Business Development Engineer

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DAR Engineering, a leading design & engineering consulting organization in Saudi Arabia engaged in Power Generation, Electrical Transmission & Distribution, Health Care & High Rise Buildings

We are seeking an experienced Business Development Engineer to strengthen DAR Engineering's Business Development team with dedicated focus on the Power and Energy sector
. The role requires an electrical engineering professional with a strong consulting/engineering background, capable of identifying and securing new business opportunities across power generation, transmission and distribution (T&D), and substation projects, while building long-term relationships with developers and contractors active in the Saudi market.

The successful candidate will combine technical credibility in the power/energy domain with strong commercial acumen, acting as a bridge between DAR's engineering capabilities and the needs of developers and contractors across the full project lifecycle.

• Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities within the Power and Energy sector, including power generation, transmission and distribution (T&D), and substation projects in Saudi Arabia.
• Develop and execute a focused business development strategy targeting developers and contractors active in the power/energy market.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key developers, EPC contractors, utilities (e.g., SEC, NGC), and other strategic stakeholders in the energy sector.
• Monitor market trends, upcoming tenders, and giga/mega-project pipelines within the Power & Energy space (e.g., Vision 2030-linked power and grid infrastructure initiatives), along with competitor activity.
• Lead client engagement throughout the pursuit lifecycle - from initial approach and capability presentations through to proposal submission and contract negotiation.
• Collaborate closely with DAR's technical, design, and engineering teams to ensure proposals and pitches accurately reflect project scope, technical approach, and value proposition for power/energy clients.
• Support positioning of DAR Engineering across all project stages relevant to power and energy infrastructure, from planning and concept design through detailed design and construction supervision.
• Represent DAR Engineering at industry events, energy sector conferences, and client meetings to strengthen brand visibility within the Power & Energy market.
• Coordinate with the Bid & Tendering, Marketing, and Technical departments to develop compelling, client-focused proposals for developers and contractors.
• Track and report on the Power & Energy business development pipeline, win rates, and revenue targets to senior management.
• Provide market intelligence and client feedback specific to the power/energy sector to support strategic decision-making and service offering development.

• B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university.

• Minimum 6 years of overall relevant professional experience within engineering, design, and consulting firms.
• Of which, a minimum of 3-4 years specifically in Sales, Business Development, or Marketing within the Power/Energy domain.
• Strong familiarity with the energy industry, including power generation, transmission and distribution (T&D), and substation projects.
• Demonstrated track record of securing new business with developers and contractors as primary client segments.
• Prior experience in Saudi Arabia is highly preferred, with an established professional network across power/energy developers, contractors, and utilities.
• Experience engaging with giga/mega-project stakeholders (e.g., PIF-backed developments, Vision 2030 power and grid infrastructure initiatives) is an advantage.

• Fluency in English is required.
• Proficiency in Arabic is highly preferred.

• Strong technical understanding of the power/energy industry - generation, transmission, distribution, and substations - enabling credible conversations with clients and internal design teams.
• Excellent business development, negotiation, and relationship management skills, with a focus on developers and contractors.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to identify, evaluate, and pursue high-value opportunities in the energy sector.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to represent DAR Engineering credibly at a senior client level.
• Strategic thinking combined with a hands-on,…