Senior Application Engineer (Turbomachinery)

Elliott Company; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Elliott Company in Saudi Arabia seeks a Senior Application Engineer to lead design proposal development and commercial execution for centrifugal compressors, steam turbines, expanders, and pumps across Petrochemical, LNG and Clean Energy markets.

You will act as a technical SME, delivering engineered-to-order solutions, liaising with global teams, and supporting sales with high-impact technical materials and presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent is required.
• Extensive understanding of aerodynamic and thermodynamic performance principles is expected.
• Proven design and application knowledge of centrifugal compressors, steam turbines, expanders, and pumps.

Responsibilities

• Lead design proposal development and commercial execution for centrifugal machinery.
• Architect and deliver engineered-to-order solutions tailored to client specs.
• Serve as technical bridge across multidisciplinary teams to clarify bid details and create technical materials.
• Support sales pursuits with technical presentations and bid walk-throughs.

Skills

Rotordynamics

Bearings

Seals

Metallurgy

Dynamic stress

Thermal stress

Centrifugal compressors

Steam turbines

Expanders

Pumps

Proposal design

Technical presentations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Lotus Notes

Excel

Word

Sun/IBM operating environments

Job description

Overview & Responsibilities

The Senior Application Engineer serves as a technical authority and strategic commercial partner within the rotating equipment and turbomachinery manufacturing sector This role is responsible for leading the design proposal development and commercial execution of mission-critical centrifugal machinery including compressors steam turbines expanders and pumps for major global clients across Petrochemical LNG and emerging Clean Energy markets

Position Purpose

Serve as a technical subject matter expert in the application and system integration of centrifugal rotating equipment including centrifugal compressors steam turbines expanders and pumps Architect and deliver competitive high-reliability technical proposals and engineered-to-order solutions tailored to client specifications across the Petrochemical LNG and Sustainability markets Deliver joint technical and commercial leadership to expand market share support sales pursuits and advance key strategic business initiatives Serve as the primary technical bridge across multidisciplinary teams liaising with engineering operations global manufacturing hubs and customer representatives to clarify bid details and create high-impact promotional technical materials

Key Responsibilities

• Proposal Engineering & Equipment Design
  • Inquiry Evaluation & Bid Strategy Thoroughly analyze customer inquiries design requests and tender specifications to evaluate project objectives aligning closely with sales teams to devise competitive bidding strategies based on market trends budgets and competitive dynamics
  • Aerodynamic & Mechanical Machine Sizing Perform comprehensive machine sizing and engineering analyses covering aerodynamic performance rotordynamic stability stress and strain evaluations and overall mechanical integrity
  • Scope Definition & Balance of Plant Define the scope of supply for equipment packages and auxiliary systems surrounding the primary turbomachinery train
  • Cost Engineering & Estimation Build accurate cost models encompassing core hardware labor engineering hours drafting vendor-supplied components testing and project-specific contingency costs
  • Vendor Sourcing & Sub‑Supplier Specifications Author technical specifications for major purchased auxiliary equipment and act as the principal engineering authority managing sub‑vendor technical evaluations
  • Proposal Delivery Assemble and issue comprehensive proposal packages including detailed engineering data sheets performance curves scope matrices pricing breakdowns project delivery schedules and technical commercial exceptions and deviations
  • Sales Support Assist sales representatives in delivering technical presentations value propositions and bid walk-throughs to customer evaluation teams

Technical & Commercial Support Quote-to-Award Phase

• Bid Clarifications Rapidly resolve technical and commercial queries raised by sales teams and client engineering teams throughout the bidding cycle
• Proposal Optimization Revise and re-rate equipment configurations scopes and proposals as project parameters and customer requirements evolve
• Commercial Alignment Partner with sales and executive management to fine-tune scope delivery schedules and pricing structures to maintain competitive positioning while preserving gross margins
• Pre-Contract Alignment Participate directly in pre-award meetings customer clarification sessions and contract negotiation discussions

Project Transfer & Post-Order Support

• Global Team Handover Transition awarded contracts smoothly to project execution teams in the USA and Japan
• Design Specification Handover Prepare final design specifications and baseline engineering documents reflecting final negotiated terms
• Kick-Off Coordination Lead and attend internal and client-facing kick-off meetings and formal handover sessions
• Project Definition Packages Compile and deliver comprehensive project handover packages including original and revised inquiry specifications final scope definitions detailed costing files delivery milestones and engineering schedules to assigned Project Managers
• Ongoing Engineering Advisory Serve as the continuous technical and commercial consultant to the Project Manager throughout the detailed engineering procurement and testing phases

Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement

• Design Automation Develop and refine standardized workflows automating repetitive calculation routines and equipment selection procedures to accelerate inquiry turnaround times
• Cross-Functional Collaboration Enhance interface protocols and information sharing between internal divisions specifically between the New Equipment engineering team and the Rerate Aftermarket services group
• Technology & Market Intelligence Stay at the forefront of turbomachinery technology through industry periodicals trade symposiums technical papers and formal internal external training programs
• Competitive Analysis Monitor competitor offerings patent releases and customer trends to identify emerging technology applications and continuous product enhancement opportunities

Strategic Market Initiatives & Business Development

• Market Analytics Leverage specialized engineering expertise commercial insight and industry networks to conduct quantitative and qualitative market assessments
• Technical Thought Leadership Author white papers application guidelines and technical reports to assist sales and marketing in launching new technologies and penetrating emerging applications
• Client Engagement Lead high-level technical presentations to engineering contractors EPCs and end users to drive brand preference and early-stage project specification development

Bachelor s degree in Engineering (or equivalent) with extensive understanding of aerodynamic and thermodynamic performance principles (gas properties, heat transfer, efficiency, head, work).Proven design and application knowledge of centrifugal compressors, steam turbines, expanders, pumps, and key auxiliary packages (motors, gears, lube systems, etc.).Strong mechanical and analytical capabilities in rotordynamics, bearings, seals, metallurgy/materials, and dynamic/thermal stress and strain.Proven techno-commercial capability to strategically balance equipment cost, performance, delivery lead times, and operating reliability.Familiarity with target sectors and emerging sustainability markets, including Hydrogen, CCS/CCUS, Ammonia, and Energy Storage.Strong written and verbal communication skills with high attention to detail for authoring customer proposals, technical papers, procedures, and presenting in commercial meetings.Proficiency with engineering application software, standard productivity tools (Word, Excel, Lotus Notes), and Sun/IBM operating environments.Ability to travel an average of 4 6 times per year (typically 2 3 days per trip) to support sales pursuits, attend pre-contract meetings, participate in trade shows/discussion groups, present technical papers, and complete off-site training.