Proposal Engineer

Ingersoll Rand Compressor Systems & Services; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options / Ownership program

Yearly bonus

Health insurance

Job summary

SSI Aeration in India (Hyderabad) seeks a Proposal Engineer to develop engineering designs, prepare techno‑commercial proposals, and generate accurate costing for aeration systems and related equipment.

The role requires strong analytical skills, understanding of wastewater processes, and the ability to collaborate with design, sales, and engineering teams to prepare competitive and optimized proposals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Environmental or Civil Engineering.
• 1–6 years of experience in wastewater treatment design, proposals, or process engineering.
• Strong understanding of wastewater treatment processes (ASP, MBBR, SBR, MBR preferred).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Inventor, etc. and engineering calculation tools.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering designs and technical layouts for aeration and wastewater treatment systems.
• Develop detailed technical and commercial proposals including system sizing, design calculations, and equipment selection.
• Prepare costing sheets, BOQs, and accurate price estimations based on project requirements.
• Review tender documents, specifications, and client requirements to ensure compliance.
• Coordinate with internal engineering teams, vendors, and sales for technical clarifications.
• Support sales teams with design‑based queries and participate in client discussions when required.
• Ensure all proposals meet company standards, industry guidelines, and technical best practices.
• Maintain documentation, proposal databases, and revision histories for all submissions.

Skills

AutoCAD

Inventor

Wastewater treatment

Process engineering

Numerical analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Environmental or Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Job description

About Us

SSI Aeration is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced water and wastewater treatment equipment. SSI specializes in high‑efficiency diffused aeration systems including fine bubble and coarse bubble diffusers and complete aeration system designs. The company maintains ISO 9001:2015 quality certification and operates globally with teams in the US, UK, Netherlands, Korea, China, and India, supported by distributors in over 70 countries with a mission to deliver durable, energy‑efficient, and cost‑effective aeration solutions that enhance water quality and support environmental sustainability worldwide

Job Title

Proposal Engineer

Location

India - Hyderabad

About Us

SSI Aeration is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced water and wastewater treatment equipment. SSI specializes in high‑efficiency diffused aeration systems including fine bubble and coarse bubble diffusers and complete aeration system designs. The company maintains ISO 9001:2015 quality certification and operates globally with teams in the US, UK, Netherlands, Korea, China, and India, supported by distributors in over 70 countries with a mission to deliver durable, energy‑efficient, and cost‑effective aeration solutions that enhance water quality and support environmental sustainability worldwide

Job Summary

The Proposal Engineer will be responsible for developing engineering designs, developing techno‑commercial proposals, and generating accurate costing for aeration systems and related equipment. The role requires strong analytical skills, understanding of wastewater processes, and the ability to collaborate closely with the design, sales, and engineering teams to prepare competitive and optimized proposals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering designs and technical layouts for aeration and wastewater treatment systems.
• Develop detailed technical and commercial proposals including system sizing, design calculations, and equipment selection.
• Prepare costing sheets, BOQs, and accurate price estimations based on project requirements.
• Review tender documents, specifications, and client requirements to ensure compliance.
• Coordinate with internal engineering teams, vendors, and sales for technical clarifications.
• Support sales teams with design‑based queries and participate in client discussions when required.
• Ensure all proposals meet company standards, industry guidelines, and technical best practices.
• Maintain documentation, proposal databases, and revision histories for all submissions.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Environmental or Civil Engineering.
• 1–6 years of experience in wastewater treatment design, proposals, or process engineering.
• Strong understanding of wastewater treatment processes (ASP, MBBR, SBR, MBR preferred).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Inventor, etc. and engineering calculation tools.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to interpret tender drawings, specifications, and process flow diagrams.

Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements

• Primarily office‑based role in Hyderabad.
• Occasional travel to customer sites, project sites, or vendor facilities (as required).

Key Competencies

• Expertise in Wastewater treatment process knowledge.
• Strong costing and BOQ preparation skills.
• Technical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proposal writing and documentation skills.
• Cross‑functional coordination & communication.
• Ability to manage multiple proposals with tight deadlines.

What We Offer

• We are all owners of the company! Stock options (Employee Ownership Program) that align your interests with the company's success.
• Yearly performance-based bonus, rewarding your hard work and dedication.
• Leave Encashments
• Employee Health covered under Medical, Group Term Life & Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee development with LinkedIn Learning
• Employee recognition via Awardco
• Collaborative, multicultural work environment with a team of dedicated professionals, fostering innovation and teamwork.

Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.