Technical Sales Engineer (Oil & gaz)

Who Are We?

A global leader in its markets, Vallourec provides premium steel tubular solutions for the energy sectors and other highly demanding applications: from extreme-condition oil and gas wells to next-generation power plants, bold architectural projects, and ultra-high-performance mechanical equipment.

In numbers, Vallourec is a French industrial group founded in 1890, currently listed on the SBF120, with 13,000 employees and a revenue of €5 billion. Operating in 20 countries, the Group is present on all continents.

Vallourec also represents 40 production units, 380 researchers and technicians, 3 research and development centers, and more than €45 million invested annually in R&D.

Lastly, leveraging its extensive experience in the energy sector, Vallourec is preparing for the future by developing a comprehensive portfolio of solutions addressing the needs of the energy transition: carbon capture, hydrogen storage, geothermal energy, and more.

Vallourec is looking for a Technical Sales Engineer (Oil & gaz) to join the group in Aulnoye-Aymeries

Context of this job description

The OCTG Accessories Technical Sales role supports the growth of the Europe, Africa & North Sea Accessories business by translating customer technical requirements into practical, optimized solutions aligned with Vallourec and licensee capabilities.

The role provides first‑line technical support and assists the mills through specification reviews, feasibility assessments, and guidance on accessory design to ensure industrial compatibility.

Beyond technical expertise, the role contributes to the commercial strategy, leveraging product knowledge to identify opportunities, shape offers, and reinforce Vallourec’s value proposition.

It also coordinates with VAM® Licensees to secure product consistency, API/ISO compliance, and alignment with operator expectations across the region

Mission and responsibilities for this position

• Translate customer needs into feasible technical solutions
• Analyze customer specifications and operational requirements.
• Convert technical requests into industrially viable solutions aligned with plant capabilities and licensee capacities .
• Support feasibility assessments (dimensions, tolerances, threading, metallurgy, coatings).
• Ensure proposed solutions respect VAM® design rules and qualification requirements.
• Support commercial strategy and opportunity development
• Identify new business opportunities within customer scopes and drilling/workover programs.
• Contribute to offer positioning by combining technical relevance with commercial competitiveness.
• Provide technical insights during tender preparation, customer meetings, and bid reviews.
• Help Sales teams articulate the added value of Vallourec Accessories and Services.
• Act as the Interface between market and manufacturing
• Communicate customer expectations, constraints, and priorities to the plant and licensees.
• Ensure alignment on manufacturability, lead times, capacities, and tooling availability.
• Coordinate with engineering, methods, and production teams when adaptations are required.
• Follow up on technical clarifications, non‑standard requests, and qualification needs.
• Provide Technical Support to Licensees Across EA‑NS
• Ensure product consistency and compliance with API/ISO standards.
• Clarify specifications, tolerances, and machining rules.
• Support licensees in interpreting VAM® drawings, procedures, and guidelines.
• Assist with technical deviations, non‑conformities, and customer queries.
• Promote and Support Vallourec Value‑Added Services
• Position services such as make‑up supervision, running support, thread inspection, coatings, and repair solutions.
• Identify service add‑ons linked to accessory purchases (pups, crossovers, special parts).
• Educate customers and Sales teams on the operational benefits of Vallourec services.
• Contribute to Continuous Improvement and Product Consistency
• Gather customer feedback and field experience to help improve products and manufacturing.
• Report recurring issues or market trends that could impact design or industrial planning.
• Participate in updating procedures, technical guidelines, and documentation.

Background expected

• 6 to 10 years of experience in this position and at least 4 years in OCTG, drilling equipment, or oilfield services (accessories, threading, or premium connections preferred)
• You hold a Master degree in Business school or Engineering School

Main competencies for soft skills

• Strong communication and customer relationship abilities
• Technical curiosity and problem ‑ solving mindset
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Negotiation and influencing skills
• Team ‑ oriented, collaborative, and cross ‑ functional mindset

Competencies for hard skills

• Strong knowledge of OCTG accessories and API/ISO standards
• Ability to read technical drawings and specifications
• Understanding of basic well construction (casing/tubing)
• Experience with technical ‑ commercial offers and tenders
• Familiarity with machining/threading processes

Travel

• 1 week/month

Why Join Us?

Depending on your location, you may enjoy a range of benefits tailored to your region.

• A comprehensive package (profit-sharing, annual salary review, company savings plan with matching contributions, performance-based bonuses).
• Access to a works council (vacation vouchers, sports and cultural subscriptions, etc.).
• Work-life balance respected (remote working, additional leave days, etc.).
• A pleasant working environment (corporate restaurant, proximity to public transportation, parking facilities, bright premises).
• An international environment (multicultural teams, global projects, collaborative opportunities).
• A strong culture of mobility (international, vertical, horizontal).
• A personalized career development path (annual People Review, Vallourec University, two days of training per year).

And, of course, all legal benefits: reimbursement of 50% of public transportation subscriptions, RTT (reduction of working time), access to a corporate health insurance plan, etc.

Our recruitment process

The recruitment process consists of three steps:

1/ An initial interview via videoconference with a Talent Acquisition Manager to introduce Vallourec and discuss your background and motivations.

2/ A videoconference or in-person interview with the direct manager.

3/ A third interview via videoconference or in-person with the N+2 and/or a peer.

This process may vary depending on the position and geographic scope. An in-person interview is always included.

Vallourec's Commitments

• Safety: It is the Group's top priority. Vallourec ensures that each of its employees and subcontractors understands and complies with the rigorous safety standards required for all its activities.
• Diversity: Through our “We are Vallourec” program, the Group is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a particular focus on gender, cultural, generational, and disability representation . We firmly believe that this is a strength and relies on collective engagement while fostering individual fulfillment .
• Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Principles: They are at the heart of our values. Vallourec systematically integrates the highest standards in terms of safety, quality, social responsibility, and environmental responsibility into its strategy.
• Decarbonization: The Group is investing heavily in its industrial facilities to continue reducing its carbon footprint. We have already exceeded our 2025 target, which was validated by SBTI. We aim for an even more ambitious goal: reducing our carbon emissions by 35% by 2035. We pay close attention to the CO2 content of our products.