12 Automation Sales jobs in Bahrain

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within assigned territories and industries.
• Develop and deliver compelling technical presentations and product demonstrations to prospective clients.
• Understand customer requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions using our product portfolio.
• Provide pre-sales technical support, including system design, configuration, and proposal generation.
• Collaborate with the engineering and product development teams to provide market feedback and identify new product opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, understanding their evolving needs and challenges.
• Negotiate contracts and close sales, ensuring profitability and customer satisfaction.
• Provide post-sales technical support and training to customers to ensure successful implementation and ongoing use of solutions.
• Stay current with industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies in industrial automation.
• Achieve and exceed assigned sales targets and performance metrics.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and provide timely resolutions.
• Prepare sales forecasts and reports for management.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Automation) or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical sales, field applications engineering, or a similar customer-facing technical role.
• Proven track record of exceeding sales targets in a B2B technical environment.
• Strong knowledge of industrial automation technologies, including PLCs, SCADA systems, HMI, robotics, and motion control.
• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to understand complex technical concepts and explain them clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency in CRM software and sales tools.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a hybrid work environment.
• Willingness to travel regularly for client meetings and site visits.

• Developing and delivering compelling technical presentations and product demonstrations to prospective clients.
• Understanding customer needs and providing tailored technical solutions that meet their specific requirements.
• Collaborating with the sales team to identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with key decision-makers in automotive companies.
• Providing technical support and expertise throughout the sales cycle, from initial inquiry to contract closure.
• Preparing and presenting technical proposals and quotations.
• Conducting market research to identify emerging trends and opportunities in the automotive sector.
• Working closely with the engineering and product development teams to provide customer feedback and influence product roadmaps.
• Troubleshooting technical issues and providing solutions to clients.
• Negotiating contracts and closing sales agreements.
• Attending industry trade shows and conferences to represent the company and network with potential clients.
• Achieving and exceeding sales targets and performance objectives.
• Maintaining accurate records of customer interactions, sales activities, and pipeline status in the CRM system.
• Keeping abreast of the latest automotive technologies, industry standards, and competitor activities.
• Providing post-sales technical support and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Developing and delivering technical training to sales staff and partners.
• Identifying opportunities for upselling and cross-selling to existing clients.
• Collaborating with marketing teams on technical content development.
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Contributing to the overall sales strategy and growth of the company.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related technical field. Master's degree or MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a sales engineering or technical sales role within the automotive industry.
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Deep understanding of automotive systems, components, and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Proficiency in CRM software and sales management tools.
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment.

• Deliver technical presentations and product demonstrations to prospective and existing clients.
• Design and architect telecommunications solutions tailored to customer requirements.
• Collaborate with sales teams to develop compelling proposals and bids.
• Conduct technical feasibility studies and site surveys.
• Provide expert advice on network design, implementation, and optimization.
• Troubleshoot technical issues during the sales process and post-implementation.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest telecommunications technologies and industry trends.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key client stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in technical sales or sales engineering within the telecommunications sector.
• In-depth knowledge of mobile network technologies (e.g., 4G, 5G), fiber optics, and IP networking.
• Experience with cloud computing and virtualization technologies is a plus.
• Strong understanding of sales processes and customer relationship management.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel as needed to client sites.
• Proven ability to articulate complex technical concepts to a diverse audience.

Join ProLab Systems as a Senior Technical Sales Engineer

About Us:

ProLab Systems is a leading provider of comprehensive laboratory solutions, serving industries across the GCC region, including petrochemicals, polymers, refineries, building materials, and research. With strategic partnerships in Europe and a growing customer base in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and beyond, we are at the forefront of innovation in laboratory equipment and services. We pride ourselves on delivering cutting-edge solutions and excellent customer service, making us a trusted partner for clients in diverse industries.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a dynamic and skilled Senior Technical Sales Engineer to join our passionate team. In this role, you will be the technical bridge between our products and the needs of our clients, driving sales and providing exceptional technical support. We seek a proactive individual who combines in-depth technical expertise with outstanding communication and problem-solving skills. If you thrive on innovation and excel in creating solutions, this is your opportunity to contribute to the growth of our business.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a fast-growing organization with a collaborative and innovative culture.
• Engage with cutting-edge technologies and projects.
• Opportunities for continuous professional growth and development.
• Work with a diverse clientele across the GCC region and partners in Europe.

Key Responsibilities:

• Understand client technical requirements and provide tailored solutions.
• Collaborate with the sales team to develop compelling commercial and technical proposals.
• Develop and execute sales visit plans and forecast sales while identifying new business opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients.
• Lead and support turnkey lab projects, working closely with the assigned team.
• Verify customer purchase orders, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of tenders and contracts.
• Stay up to date with our product lines to offer the best solutions to clients.
• Conduct regular visits to clients, providing support and resolving any issues.
• Contribute to marketing initiatives and promotional activities.
• Support management with administrative tasks as needed.

Job Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably in Chemical Engineering or Mechatronics.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in technical sales, with knowledge of laboratory equipment in industries such as mining, metals, and cement.
• Technical Expertise: Hands-on experience with industrial lab systems and equipment.
• Process Knowledge: Familiarity with process automation and electrical systems to understand project requirements effectively is a plus.
• Software Proficiency : Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio).
• Communication Skills: Strong oral and written communication skills in English are essential.
• Travel Requirements: Willingness to travel within the Middle East to meet with partners and clients.
• Work Ethic: Positive attitude, self-driven, capable of working independently, and meeting deadlines.
• Motivation: Highly responsible and motivated to succeed in a dynamic, fast-paced, and high-growth environment.
• Language Skills: Proficiency in English is required; fluency in Arabic is a plus.

How to Apply:

If you are ready to take on a new challenge and be part of a vibrant, innovative team, we want to hear from you! Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to

ProLab Systems – Bridging Technology and Solutions Across Industries.

1. Understand customer requirements and propose winning Techno-Commercial solution.
2. Capable of performing site surveys to understand requirements.
3. Able to carry out Techno-commercial discussions with client.
4. Understand competition solutions and propose right and winning solution.
5. Capable of making Sales Presentations to customers.
6. Identify and bring in new sales leads related to systems Projects ( SCADA / DCS / ESD Systems) opportunities on assigned territory.

1. Bachelor engineering degree (Instrumentation & Control or Electronics & Communication Eng).
2. Minimum 6 years’ experience in Sales / Proposals of RTU/PLC, SCADA / ESD / DCS Solutions in Oil & Gas/Process industries.

1. The potential candidate has to be self-motivated.
2. Whilst he should have a technical background, he should be very much sales oriented.
3. Positive attitude, willing to learn and flexible.
4. Good analytical skills with strong logical thinking and tactful in approach.
5. Self-starter who is competent to work independently but with minimum supervision.

1. Excellent Interpersonal skill required.
2. Very Good communication in English.
3. Flexible to work extended hours as per demand of job.
4. 30-40% travel in Middle East & Africa market anticipated.

Yokogawa, award winner for ‘Best Asset Monitoring Technology’ and ‘Best Digital Twin Technology’ at the HP Awards, is a leading provider of industrial automation, test and measurement, information systems and industrial services in several industries.

Our aim is to shape a better future for our planet through supporting the energy transition, (bio)technology, artificial intelligence, industrial cybersecurity, etc. We are committed to the United Nations sustainable development goals by utilizing our ability to measure and connect.

About the Team
Our 18,000 employees work in over 60 countries with one corporate mission, to "co-innovate tomorrow". We are looking for dynamic colleagues who share our passion for technology and care for our planet. In return, we offer you great career opportunities to grow yourself in a truly global culture where respect, value creation, collaboration, integrity, and gratitude are highly valued and exhibited in everything we do.

Job Purpose:-

Yokogawa, a global leader in industrial automation and an OEM provider of advanced process control systems, is seeking a Sales Proposal Engineer to support our sales and bidding activities. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in the back-end sales process by preparing accurate technical and commercial proposals for Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)-based Emergency Shutdown Systems (ESD), SCADA systems, and other industrial automation solutions in the assigned territory.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Analyze customer RFQs (Request for Quotations) and specifications to prepare accurate technical and commercial proposals.
• Estimate costs and develop pricing strategies for automation systems including DCS, PLC, ESD, and SCADA.
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, and project teams to ensure alignment of proposals with customer requirements and company capabilities.
• Assist in defining scope, system architecture, and hardware/software requirements for proposals.
• Work with internal tools and databases to generate bills of materials and quotations.
• Support bid reviews and clarify technical aspects with customers as needed.
• Ensure timely submission of proposals while maintaining high accuracy and competitiveness.
• Stay updated with industry trends, competitor offerings, and new technologies.

Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation, Electrical, Electronics, or related engineering field.
• 3–6 years of experience in sales support, estimation, or proposal engineering within the automation or process control industry.
• Prior experience working with Yokogawa systems or similar OEM platforms.
• Strong understanding of DCS, PLC, SCADA, and ESD systems.
• Proficiency in reading P&IDs, control philosophies, and technical specifications.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Hands-on experience with Yokogawa CENTUM, ProSafe-RS, FAST/TOOLS, or similar platforms.
• Exposure to project bidding in Oil & Gas, Power, Chemicals, or other process industries.
• Strong knowledge of Distributed Control Systems (DCS) , PLC-based systems , Emergency Shutdown Systems (ESD) , and SCADA platforms .
• Experience in preparing technical and commercial proposals for industrial automation projects.
• Ability to interpret technical documents such as P&IDs, control philosophies, instrument lists, and system architecture diagrams.
• Familiarity with Yokogawa platforms (e.g., CENTUM VP, ProSafe-RS, FAST/TOOLS) and/or systems from competitive OEMs (e.g., Emerson DeltaV, Honeywell Experion, ABB 800xA, Siemens PCS 7, Schneider EcoStruxure).
• Proficiency in cost estimation , BOM creation , and proposal generation tools.
• Basic knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus, HART, OPC).
• Understanding of project bidding processes , especially in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Power, or Water/Wastewater industries .
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (verbal and written).
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail .
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team .
• Good time management and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Customer-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Yokogawa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Yokogawa wants a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. We will actively recruit, develop, and promote people from a variety of backgrounds who differ in terms of experience, knowledge, thinking styles, perspective, cultural background, and socioeconomic status. We will not discriminate based on race, skin color, age, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, belief, political opinion, nationality, ethnicity, place of origin, disability, family relations or any other circumstances. Yokogawa values differences and enables everyone to belong, contribute, succeed, and demonstrate their full potential.

Are you being referred to one of our roles? If so, ask your connection at Yokogawa
about our Employee Referral process!

Yokogawa, award winner for ‘Best Asset Monitoring Technology’ and ‘Best Digital Twin Technology’ at the HP Awards, is a leading provider of industrial automation, test and measurement, information systems and industrial services in several industries.

Our aim is to shape a better future for our planet through supporting the energy transition, (bio)technology, artificial intelligence, industrial cybersecurity, etc. We are committed to the United Nations sustainable development goals by utilizing our ability to measure and connect.

Our 18,000 employees work in over 60 countries with one corporate mission, to "co-innovate tomorrow".

We are looking for dynamic colleagues who share our passion for technology and care for our planet. In return, we offer you great career opportunities to grow yourself in a truly global culture where respect, value creation, collaboration, integrity, and gratitude are highly valued and exhibited in everything we do.

Join to apply for the Sales Proposal Engineer role at Yokogawa

Join to apply for the Sales Proposal Engineer role at Yokogawa

Not just a job, but a career

Yokogawa, award winner for ‘Best Asset Monitoring Technology’ and ‘Best Digital Twin Technology’ at the HP Awards, is a leading provider of industrial automation, test and measurement, information systems and industrial services in several industries.

Not just a job, but a career

Yokogawa, award winner for ‘Best Asset Monitoring Technology’ and ‘Best Digital Twin Technology’ at the HP Awards, is a leading provider of industrial automation, test and measurement, information systems and industrial services in several industries.

Our aim is to shape a better future for our planet through supporting the energy transition, (bio)technology, artificial intelligence, industrial cybersecurity, etc. We are committed to the United Nations sustainable development goals by utilizing our ability to measure and connect.

About The Team

Our 18,000 employees work in over 60 countries with one corporate mission, to "co-innovate tomorrow". We are looking for dynamic colleagues who share our passion for technology and care for our planet. In return, we offer you great career opportunities to grow yourself in a truly global culture where respect, value creation, collaboration, integrity, and gratitude are highly valued and exhibited in everything we do.

Job Purpose:-

Yokogawa, a global leader in industrial automation and an OEM provider of advanced process control systems, is seeking a Sales Proposal Engineer to support our sales and bidding activities. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in the back-end sales process by preparing accurate technical and commercial proposals for Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)-based Emergency Shutdown Systems (ESD), SCADA systems, and other industrial automation solutions in the assigned territory.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Analyze customer RFQs (Request for Quotations) and specifications to prepare accurate technical and commercial proposals.
• Estimate costs and develop pricing strategies for automation systems including DCS, PLC, ESD, and SCADA.
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, and project teams to ensure alignment of proposals with customer requirements and company capabilities.
• Assist in defining scope, system architecture, and hardware/software requirements for proposals.
• Work with internal tools and databases to generate bills of materials and quotations.
• Support bid reviews and clarify technical aspects with customers as needed.
• Ensure timely submission of proposals while maintaining high accuracy and competitiveness.
• Stay updated with industry trends, competitor offerings, and new technologies.
  
  

• Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation, Electrical, Electronics, or related engineering field.
• 3–6 years of experience in sales support, estimation, or proposal engineering within the automation or process control industry.
• Prior experience working with Yokogawa systems or similar OEM platforms.
• Strong understanding of DCS, PLC, SCADA, and ESD systems.
• Proficiency in reading P&IDs, control philosophies, and technical specifications.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Hands-on experience with Yokogawa CENTUM, ProSafe-RS, FAST/TOOLS, or similar platforms.
• Exposure to project bidding in Oil & Gas, Power, Chemicals, or other process industries.
  
  

• Strong knowledge of Distributed Control Systems (DCS), PLC-based systems, Emergency Shutdown Systems (ESD), and SCADA platforms.
• Experience in preparing technical and commercial proposals for industrial automation projects.
• Ability to interpret technical documents such as P&IDs, control philosophies, instrument lists, and system architecture diagrams.
• Familiarity with Yokogawa platforms (e.g., CENTUM VP, ProSafe-RS, FAST/TOOLS) and/or systems from competitive OEMs (e.g., Emerson DeltaV, Honeywell Experion, ABB 800xA, Siemens PCS 7, Schneider EcoStruxure).
• Proficiency in cost estimation, BOM creation, and proposal generation tools.
• Basic knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus, HART, OPC).
• Understanding of project bidding processes, especially in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Power, or Water/Wastewater industries.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (verbal and written).
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Good time management and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Customer-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Management and Manufacturing
• Industries Automation Machinery Manufacturing

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Yokogawa by 2x

Manama, Capital Governorate, Bahrain 2 days ago

A'ali, Northern Governorate, Bahrain 1 day ago

Manama, Capital Governorate, Bahrain 3 weeks ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.