Lead Technical Proposal Engineer

GE Vernova; Tequisquiapan; Presencial; MXN 600.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

GE Vernova is seeking a Lead Technical Proposal Engineer to drive the ITO phase for high-impact EPC bids in the energy sector. You will architect winning solutions, manage BOM and cost estimates, and work with cross-functional teams to ensure technically superior and competitive proposals.

You will apply expertise in HV/EHV substation design, protection & control, SCADA, and power system studies, while traveling up to 20% to support client engagements and site evaluations.

Formación

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in substation/electrical design, specs and estimating for power gen, transmission or distribution.
• Minimum 2 years of proven experience in technical proposal writing and management.
• Solid foundation in HV/EHV substation physical design, protection & control, SCADA, and power system studies.
• Proven ability to build consensus and influence stakeholders through clear technical messaging.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% including international travel.

Responsabilidades

• Architect Winning Solutions: develop comprehensive, high-margin EPC bids.
• Drive the ITO phase: define scope, BOM, and cost estimates for engineering, testing, and commissioning.
• Design reusable methodologies, templates, and libraries to improve bid cost estimates and efficiency.
• Collaborate with Proposal Managers, Sourcing, and multi-discipline teams to create robust bid packages.
• Translate complex technical capabilities into clear, value-driven customer presentations.
• Perform studies to verify design integrity and ensure compliance with IEEE, NESC, ANSI, IEC standards.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder influence

Travel readiness

Educación

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Herramientas

PSS/E

ETAP

Descripción del empleo

Job Description Summary

Are you a technical leader who thrives at the intersection of engineering excellence and commercial strategy? As the Lead Technical Proposal Engineer, you will serve as the technological point person for the entire Inquiry-to-Order (ITO) phase. You are the architect of our winning bids, translating complex client requirements into competitive, high-margin, and technically superior EPC (Engineer, Procure, & Construct) solutions. In this role, you won’t just write proposals—you will define the infrastructure of the future, working on high-impact projects ranging from conventional utility substations to advanced renewable grid integrations, FACTS, and HVDC segments.

Job Description

What You Will Do

• Architect Winning Solutions: Provide technical expertise to develop comprehensive solutions (configuration, performance estimation, economics) that satisfy customer CTQs (Critical to Quality) and drive our "passion to win."
• Lead the ITO Phase: Drive the technical accuracy of proposals, including scope definition, installation requirements, bill of materials (BOM), and cost estimation for engineering, testing, and commissioning.
• Optimize Bid Competitiveness: Design and implement reusable methodologies, templates, and libraries to deliver highly accurate cost estimates with improved efficiency.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Proposal Managers, Sourcing, and multi-discipline engineering teams to create robust bid packages and manage vendor responses.
• Technical Advocacy: Interface with commercial teams to translate complex technical capabilities into clear, value-driven presentations for customers.
• Risk Mitigation: Perform essential studies to verify design integrity and ensure all proposals meet industry standards (IEEE, NESC, ANSI, IEC, etc.) while maintaining a keen focus on performance risk.

What You Will Bring

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in substation/electrical design, specifications, and estimating for power generation, transmission, or distribution.
• Proposal Expertise: Minimum 2 years of proven experience in technical proposal writing and management.
• Technical Proficiency: A solid foundation in HV/EHV substation physical design, protection & control schemes, SCADA communication systems, and power system studies.
• Strategy & Persuasion: Proven ability to build consensus, influence stakeholders, and communicate technical differentiators effectively.
• Agility: Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time, including international travel, to support customer presentations and site evaluations.

Why Join Us?

At GE Vernova, you will have the opportunity to work on the cutting edge of global energy infrastructure. You will gain deep exposure to complex power system technologies and collaborate with a global network of experts. We value professionals who bring not only technical rigor but also the "passion to win" by constantly refining our processes and hit rates.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No