Proposal Engineer

Keylabsintelli; Pune District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Keylabsintelli in Pune District is looking for an automation engineer to handle customer enquiries and develop solutions for automation projects. You will prepare layouts using AutoCAD, coordinate with suppliers, and support sales proposals. Strong skills in industrial automation and costing are required.

The role demands the ability to work under tight deadlines for project submissions, along with effective communication for internal and customer discussions.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of SPMs, assembly lines, and welding systems.
• Ability to develop machine concepts and process flow diagrams.
• Good knowledge of BOP selection (pneumatics, motors, sensors, robotics).

Responsibilities

• Analyse customer enquiries and technical specifications for projects.
• Prepare 2D layouts and process presentations using AutoCAD.
• Support sales team in proposals and customer discussions.
• Optimize designs and maintain proposal documents.

Skills

Industrial automation knowledge

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Machine concept development

Costing and analytical skills

Good communication skills

Tools

AutoCAD

CAD software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Analyse customer enquiries, RFQs, and technical specifications for automation projects.
• Develop machine concepts and solution approaches for assembly lines.
• Prepare 2D layouts using AutoCAD and basic line configurations.
• Make process using CAD software in PPT with detailed scope and cycle time.
• Create concept presentations (PPT) explaining process flow, machine sequence, and solution approach.
• Select bought-out parts (BOP) such as actuators, sensors, motors, and standard components.
• Coordinate with suppliers for quotations and technical details.
• Prepare detailed cost estimations including BOP, manufacturing, and integration costs.
• Support sales team in techno-commercial proposal preparation and customer discussions.
• Optimize designs and costing to ensure competitiveness and margin targets.
• Maintain proposal documents, cost sheets, and technical databases for future reference.

Additional Responsibilities by Role Level

• Independently handle complete proposals for mid-size automation projects.
• Interact with customers for technical clarifications and solution discussions.
• Standardize concepts, modules, and costing templates for faster proposal turnaround.
• Support in value engineering and cost reduction initiatives.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding of industrial automation, SPMs, assembly lines, and welding systems.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD for layout preparation and 3D CAD softwares.
• Ability to develop machine concepts and process flow diagrams.
• Good knowledge of BOP selection (pneumatics, motors, sensors, robotics, etc.).
• Strong costing and analytical skills.
• Good communication and presentation skills for internal and customer discussions.
• Ability to work under tight timelines for enquiry submissions.
• Customer visit with sales team.