Sales Engineer

ZAHAR INDUSTRIAL COMPANY; Dammam; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing manufacturer in Saudi Arabia seeks a Sales Engineer for the Valves Division. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and 2–5 years of experience in valves and related industries. Responsibilities include driving sales, managing client relationships, and preparing proposals. Candidates should have strong technical problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, and knowledge of ductile iron materials. This position offers career growth prospects within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Performance-based incentives

Qualifications

• 2–5 years experience in valves, piping, or related sectors.
• Strong understanding of ductile iron materials and water authority specifications.
• Excellent communication skills in English; Arabic is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales of industrial valves and manage client relationships.
• Prepare technical and commercial proposals aligned with project specifications.
• Build long-term relationships through customer-focused support.

Skills

Technical problem-solving

Professional communication

Negotiation skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

About Zahar Industrial Company

Zahar Industrial Company (ZHR) is a fast‑growing Saudi manufacturer and supplier of ductile‑iron valves, fittings, hydrants, and pipeline accessories serving the water, wastewater, district cooling, fire‑fighting, and infrastructure sectors. With a strong footprint across NWC, SWA, WTTCO, RC, NEOM, ARAMCO contractors, and EPC companies, Zahar is expanding its production capabilities and elevating its brand toward international competitiveness.

We are seeking a talented Sales Engineer who combines strong technical understanding with commercial agility to support our growth in the Saudi market.

Position Overview

The Sales Engineer – Valves Division will be responsible for driving sales of industrial valves (Gate, Butterfly, Check/NRV, Air Release Valves, Hydrants, and Special Pipeline Fittings), managing client relationships, responding to RFQs, and preparing technical & commercial proposals aligned with project specifications (NWC, SWCC, WTTCO, RC, FIDIC requirements).

This role requires a proactive individual who understands the technical characteristics of fluid‑handling equipment and can translate customer needs into winning solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Business Development

• Identify, target, and develop new opportunities within water, wastewater, infrastructure, fire‑fighting, and district‑cooling projects.
• Manage and expand relationships with contractors, consultants, EPCs, and end‑user authorities.
• Follow up on RFQs, tenders, proposals, and ongoing opportunities through all stages of the sales cycle.
• Prepare and present technical & commercial offers compliant with project specifications and standards (NWC, SASO, ISO, EN, AWWA, PN16–PN25, etc.).
• Support pre‑qualification and vendor registration activities for major authorities.

Technical Support

• Fully understand Zahar’s valve range, manufacturing capabilities, and OEM partnerships.
• Read and interpret technical specifications, datasheets, ITPs, and compliance requirements.
• Provide customers with technical clarifications regarding valve selection, features, materials, pressure ratings, and installation requirements.
• Participate in FAT, inspections, and coordination with QC/production teams when required.

Client Management & After‑Sales

• Build long‑term working relationships by offering consistent, customer‑focused support.
• Coordinate with production, procurement, and logistics to ensure timely order execution.
• Assist in resolving technical issues, delivery challenges, and customer complaints professionally.

Internal Coordination

• Work closely with engineering, estimation, QC, and factory management to ensure accurate technical and commercial responses.
• Track customer orders, payment follow‑ups, invoicing, and SOA alignment.
• Prepare weekly sales forecasts, reports, and pipeline updates for management.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 2–5 years experience in valves, piping, water infrastructure, fire systems, or related industrial sectors in KSA.
• Strong understanding of:
• Gate, Butterfly, Check, Air Valves, Hydrants
• Ductile Iron materials, coatings, standards (EN 545, EN 593, AWWA, ISO)
• Water authority specifications (NWC, SWCC, WTTCO, RC, NEOM)
• Solid commercial skills with the ability to prepare quotations and negotiate contracts.
• Excellent communication skills in English; Arabic is an advantage.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ERP systems.
• Valid Saudi driving license and willingness to travel to customer sites.

Why Join Zahar Industrial Company?

• Opportunity to be part of a rapidly expanding Saudi manufacturer aligned with Vision 2030 localization.
• Career growth within a company investing in production technology, international partnerships, and new product lines.
• Competitive salary, incentives, and performance‑based growth.
• Dynamic environment with direct access to decision makers.

Skills

Key Competencies

• Strong technical problem‑solving.
• Professional communication and relationship building.
• Negotiation and presentation skills.
• Time management and prioritization.
• High responsibility, ownership, and follow‑through.