Proposal Engineer/ Sr. Proposal Engineer

Atlas Copco; Chennai; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Copco in Chennai seeks a Proposal Engineer/Sr. Proposal Engineer to support the sales team by crafting optimized, innovative solution proposals and techno‑commercial offers.

You will collaborate with engineering, purchasing, and service teams to deliver high-quality products and win business. The role involves hands-on engineering of tightening solutions, close coordination with suppliers, and frequent travel to customer sites across South India.

Qualifications

• Handson experience of Tightening Tools, Controllers, Data Driven Solutions and related software.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Collaborates with sales to secure order resonance (OR).
• Monitors pre vs post OR and budget vs actuals as per KRAs.
• Builds relationships with customers, sales, marketing, service, and suppliers.
• Suggests cost-effective solution ideas.
• Regular travel to customer sites.
• Experience with Solidworks or similar software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Application engineering of tightening solutions and automation equipment.
• Study RFQs, propose effective solutions, and prepare techno-commercial offers.
• Coordinate with purchasing and engineering to develop optimal, cost-competitive solutions.
• Support budgeting in SAP and assist project costing.
• Collaborate with global innovation centres and supply chain teams.

Skills

Tightening Tools

Controllers

Data Driven Solutions

Other Related Software

Independent Worker

Team Player

Budget vs Actual

Pre vs Post OR

Stakeholder Relationship

Cost Optimization

Solidworks

Tools

Solidworks

Job description

Proposal Engineer/ Sr. Proposal Engineer

Bring your curiosity to work as our next Proposal Engineer / Sr. Proposal Engineer .You will be part of our Proposal team reporting to Proposal Manager. In this role, your mission is to support sales team in building optimized and innovative solutions. You will contribute directly to how we create high‑quality products and solutions for our customers.

We are looking for a Proposal engineer/ Sr. Proposal engineer, to handle the followingkey responsibilities.

• Application Engineering of Tightening Solutions’ Requirements (Automation solutions, Multi Spindle Nut Runners, Special attachments, Screw feeding solutions, Torque/Articulated Arms, Process Control Solutions etc.)
• Supporting Sales Team in studying the RFQ, proposing effective solution and prepare techno-commercial offer
• Working with prospective suppliers for budgeting in close coordination with BLM
• Coordinating closely with engineering and purchase functions to develop optimal solutions with competitive pricing.
• Coordinating with global innovation centres
• Supporting preparing the Project Reference Library and Marketing Material
• Supporting the Sales and Marketing team in Business Development activities (as needed)
• Support PM team monitoring the Project Budget vs Actual Cost Utilising SAP for needed data and use it necessarily for Project Costing

Your skills and experience

• Handson experience of Tightening Tools, Controllers, Data Driven Solutions, Other Related Software
• Capable Independent Player vis a vis Team player
• Working very closely with sales and securing OR
• Monitoring "Pre vs Post" OR "Budget vs Actual" as per the set KRA
• Establishing a good relationship with the various stake holders (Customers, Sales, Marketing, Service, Project Team and Suppliers)
• Suggesting ideas towards cost effective solutions
• Regular Travelling to Customer Sites
• Experience in Solidworks or similar software will be an added advantage.

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.

Your compensation and benefits

At Atlas Copco Group, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation. Compensation is determined based on the position and its responsibilities, without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our compensation offering is designed to be locally relevant, competitive, and aligned with the expectations of current and future talent.

Beyond compensation, we believe that a rewarding career is abouthaving opportunities to learn, grow, contribute, and develop in an environment built on trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement. At Atlas Copco Group, we support our people in building long-term careers while making a meaningful impact through their work.

Your job location

Location: Chennai

Area of responsibility:

• Primary – South India (Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Kerela)
• Secondary: PAN India.

Why it is great to work with us

Your career grows through your skills, your curiosity, and the people you work with. You join a global network where we learn from each other and share knowledge openly. We focus on long‑term development and encourage you to explore new ideas that help us move forward. Innovation is part of how we think and act – we test, improve, and use what we learn to create solutions that matter. You can make a meaningful impact by contributing with your insights and taking ownership of your work, supported by flexible ways of working and leaders who empower you.

Application process

Our selection process includes interviews and, for some roles, skills assessments that help us gain a deeper understanding of your profile. We look forward to getting to know you, learning about your strengths, and discussing how you can grow with us. If you have questions during the process or need support, please contact us:

Talent Acquisition: Manasi Mulherkar

Uniting curious minds

Behind every innovative solution, there are people working together to transform the future. With careers sparked by initiative and lifelong learning, we are uniting curious minds, and you could be one of them.

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Atlas Copco delivers innovative products and solutions that help businesses grow and drive progress. Our portfolio spans compressed air and gas systems and treatment, vacuum solutions, industrial power tools, assembly systems, and power and flow solutions. We bring a commitment to long‑term success built on expertise, reliable service, and uptime. When you level up to the Atlas Copco experience you enter a partnership based on quality, sustainability, and ease of collaboration. The technology we bring, and the decades of experience support the future-proofing of your business. Atlas Copco is a brand within Atlas Copco Group.

Job Skills

• Customer Insight
• Pre Sales
• Product Demonstration
• Product Installation
• Product Knowledge
• Technical Demonstrations
• Technical Sales

Key Skills

Customer Insight Pre Sales Product Demonstration Product Installation Product Knowledge Technical Demonstrations Technical Sales

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