Commercial Engineer - Energy & Charging at Roam Electric

Key Responsibilities

Solar Equipment Sales.

• Drive sales of solar equipment to customers in Kenya and East Africa.
• Develop customer engagement and training activities in collaboration with suppliers.
• Enhance online presence and contribute to building a new website.
• Work with the communications team to run monthly email campaigns for customers and leads.

Engineering, Procurement and Construction Agreement Sales.

• Manage and grow a pipeline of prospects across various market segments.
• Generate new leads among different segments of the market and develop them until success and payment of deposit.
• Build relationships with financial institutions and project developers to facilitate lease-to-own and PPA turnkey projects.
• Maintain customer relationships, especially those with Service Operation and Maintenance Agreements (SOMA).

Charging Business Development.

• Maintain strategic partnerships with retail brands for electric vehicle charging stations.
• Support regional sales teams in unlocking new charging locations.
• When possible, design solar-powered charging solutions to lower costs and environmental impact.

What We’re Looking For

Experience

• Proven track record in sales, lead generation, and customer engagement.
• Experience in marketing, business development, or related fields.
• Exposure to renewable energy, electric mobility, or charging infrastructure is an advantage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Renewable Energy, or related field).
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in sales or business development within the energy or technology sector.
• A combination of technical expertise and commercial/business knowledge is highly desirable.