Field Application Engineer

About the Role

TE Connectivity is seeking an experienced Field Application Engineer to provide technical and field application support for power utilities, EPCs, and industrial customers. This full-time role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and focuses on TE Connectivity’s power portfolio, with a primary emphasis on MV & HV cable accessories, cables, and related products.

The ideal candidate will possess strong technical knowledge and hands-on field experience, supporting projects from the pre-bid stage through award and after-sales activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical evaluation and clarification for tenders and customer RFQs.
• Prepare and review technical submissions, drawings, and compliance matrices.
• Support product selection for MV & HV cable accessories, power cables, smart grid solutions, surge arresters and insulators, and lugs, fittings, and connectors.
• Assist customers with installation practices, site supervision, and product working principles.
• Conduct technical presentations and discussions with customers and EPCs.
• Prepare commercial offers, cost breakdowns, and quotations.
• Manage tender documentation, including pricing, delivery terms, and deviations.
• Apply and negotiate Incoterms, payment terms, and commercial conditions.
• Coordinate with sales, engineering, supply chain, and factories for accurate proposals.
• Support contract clarification and handover after award.
• Travel extensively to support customers, utilities, EPCs, and project sites.
• Provide basic hands-on assistance for MV/HV cable accessory installations when required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred).
• 8–10 years of experience in a techno-commercial / tendering role.
• Strong experience with TE Connectivity’s power portfolio, specifically cable accessories (MV & HV), power cables, smart grid solutions, arresters and insulators, and lugs and fittings.
• Proven experience in tendering, quotations, and bid management.
• Hands-on experience in MV or HV cable accessories installation (basic to intermediate level).
• Experience working with utilities, EPCs, and large infrastructure projects.

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of power distribution and transmission systems.
• Strong grasp of Incoterms, pricing structures, and commercial risk.
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications, drawings, and BOQs.
• Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Self-driven and capable of working effectively within a team.
• Strong customer-facing and communication abilities.
• Willingness to travel extensively across the region.
• Structured, detail-oriented, and deadline-focused approach to work.

About TE Connectivity

TE Connectivity offers a comprehensive package designed to adapt to changing life situations, prioritizing employee well-being.