and other internal irregularities in various materials. 

Job Purpose

Drive the growth of Evident business across Africa by developing market opportunities, strengthening distributor performance, and engaging directly with key customers and stakeholders.

The role acts as the key technical interface between distributors, customers, and internal teams to ensure effective market and project pipeline development, conversion, and execution.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop growth opportunities across key industries including oil & gas, petrochemicals, power generation, aviation, and manufacturing.
• Execute market development plans in alignment with regional strategy.
• Strengthen distributor performance through technical support, joint engagement, and sales development.
• Generate, qualify, and drive opportunities to closure in collaboration with distributors.
• Engage with end-users, EPCs, and inspection service providers to promote solutions and influence specifications.
• Support preparation of technical proposals and commercial offers aligned with customer needs.
• Deliver product demonstrations, application support, and technical evaluations.
• Conduct training, workshops, and seminars for distributors and customers.
• Maintain accurate pipeline management and forecasting through CRM tools.

 

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline
• Experience in NDT (Non Destructive Testing) sales or industrial inspection technologies
• Knowledge of NDT methods (UT, PAUT, Eddy Current, RVI)
• Experience with oil & gas operators, inspection service providers, or industrial asset owners preferred
• Proven technical sales and business development capability
• Communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently in a regional, distributor-driven environment
• Extensive travel requirement (>50%) across Africa, with travel to the Middle East office

Language Requirements:

• Fluent in English
• Arabic is highly desirable
• French is an advantage for North Africa markets

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