ELV / Security Systems Sales Engineer (SAIS & Critical Infrastructure)

Position Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and technically competent ELV / Security Systems Sales Engineer to support the growth of our Security and ELV business across Saudi Arabia. The candidate shall be responsible for supporting the Sales, Business Development, Engineering, and Project Teams in identifying opportunities, preparing technical and commercial proposals, estimating project costs, developing compliant solutions, and securing new projects.
The ideal candidate must possess strong knowledge of SAIS (Supreme Authority for Industrial Security) regulations, Saudi Aramco security requirements, critical infrastructure security systems, and ELV technologies. The role requires hands-on experience in security system design, integration, estimation, tendering, and proposal preparation for industrial, oil & gas, utilities, government, transportation, and data center projects.
The successful candidate will be capable of independently managing the complete sales cycle from RFQ review through bid submission and project handover.
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Key Responsibilities
Sales
• Review RFQs, RFPs, ITBs, tender packages, drawings, specifications, and client requirements.
• Analyze project scope and identify technical, commercial, and execution risks.
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• Prepare technical proposals, compliance statements, deviations, and clarifications.
• Support Sales and Business Development teams in securing new projects.
• Participate in client meetings, technical presentations, pre-bid meetings, and tender clarification sessions.
• Conduct site visits and site surveys when required.
• Identify opportunities for value engineering and cost optimization.
• Develop solution architectures aligned with client requirements and applicable standards.

• Assist management in bid/no-bid evaluations and opportunity assessments.
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Estimation & Tendering
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for security and ELV projects.
• Perform material take-offs from drawings and specifications.
• Develop Bills of Quantities (BOQs).
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Prepare commercial pricing sheets and costing summaries.
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• Develop project budgets and execution cost models.
• Prepare complete technical and commercial bid submissions.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Engineering, and Project Teams during bid preparation.
• Ensure bids comply with SAIS, Saudi Aramco, and client-specific requirements.
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Technical Engineering Support
• Develop conceptual and detailed security system designs.
• Prepare system architecture diagrams, network topologies, integration philosophies, and design narratives.

• Review project specifications for compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
• Support engineering teams during detailed design stages.
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• Review and evaluate vendor technical submissions.
• Support project execution teams during kick-off and project handover.
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Project Support
• Support project teams with technical submittals and material approvals.
• Participate in design review meetings and client discussions.

• Assist with Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and commissioning planning.

• Support change order evaluations and technical assessments.

• Provide technical guidance during implementation and integration activities.
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Required Technical Expertise
The candidate must have strong practical knowledge and Sales experience in the following systems:
 Physical Security Systems
 Access Control Systems (ACS)
 Video Surveillance Systems (CCTV/VSS)
 Perimeter Security Systems
 Command & Control Systems
 Communication Systems
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Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in Security Systems and ELV projects.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Security Systems Sales, Estimation, Tendering, or Design Engineering.

• Proven experience in preparing technical proposals, BOQs, estimations, and tender submissions.
• Strong understanding of security system integration and networking.
• Experience in Saudi Arabian projects is mandatory.
• Experience in SAIS-regulated projects is highly preferred.
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Preferred Certifications

• PSP (Physical Security Professional) – ASIS
• CPP (Certified Protection Professional) – ASIS
• PMP
• CCNA / CCNP
• BICSI
• Lenel Certification
• Genetec Certification
• Milestone Certification
• Vendor Security Certifications

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