Business Development Engineer

Role Overview

Business Development Engineer at DAR Engineering, a leading design and engineering consulting organization in Saudi Arabia. The role is based in Riyadh, with relocation support available for the right candidate.

Company Overview

DAR Engineering is a leading design and engineering consulting organization in Saudi Arabia engaged in Power Generation, Electrical Transmission and Distribution, Healthcare, and High Rise Buildings.

Role Purpose

Strengthen DAR Engineering's Business Development team with dedicated focus on the Power and Energy sector. Identify and secure new business opportunities across power generation, transmission and distribution, and substation projects while building long-term relationships with developers and contractors active in the Saudi market. Act as a bridge between DAR's engineering capabilities and the needs of developers and contractors throughout the full project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Pipeline

• 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 and energy market.
• Track and report on the Power and Energy business development pipeline, win rates, and revenue targets to senior management.

Market & Intelligence

• Monitor market trends, upcoming tenders, and giga and mega-project pipelines within the Power and Energy space, including Vision 2030-linked power and grid infrastructure initiatives.
• Monitor competitor activity within the power and energy sector.
• Provide market intelligence and client feedback specific to the power and energy sector to support strategic decision-making and service offering development.

Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key developers, EPC contractors, utilities (e.g., SEC, NGC), and other strategic stakeholders in the energy sector.
• Lead client engagement throughout the pursuit lifecycle, from initial approach and capability presentations through to proposal submission and contract negotiation.
• Represent DAR Engineering at industry events, energy sector conferences, and client meetings to strengthen brand visibility within the Power and Energy market.

Proposal & Technical Collaboration

• 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 and energy clients.
• Coordinate with the Bid and Tendering, Marketing, and Technical departments to develop compelling, client-focused proposals for developers and contractors.

Service Positioning

• 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.

Qualifications & Experience

• B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university.
• Minimum 6 years of overall relevant professional experience within engineering, design, and consulting firms.
• Minimum 3–4 years specifically in Sales, Business Development, or Marketing within the Power and 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 and energy developers, contractors, and utilities.
• Experience engaging with giga and mega-project stakeholders (e.g., PIF-backed developments, Vision 2030 power and grid infrastructure initiatives) is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical understanding of the power and energy industry, including 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, results-driven approach to pipeline development and deal closure.
• Ability to work collaboratively with technical, design, bid, and marketing teams to develop winning proposals.
• Proficiency in CRM systems, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and business development reporting tools.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Proficiency in Arabic is highly preferred.

Additional Information

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to drive growth across landmark power and energy infrastructure projects in Saudi Arabia and the GCC.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment within a leading multidisciplinary consultancy.
• An engaged and supportive team that is passionate about encouraging each other to succeed.
• A company that values its employees and recognizes their contribution.
• DAR Engineering is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.