Bid Engineer

Vertiv; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a candidate for sales support in their Switchgear and Busbar organization to develop and propose technical service solutions. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in electrical technical scope review and proposal development.

This role requires collaboration with sales personnel to produce effective service proposals. Knowledge of electrical systems, standards like NFPA 70E and IEEE, and strong communication skills are essential. Vertiv promotes equal opportunity for all applicants.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in electrical technical scope review and formal proposal development.
• Knowledge of NFPA 70E, IEEE, and ANSI/NETA standards.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and one-line diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Develop service solutions proposals for customer requirements.
• Produce customized service quotations ensuring proper scope and specifications.
• Work with sales to define incremental scope based on findings from audits.

Skills

Electrical technical scope review

Proposal development

Problem-solving abilities

Team player

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Job Description

Provide sales support as assigned to meet service sales goals for Switchgear and Busbar organization. Responsible for developing proposals for Switchgear and Busbar services in conjunction with the Sales personnel and application engineers. Integrate component services to produce a cohesive and technically sound service solution proposal for Vertiv customers by providing technical support and customized service options. Individual will work closely with key Vertiv Services stakeholders to create professional service solution proposals. Support sales of Service portfolio through efficient and effective quoting based on international standard specifications for electrical power equipment & systems. Provide initial RFP review to identify suitability to our business and plan actions necessary to successfully bid and compete.

Responsibilities

• Develop clear, concise, and technically sound service solutions proposals for customer review and acceptance based on customer requirements and/or RFP's. These proposals may include multiple services including site acceptance testing (SAT L2) of switchgear and busbar startup (L3), commissioning (L4) and IST (L5).
• Apply Quote Configurator tool to provide comprehensive quote support to Sales team and associates.
• Produce customized service proposals/quotations ensuring proposal reflects proper scope, required technical specifications, and Vertiv profitability requirements.
• Apply application engineering competencies to identify and recommend applicable service requirements.
• Work with Vertiv sales personnel to define incremental scope and develop service solutions proposals based on the key findings and recommendations raised during system audits, professional assessments and/or electrical deployment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in electrical technical scope review and formal proposal development.
• Preferred 2-4 years of experience in Electrical Engineering field.
• Knowledge of international standards such as NFPA 70E, IEEE, and ANSI/NETA.
• Broad knowledge of MV/LV electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and one-line diagrams.
• Understanding of 3‑phase power and working knowledge of batteries, switchgear, and supported products.
• Collaborative, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities and capable of resolving contract and product issues.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Team player with outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong understanding of electrical infrastructure design objectives, performance factors, and physical requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and effective communication.
• Multitasking.

Physical & Environmental Demands

N/A

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F‑1, H‑1, H‑2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [e-mail].