Sales Engineer

Raja Trading Company; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 15,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in safety solutions in Kuwait is seeking a proactive Sales Engineer to promote safety products across various industries. The successful candidate will engage in client acquisition, conduct technical presentations, and manage relationships, with a focus on surpassing sales targets. Candidates must have 3–6 years of technical sales experience, a relevant degree, and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in technical sales, preferably in the Safety or Oil & Gas sector.
• Field-based sales experience in Kuwait or GCC is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and approach potential customers in key industrial sectors.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients.
• Understand customer requirements and recommend suitable solutions.
• Conduct product demonstrations and technical presentations.
• Engage in project-based selling and coordinate proposals.
• Provide post-sales technical support.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Fluency in English

Basic understanding of safety standards

Education

Degree (BE/BTech) in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Safety Plus World is seeking a proactive and technically skilled Sales Engineer to join our growing team in Kuwait. The ideal candidate will play a key role in promoting our range of safety solutions — including PPE, Fall Protection, and Gas Detection — to clients across industries such as Oil & Gas, Construction, and Government. This position blends technical understanding with customer-facing responsibilities to drive sales growth and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Acquisition & Account Management
  • Identify and approach potential customers, consultants, and contractors in key industrial sectors.
  • Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients to ensure repeat business.
• Technical Sales & Product Demonstration
  • Understand customer requirements and recommend suitable solutions from our safety product range.
  • Conduct product demonstrations and technical presentations to end users, safety officers, and procurement teams.
• Project Engagement
  • Engage in project-based selling by tracking tenders, RFQs, and new developments in the market.
  • Coordinate with the internal team to prepare technical submittals and documentation.
• Site Visits & On-Ground Support
  • Regularly visit job sites and customer facilities to understand usage conditions and recommend the right product fit.
  • Provide post-sales technical support where required.
• Sales Target Achievement
  • Meet or exceed monthly and annual sales targets in assigned sectors or regions.
  • Follow up consistently on quotations, pipeline leads, and project closures.
• Market Intelligence
  • Monitor competitor activities, pricing trends, and customer feedback.
  • Share insights with the sales manager to refine strategy and product positioning.

Experience

• 3–6 years of experience in technical sales, preferably in the Safety, Industrial Equipment, or Oil & Gas sector.
• Field-based sales experience in Kuwait or GCC is preferred.

Education

• Degree (BE/BTech) in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering.
• Certification in safety-related courses is a plus.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Basic understanding of safety standards and technical datasheets.
• Fluent in English (Arabic proficiency is a plus).
• Must hold a valid Kuwait driving license.
• Self-driven, target-oriented, and well-organized.