Proposal Engineer

Croft Production Systems, Inc.; Needville (TX); Vor Ort; USD 70.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Croft Production Systems, Inc. is seeking a Proposal Engineer to create and manage technical and commercial proposals in response to client requirements in manufacturing, construction, and engineering sectors.

You will lead end-to-end proposal development, perform detailed cost estimates, and translate complex technical solutions into persuasive content while collaborating with sales, project management, and engineering teams to ensure profitability and feasibility.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field is typically required.
• Strong understanding of technical specifications, CAD software, and industry standards.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and CRM/proposal software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for preparing proposals.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.

Aufgaben

• Lead end-to-end proposal development including technical writing and scope definition.
• Prepare cost estimates including labor, materials, and equipment.
• Translate technical solutions into persuasive content.
• Collaborate with sales, project management, and engineering teams to validate feasibility.
• Interface with clients to clarify requirements and technical queries.

Kenntnisse

Technical aptitude

Communication

Project management

Cost estimation

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

CRM/proposal software

Jobbeschreibung

The Proposal Engineer creates, manages, and delivers technical and commercial proposals, bids, and cost estimates in response to client requirements, primarily in manufacturing, construction, and engineering industries. Acting as a crucial link between sales and technical teams, analyzes project specs to ensure profitability, feasibility, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Proposal Development: Leading the end-to-end creation of proposals, including technical writing, scope definition, and document formatting.
• Cost Estimation: Preparing detailed cost estimates, including labor, materials, and equipment, to ensure competitive bids.
• Technical Analysis: Translating complex technical solutions into persuasive, easily understood content.
• Collaboration: Working with sales, project management, and engineering teams to validate project feasibility.
• Client Interface: Acting as a point of contact to clarify project requirements and technical queries.

Qualifications and Skills

• Education: A Bachelor's degree in engineering (civil, mechanical, etc.), manufacturing, or a related technical field is typically required.
• Technical Aptitude: Strong understanding of technical specifications, CAD software, and industry standards.
• Software Proficiency: Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) and CRM/proposal software.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for preparing proposals and presenting solutions.
• Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.

Role in Organization

Proposal Engineers are often part of the sales or business development department. They play a vital role in winning new business by ensuring proposals are both technically sound and commercially competitive. The role is sometimes viewed as a blend of technical engineering and sales support, often considered a good, fast-paced career for those with engineering backgrounds who enjoy client interaction.