Business Development Engineer – Coating Services

Castolin Eutectic; Dammam; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial coatings company in Dammam is seeking an energetic Business Development Engineer with expertise in thermal spray and epoxy coating technologies. The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of experience in business development within Saudi Arabia, established relationships with major clients like Saudi Aramco and SABIC, and a robust understanding of surface protection applications. This role involves identifying new opportunities and managing client engagements throughout various regions in Saudi Arabia.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years’ experience in business development or technical sales within the coatings industry in Saudi Arabia.
• Solid product knowledge in thermal spray coating, epoxy coating, and related surface protection solutions.
• Experience dealing with EPC contractors and understanding project procurement cycles.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and manage new business opportunities in industrial coating sectors.
• Build and expand professional relationships with key clients, including major Saudi companies.
• Conduct regular client visits to present proposals and close strategic deals.

Skills

Business development

Technical sales

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Customer-oriented mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

We are seeking an energetic and result-driven Business Development Engineer with proven expertise in industrial coatings, particularly thermal spray and epoxy coating technologies. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of surface protection applications for the oil, gas, and petrochemical industries and established business relationships with major end users and EPC contractors across Saudi Arabia

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and manage new business opportunities in industrial coating, Thermal Spray, Epoxy, Polymer and Surface engineering sectors.
• Build and expand strong professional relationships with key clients, including Saudi Aramco, SABIC, Petro Rabigh, SWCC, and other process industry end users.
• Proactively engage EPC contractors and project consultants to position the company’s coating solutions during project bidding and specification stages.
• Promote thermal spray coating, epoxy coating, and wear- and corrosion-protection solutions to targeted market segments.
• Develop and execute business growth strategies aligned with company objectives and market trends.
• Conduct regular client visits across all Saudi regions to identify customer needs, present technical proposals, and close strategic deals.
• Collaborate closely with technical and operations teams to deliver accurate quotations, project documentation, and after-sales support.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies to identify new service or product opportunities.
• Prepare and present periodic reports on business performance, market analysis, and sales forecasts to management.
• Ensure alignment with quality, safety, and compliance standards set by major industrial clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Materials, or Chemical preferred).
• 5–7 years’ experience in business development or technical sales within the coatings industry in Saudi Arabia.
• Solid product knowledge in thermal spray coating, epoxy coating, and related surface protection solutions.
• Hands-on experience dealing with EPC contractors and understanding project procurement cycles.
• Strong business network with major Saudi industrial clients (Aramco, SABIC, Petro Rabigh, SWCC, Ma’aden, etc.).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proficient in preparing technical-commercial proposals and coordinating with cross-functional teams.
• Passion for field travel across Saudi Arabia with a proactive and customer-oriented mindset.
• Self-motivated, result-driven, and capable of working independently under minimal supervision.