Shobole Engineering Job Vacancy
Role description
Shobole Engineering plc would like to recruit qualified candidates for the following positions.
Shobole Electromechanical is a renowned company specializing in various projects related to the supply, installation, maintenance, and operation of elevators and escalators, as well as other electromechanical works.
We take immense pride in our partnerships with industry leaders like AKFALIFT Elevator, Elevator Solutions, and Escalator Manufacturer, a Turkish-based company. Through these collaborations, we import top-quality Turkish elevators adhering to European standards.
Position 1: Junior Electrical Engineer
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with electrical installation, inspection, testing, and maintenance activities.
- Support senior engineers in project execution and technical documentation
- Follow electrical safety standards and company procedures
- Assist in troubleshooting electrical systems and equipment.
- Perform other related engineering duties as assigned
Requirements
- BSc Degree in Electrical Engineering from a Public/Government university.
- Must have a CGPA of 3.6 or more
- Strong interest in electrical engineering, installation, maintenance, and electromechanical systems.
- Willingness to learn, take responsibility, and work as part of a team.
- Good communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work on-site and adapt to project requirements.
- Graduation Year: 2026
Position 2: Sales Executive (Field & Office Hybrid)
Key Responsibilities
- Field Business Development: Scout construction sites, commercial developments, and industrial projects to identify potential clients needing electromechanical installations or manufacturing services.
- B2B Client Engagement: Conduct face-to-face meetings with contractors, real estate developers, project consultants, and facility managers to present Shobole’s technical capabilities.
- Lead Management & Follow-up: Seamlessly transition field leads into the office pipeline. Maintain consistent phone and email communication to move prospects from initial contact to closed deals.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with our internal engineering tendering, and manufacturing teams during your office days to ensure customer requirements are accurately captured in proposals and quotations.
- Sales Reporting: Keep accurate logs of client interactions, pipeline status, and site visit outcomes using our internal tracking sheets or software.
Qualifications and Experience
Education: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Business Administration, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
Experience: 1–4 years of proven experience in outdoor/field sales, corporate sales (B2B), or industrial sales. Experience selling into the construction or engineering sectors in Ethiopia is highly preferred.
Key Attributes & Skills:
- Resilience & Drive: Highly motivated to spend significant time in the field building new networks from scratch.
- Strong Negotiation: Exceptional communication, presentation, and relationship- building skills in both Amharic and English.
- Technical Aptitude: Ability to understand and confidently discuss basic electromechanical or engineering concepts with technical clients.
- Organization: Disciplined enough to balance a busy field schedule with organized, timely office follow-ups and reporting
Position 3: Head of Commercial
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement commercial strategies to achieve sales and revenue targets.
- Lead sales, marketing, business development, and tendering activities.
- Identify new business opportunities and build strong client relationships.
- Oversee tender identification, bid preparation, pricing, compliance, and timely Submission.
- Negotiate contracts and commercial terms to support profitability.
- Monitor market trends, competitors, and customer needs.
- Manage departmental budgets, performance targets, and reporting.
- Lead and develop the commercial team
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Commerce, or a related field.
- 3 – 5 years of relevant experience, including experience in a leadership role.
- Proven track record in sales growth, marketing, and successful tender management.
- Strong understanding of procurement processes, bid documentation, pricing, and contract negotiation.
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and relationship managemen skills.
- Strong analytical, planning, and financial awareness.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with CRM and tender management systems is an advantage
- A relevant professional qualification or master’s degree is an added advantage.