Industrial Air Proposals Specialist — Hybrid

System One, Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

System One is seeking a Proposal Engineer in Houston, TX for a contract-to-hire or direct hire role. The position offers a hybrid work model with on-site and remote duties, and a compensation range of $80,000.00 to $90,000.00 annually.

The role emphasizes technical quotations, engineering analysis, and collaboration with global teams to optimize project profitability. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s in engineering or 5+ years rotating equipment experience, strong MS Office skills, and

Qualifications

• Broad engineering experience with exposure to industrial customers; oil and gas sector familiarity is advantageous.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to read pneumatic and hydraulic diagrams and general arrangement drawings accurately.
• Experience or willingness to learn AutoCAD for technical drawing reviews.
• Strong self-motivation with organizational, analytical, interpersonal, and written/verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support customer centers within Oil-free Air and Industrial Air Divisions, handling engineered orders.
• Develop competitively priced, technically sound quotations for skid-packaged equipment.
• Analyze customer specs to verify compliance and identify exceptions.
• Support sales engineers by converting quotations into confirmed production orders.
• Collaborate with internal teams to tailor optimal technical solutions.
• Quote sub-supplied equipment >10% of bid with proper documentation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: Proposal Engineer
Location: Houston, TX
Type: Contract to Hire / Direct Hire
Compensation: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00
Work Model: Hybrid – onsite and remote
Hours: 40.0

Responsibilities

• Lead and support customer centers within Oil-free Air and Industrial Air Divisions, executing technical and commercial orders for engineered compressed air systems.
• Develop and deliver competitively priced, technically sound quotations for skid-packaged equipment, ensuring profitability and client satisfaction.
• Analyze customer specifications to verify compliance and identify exceptions relative to company standards and product capabilities.
• Support sales and Application Engineers by converting quotations into confirmed production orders, streamlining workflows.
• Collaborate with internal teams to tailor optimal technical solutions aligned with client needs.
• Quote sub-supplied equipment exceeding 10% of the bid, ensuring proper documentation and alignment of technical and commercial terms.
• Coordinate with Engineered Solutions teams worldwide to maximize gross profit for each project.
• Promote a safety culture by adhering to OSHA regulations and the SafeStart process, aiming for zero work-related accidents.
• Support company's "Safety First" policy and sustainable practices to safeguard quality, environment, health, and energy/resource efficiency goals.
• Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned, contributing flexibly to departmental and company needs.

Requirements

• Broad experience in engineering disciplines, ideally with exposure to industrial customers; familiarity with oil and gas sector is a strong advantage.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to interpret pneumatic and hydraulic flow diagrams and general arrangement drawings accurately.
• Experience or willingness to learn AutoCAD for technical drawing review and preparation.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or at least five years dedicated experience with rotating equipment applications.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills, both written and verbal.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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