Technical Sales Engineer

Fluid Codes; Eastern Province; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a dynamic Technical Sales Engineer to champion the sales of simulation software in the Oil & Gas, Chemicals, and EPC sectors. This role demands a proactive individual with a solid background in sales and a knack for building relationships with key decision-makers. You will be responsible for developing effective sales strategies, managing client interactions, and driving software adoption. If you have a passion for technology and a proven sales track record, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing market.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of sales experience in Oil & Gas, Chemicals, or EPC.
• Strong knowledge of engineering simulation software sales.

Responsibilities

• Develop sales strategies to grow software adoption in target sectors.
• Manage the entire sales cycle and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Sales Experience

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Industry Knowledge (Oil & Gas, Chemicals, EPC)

Customer Relationship Management

Education

Engineering Degree (Mechanical, Chemical, or related fields)

Tools

CRM Tools (Salesforce)

Job description

We are seeking a Technical Sales Engineer to drive the sales of Ansys Simulation Software in Saudi Arabia, focusing on Oil & Gas, Chemicals, and EPC companies. The ideal candidate will have 4-8 years of experience in a similar market and a proven track record in selling simulation software from Ansys or its competitors (such as Siemens, Dassault Systems, Altair, or COMSOL).

Industry Focus: Oil & Gas, Chemicals, EPC & Related Manufacturing entities

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and execute sales strategies to grow Ansys software adoption within Oil & Gas, Chemicals, and EPC sectors.
2. Identify and engage with key decision-makers, including engineering, R&D, and procurement teams.
3. Work closely with technical and pre-sales teams to demonstrate software capabilities and address customer challenges.
4. Manage the entire sales cycle, from lead generation and qualification to closing deals and account management.
5. Build strong relationships with existing and potential clients, driving customer retention and upselling opportunities.
6. Stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities to position Ansys solutions effectively.
7. Maintain accurate sales forecasting and pipeline management using CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce).

Key Requirements:

1. 4-8 years of sales experience in the Oil & Gas, Chemicals, or EPC industry.
2. Prior experience in selling engineering simulation software (Ansys, Siemens, Dassault Systems, Altair, COMSOL, etc.).
3. Strong knowledge of simulation applications in industries such as fluid dynamics (CFD), structural analysis (FEA), and multi-physics modeling.
4. Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in a B2B enterprise sales environment.
5. Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
6. Excellent communication and negotiation skills in English (Arabic is a plus).
7. Willingness to travel within Saudi Arabia as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Engineering degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or related fields.
2. Familiarity with digital transformation trends in Oil & Gas and EPC industries.
3. Strong network within the engineering and design teams of major Oil & Gas companies across GCC.