HVAC Application Engineer - Applied & VRV (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 HVAC Application Engineer- Applied & VRV (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 consulting sales 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 Consulting Sales team throughout the entire sales cycle, from pre-sales to order confirmation.
• Size and select equipment (VRV, chillers, AHU/FCU, hydronic systems, and heat pumps) using company-approved and industry-standard tools such as VRV Xpress, chiller selection software, AHU selection software, and other engineering platforms.
• Ensure the technical accuracy, feasibility, and compliance of proposed solutions prior to order finalization.
• Coordinate and manage technical inquiries from the Consulting Sales team and internal engineering teams.
• Perform timely and high-quality activities related to product selection, pricing, and quotation preparation.
• Attend meetings with clients to discuss design aspects and project specifications.
• Ensure that equipment selections and design processes are aligned with Product Department guidelines

What You Need to Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, HVAC, or a related discipline) from a recognized university.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience as an HVAC Application Engineer, preferably in technical sales or application engineering.
• Strong technical expertise in applied HVAC, DX, and VRV systems.
• Proven ability to support the Consulting Sales team throughout the full sales lifecycle, including pre-sales technical support, solution validation, and value engineering.
• Skilled in reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting MEP design documents, technical drawings, schematics, and specifications, with the ability to identify gaps, risks, and optimization opportunities.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability, with excellent 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 estimation, and HVAC system design.
• Professional proficiency in both 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.