Regional Technical Sales Director (EU&AF) (Compression)
The Technical Sales Director within the Siemens Energy Compression business is a key technical sales leadership function responsible for driving sales and solution development. You will partner with Sales and Proposal Managers to build the sales pipeline and collaborate with global engineering and operations teams on technical intricacies. Site visits will be required for technical discussions, document reviews, spare parts' verification, field data acquisition and analysis, and joint troubleshooting with on-site engineers. You will be responsible for achieving segment sales targets and growth objectives alongside a high‑performing regional sales team while identifying new business opportunities and developing technical solutions with key customers.
This role requires close partnerships with our customer relationship team and positions you as the technical expert in the region driving sales growth. You will create and develop regional service and aftermarket solutions across Europe & Africa regional organisation, while also working in close collaboration with our global operations teams located in the Americas, Africa, Middle East, & Asia Pacific to deliver order entry growth & operational excellence.
This role reports directly to the Global Head of Sales and Bid Management for the Siemens Energy segment business.
Lead the overall technical sales development process for complex projects to standard aftermarket services related to centrifugal compressors, reciprocating compressors, geared compressors, and gas engines.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and partners, ensuring customer satisfaction through exceptional service and support.
Work closely with senior leadership to develop and implement a comprehensive sales strategy to ensure successful implementation across the regional business.
Responsible for Forecasting all segment service business across the Europe & Africa regional territory – Salesforce funnel, and accuracy / quality of forecasts.
Meet sales targets and earnings objectives while representing the customer requirements.
A Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Chemical, or equivalent) with 10+ years of industry experience in Oil & Gas and Industrial service segments.
Compressor & System knowledge – 10+ years of firsthand experience in compressor engineering, including design, fabrication, assembly, testing, and repair of API‑617 compressors. System knowledge in lube & seal packages, process controls such as startup, suction throttle, recycle & anti‑surge control.
~ Application knowledge – Ability to “baseline” subject compressor with minimum required data (API datasheets, compressor cross‑section). Strong analytical, organisational, and leadership skills, with the ability to deliver key projects on time and with high‑quality output.
Fluent in English, with additional languages seen as an advantage.
Competent in working with PowerPoint, Excel, Salesforce.com, & Tableau tools are preferred.
We enable decarbonisation of the industrial sector and the transition to sustainable processes, building on a strong industrial customer base, a global network, diverse technologies, and integrated execution capabilities. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150‑year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonisation, new technologies, and energy transformation.
Rewards/Benefits
~ Career growth and development opportunities
~ Company paid Health and wellness benefits
~ Paid Time Off and paid holidays
~Family building benefits
~ Parental leave