Senior Costing Engineer / Proposal Engineer

Texmo; Coimbatore; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote Working

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Family Support and Care

Uniform

Paid Holiday

Subsidised Healthy Meals

Work-Life Balance

Annual Health Check-ups

Teamwork

Safety and Working for the Community

Open and Transparent Culture

Job summary

Texmo in Coimbatore seeks a Senior Costing Engineer / Proposal Engineer to join their team, responsible for leading the preparation and submission of high-quality technical and commercial proposals. The successful candidate will need strong analytical and cost estimation skills, deep industry knowledge, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments. The role offers remote working options along with various benefits including medical and life insurance, and a focus on work-life balance.

Responsibilities

• Review product, process specifications, drawings to understand customer requirements.
• Develop detailed cost estimates considering materials, labor, equipment.
• Conduct cost variance analysis to compare estimated costs with actual expenditures.
• Maintain accurate records of cost estimates, assumptions, and methodologies.

Skills

Strong analytical and cost estimation skills

Deep understanding of industry practices in product engineering

Experience with SolidWorks CAD and simulation tools

Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Ability to manage documentation, reporting, and risk mitigation

Attention to detail, proactive initiative, and problem-identification aptitude

Tools

SolidWorks CAD

Job description

Senior Costing Engineer / Proposal Engineer • Texmo Blank

Coimbatore, India • Product Engineering • Apply by 30/09/2025

We are seeking a highly experienced and detail‑oriented Senior Costing / Proposal Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will lead the preparation, coordination, and submission of high‑quality technical and commercial proposals in response to client inquiries and tenders. Your strong analytical skills, cost estimation expertise, and deep understanding of industry practices will play a critical role in securing new business and supporting project success.

As a key member of the pre‑sales and business development team, you will work closely with engineering, procurement, project management, and finance departments to ensure accurate and competitive proposals aligned with client requirements and company objectives.

Responsibilities

• Project Analysis: Review product, process specifications, drawings, and other relevant documentation to understand the scope and requirements of the customer.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to identify key cost drivers and potential risks.
• Develop detailed cost estimates for products, considering materials, labor, equipment, subcontractor services, and other associated expenses.
• Utilize historical data, industry benchmarks, and other sources to enhance the accuracy of cost projections.
• Cost Analysis: Conduct cost variance analysis to compare estimated costs with actual project expenditures.
• Identify and investigate discrepancies, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and procurement teams to gather relevant information and ensure alignment between cost estimates and project plans.
• Participate in meetings and discussions to address cost‑related concerns and provide insights to support decision‑making.
• Identify and assess potential risks that could affect project costs, collaborate with project teams to develop contingency plans and risk mitigation strategies.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of cost estimates, assumptions, and methodologies; prepare and present cost reports to management and project stakeholders; identify opportunities for process improvement; implement best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Initiative: Take proactive steps to address issues without always waiting for guidance, demonstrate willingness to tackle challenges independently, seek opportunities for improvement and optimization without being prompted.
• Problem Identification: Recognize and define problems accurately; proactively identify potential issues before they become critical; understand root causes and apply lessons learned.
• Design Optimization: Evaluate and optimize product designs for manufacturability, cost‑effectiveness, and scalability; collaborate with manufacturing teams to address production challenges and streamline processes.
• CAD Modelling and Simulation: Utilize SolidWorks CAD to create 3D models and 2D drawings; conduct simulations and analyses to ensure designs meet functional and performance requirements.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work closely with marketing, manufacturing, and quality assurance to align product development with business goals; communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.

Skills & Qualifications

• Strong analytical and cost estimation skills.
• Deep understanding of industry practices in product engineering.
• Experience with SolidWorks CAD and simulation tools.
• Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage documentation, reporting, and risk mitigation.
• Attention to detail, proactive initiative, and problem‑identification aptitude.

Benefits

• Remote Working
• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Family Support and Care
• Uniform
• Paid Holiday
• Subsidised Healthy Meals
• Work‑Life Balance
• Annual Health Check‑ups
• Teamwork
• Safety and Working for the Community
• Open and Transparent Culture