Tech Support Engineer

AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software. Our cutting-edge solutions
are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life - such
as energy, infrastructure, chemicals and minerals - safely, efficiently and
more sustainably.
We're the first software business in the world to have our sustainability
targets validated by the SBTi, and we've been recognized for the transparency
and ambition of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We've also
recently been named as one of the world's most innovative companies.
If you're a curious and collaborative person who wants to make a big impact
through technology, then we want to hear from you! Find out more at
https://www.aveva.com/en/about/careers/
Tech Support Engineer, Al Khobar
The Tech Support Engineer is a key role in contributing to the growth of
business within the region, providing the essential post-sales product
support, training, consultancy, and implementation for AVEVA applications.
The job holder is accountable for delivery of professional services to
customers, either internally or externally, and may be required to travel at
short notice as a representative of the company wherever necessary to deliver
services.
Responsibilities
* Provides routine first line product support as required to customers in the region, under guidance from more senior members of the team
* Promptly address and resolve customer complaints or technical issues, with guidance and escalation if necessary
* Provides high quality, specialist product training in both AVEVA training centres and at customer locations
* Contributes to the delivery of deployment and configuration services to AVEVA 's customers
* Works with members of the technical team and technical managers to help develop scopes of work and proposals for consulting and customisation services
* Develops technical skills within their primary domain and into other AVEVA product areas to assist in the growth of the technical team in the region
* Provides industry specific consultancy, based upon related experiences to aid other members of the team to achieve successful product positioning.
* Provides pre-sales support as required by line management. See Technical Sales job descriptions for details of pre-sales support activities.
Skills & Qualifications
* Strong customer service skills
* An aptitude for delivering training and/or some experience in delivering customer focused technical training
* Associate's or Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant engineering discipline.
* Good problem-solving skills
* The ability to manage and handle multiple commitments simultaneously
* Willingness to travel extensively (potentially worldwide) to perform consultancy tasks

AVEVA requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a comprehensive
background check before they start employment. Background checks will be
conducted in accordance with local laws and may, subject to those laws,
include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification,
proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, credit
check. Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third party personal
data may involve additional background check criteria.

AVEVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary
employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where
all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and
the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business.

Come and join AVEVA to create the transformative technology that enables our
customers to engineer a better world.