Application Engineer - Applied HVAC (Saudi Talent)

Daikin Middle East & Africa is a subsidiary of Daikin Industries Ltd. and the leading provider of heating, cooling, ventilation, air purification, and refrigeration technology. The company designs, manufactures and brings to market a broad portfolio of equipment, as well as tailor-made solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial purposes in Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). To date, Daikin EMEA has over 12 000 employees across more than 59 consolidated subsidiaries. It has 12 major manufacturing facilities based in Belgium, the Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Austria, and the UK. Our aim is to drive sustainable and effective solutions, sparking a good climate for the generations to come. And all this can only be achieved because of our People

About the Role

The Application Engineer – Applied HVAC (Saudi Talent) role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and will play a critical role in bridging technical expertise with commercial execution. You will work closely with Sales Managers, consultants, and contractors to design, validate, and deliver HVAC solutions that meet project requirements and regulatory standards. From early-stage technical support to order confirmation and handover, you will ensure accuracy, feasibility, and value-driven solutions that support successful project delivery and sales growth.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Provide end-to-end technical support to the sales team throughout the entire sales cycle, from pre-sales to order confirmation.
• Size and select equipment (VRV, chillers, AHU/FCU, hydronic systems, heat pumps) using company and industry-standard tools such as VRV Xpress, chiller selection software, AHU selection software, and other engineering platforms.
• Prepare, review, and validate technical documentation related to confirmed orders, including equipment selections, BOQs, datasheets, and compliance and deviation sheets.
• Ensure the technical accuracy, feasibility, and compliance of proposed solutions prior to order finalization.
• Coordinate and manage technical clarifications between Sales, consultants, contractors, distributors, and internal engineering teams.
• Ensure all proposed solutions comply with ASHRAE, Eurovent, ISO, and applicable local regulations and standards.
• Review tender documents, identify technical gaps, and propose corrective or optimized solutions.

What You Need to Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, HVAC, or a related discipline) from a recognized university.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience as an Application Engineer in HVAC, preferably in technical sales, application engineering, or project support.
• Strong technical expertise in applied HVAC systems, including chilled and hot water systems, and hands-on knowledge of DX systems such as VRV and split units.
• Proven ability to support the sales team across the full sales lifecycle, including pre-sales technical support, solution validation, value engineering, and order finalization.
• Skilled in reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting MEP tender documents, technical drawings, schematics, and specifications, and identifying gaps, risks, and optimization opportunities.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability, with excellent professional communication skills and a proactive, detail-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, adapt to changing priorities, and meet tight deadlines.
• Hands-on experience with MEP design tools and methodologies, including AutoCAD, psychrometric analysis, heat load calculations, engineering estimations, and HVAC system design.
• Proficiency in English and Arabic is mandatory for the local market.

Good climate starts with people 
Our employees are the beating heart of our company. At Daikin, you get to work in a positive environment backed by trust, creativity and continuous improvement. Together, we create our top-quality solutions by empowering talented teams. You will get plenty of opportunities to learn and grow. We are deeply committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that reflects the communities we serve. Good climate starts with people.