Senior Sales Engineer

Emerson; Doha; On-site; QAR 240,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible time off

Parental leave

Career development

Mentorship & coaching

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a Senior Sales Engineer, Flow Controls based in Doha, Qatar to drive growth in hydrocarbon, EPC and process industries by identifying strategic project opportunities and influencing specifications across the project lifecycle.

The role requires building strong relationships with EPC contractors, end users, consultants, and OEMs, leading project pursuits from pre-FEED to award, and positioning Emerson Flow Controls as the preferred supplier through value-based selling.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to identify growth opportunities and develop winning sales strategies.
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Experience with EPC contractors and end-user engagement.
• Knowledge of process automation, instrumentation, or flow control industries.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify strategic capital project opportunities aligned with business objectives.
• Lead assigned project pursuits from early engagement stages through purchase order award.
• Develop and execute project pursuit strategies that address customer business drivers and project requirements.
• Actively pursue new project leads and prequalification opportunities to position Emerson early in project lifecycles.
• Build influence with key stakeholders to maximize Emerson's value proposition and competitive advantage.
• Develop and manage a robust pipeline of opportunities to support business growth objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with EPC contractors, FEED consultants, OEMs, end users, and project influencers.
• Communicate Emerson's value proposition to technical and commercial stakeholders.
• Collaborate with End User Sales Managers to align account strategies and project pursuits.

Skills

Strategic sales

Relationship management

Communication skills

Negotiation

Market analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, instrumentation, chemical, or related Engineering

Job description

Job Summary

Emerson is seeking a highly motivated Senior Sales Engineer, Flow Controls to join our North Middle East team based in Doha, Qatar.

This role is responsible for driving growth within the Hydrocarbon, EPC, and Process Industries markets by identifying strategic project opportunities, influencing project specifications, and positioning Emerson Flow Controls solutions throughout the project lifecycle. The successful candidate will work closely with EPCs, end users, consultants, OEMs, and internal stakeholders to develop and execute project pursuit strategies that deliver profitable growth and strengthen Emerson's market position.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Business Development & Project Pursuit

• Identify and qualify strategic capital project opportunities aligned with business objectives.

• Lead assigned project pursuits from early engagement stages (Pre-FEED/FEED) through purchase order award.

• Develop and execute project pursuit strategies that address customer business drivers and project requirements.

• Actively pursue new project leads and prequalification opportunities to position Emerson early in project lifecycles.

• Build influence with key stakeholders to maximize Emerson's value proposition and competitive advantage.

• Develop and manage a robust pipeline of opportunities to support business growth objectives.

Customer & Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with EPC contractors, FEED consultants, OEMs, end users, and project influencers.

• Effectively communicate Emerson's value proposition to both technical and commercial stakeholders.

• Collaborate closely with End User Sales Managers to align account strategies and project pursuits.

• Develop long-term customer relationships that enhance Emerson's market presence and customer loyalty.

Sales Growth & Market Development

• Generate new sales opportunities through a deep understanding of process applications and customer operations.

• Identify opportunities where control valve solutions can improve efficiency, reliability, safety, and environmental performance.

• Drive brownfield project opportunities, MRO activities, and Lifecycle Services growth within assigned accounts.

• Conduct site surveys and customer visits to identify and develop new business opportunities.

• Position Emerson Flow Controls as the preferred supplier through value-based selling and solution differentiation.

Market Intelligence & Strategic Planning

• Analyze market trends, customer requirements, and competitive activity to identify growth opportunities.

• Provide market intelligence, forecasts, and business insights to support decision-making and strategic planning.

• Ensure business unit initiatives and strategic priorities are aligned with customer account plans.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Emerson products, industry developments, customer projects, and market trends.

Industry Engagement

• Represent Emerson at industry events, seminars, conferences, and customer forums.

• Promote Emerson technologies, solutions, and capabilities within the market.

• Strengthening Emerson's visibility and reputation across the EPC and end-user communities.

Compliance & Ethics

• Conduct all activities in accordance with Emerson's trade compliance, ethics, quality, and HSE policies and procedures.

• Demonstrate the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in all business interactions.

Who You Are

You are a strategic sales professional who excels at building customer relationships, identifying growth opportunities, and influencing decision-makers. You are self-driven, commercially astute, and comfortable operating independently in a highly competitive project environment. You leverage market insights and customer understanding to develop winning strategies and consistently deliver results.

For This Role, You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Instrumentation, Chemical, or related Engineering discipline.

• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in project sales, business development, or end-user sales within process automation, instrumentation, or flow control industries.

• Proven experience working with major EPC contractors in Qatar or the GCC region.

• Strong understanding of project pursuit methodologies and sales cycle management.

• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship management skills.

• Ability to independently manage multiple opportunities and priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with QatarEnergy, QatarEnergy LNG, and major end-user project execution practices.

• Experience managing multi-million-dollar project sales opportunities from identification through contract award.

• Strong understanding of Control Valve technologies, applications, and industry standards.

• Knowledge of Hydrocarbon, Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, LNG, and related process industries.

• Strong commercial acumen and strategic selling capabilities.

• Proficiency in English; Arabic language skills are considered an advantage.

Our Offer to You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our dedication to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing.

• Flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs.
• We provide, medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more.
• Flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
• End-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership.
• Wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship, and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.

Requisition ID

26009910

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.