Proposal Engineer - Aftermarket Equipment

Gardner Cryogenics; Bethlehem (Northampton County); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Paid parental leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Gardner Cryogenics is seeking a Proposal Engineer to support global turbomachinery aftermarket opportunities from Bethlehem, PA. This role involves developing competitive and accurate proposals while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. Familiarity with industrial equipment, excellent communication, and strong analytical skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience in proposal management or engineering support.
• Ability to work effectively within global, cross‑cultural teams.
• Self-motivated with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop competitive aftermarket turbomachinery equipment proposals.
• Participate in tendering activities for Oil & Gas, LNG industries.
• Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, and Operations on proposals.

Skills

Familiarity with industrial rotating equipment

Experience with bid management

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SAP

Salesforce

Job description

At Air Products, we reimagine what's possible. By tapping into the motivation of our people and our collective experience, we create the ideas and innovations that drive us forward. When we come together – where every voice is heard and everyone knows they belong and matter – we create solutions that launch people into space, support lifesaving care in hospitals, and enable the construction of groundbreaking, world‑scale production facilities.

Reimagine What's Possible

Proposal Engineer – Aftermarket Equipment

We are seeking an individual to join our Rotoflow business, based in either Houston, TX or Bethlehem, PA, supporting global turbomachinery aftermarket opportunities. In this role, you will be responsible for developing timely, accurate, and competitive proposals that support sales growth and customer satisfaction across a diverse global customer base.

Travel for this position is expected to be up to 5% (domestic).

What’s In It For You

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance available day one of employment
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with immediate vesting of company match and core contributions
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (medical, dependent daycare)
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance (AD&D), Supplemental AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Key Job Responsibilities

• Support the RFQ/RFP responses and bid management lifecycle process by developing accurate, timely, and competitive aftermarket turbomachinery equipment proposals
• Participate in tendering activities for global customers in the Oil & Gas, LNG, and Industrial Gases industries
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Sales, Engineering, and Operations to define scope, pricing, and delivery strategies
• Manage multiple proposals concurrently while ensuring high‑quality outputs and adherence to deadlines
• Interpret customer requirements and technical specifications to create tailored solutions
• Support commercial strategy through cost estimation, pricing analysis, and proposal optimization
• Drive accountability across internal stakeholders to meet proposal commitments and timelines
• Maintain clear communication with internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership
• Continuously seek improvements in proposal processes, tools, and execution efficiency

Required Skills / Abilities

• Familiarity with industrial rotating equipment such as compressors or expandors
• Experience with bid management, RFQ/RFP processes
• Previous proposal management or cost estimating experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to be assertive, persistent, and hold others accountable
• Strong organizational and administrative capabilities with attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Experience with cost estimation tools
• Experience with ERP/CRM systems such as SAP or Salesforce preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the organization
• Ability to lead meetings and manage complex discussions with cross‑functional teams
• English language proficiency (written and verbal) required
• Ability to work effectively within global, cross‑cultural teams
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently and manage priorities with minimal supervision
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking skills
• Demonstrated initiative with an entrepreneurial mindset

Minimum Hiring Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent (Mechanical Engineering preferred)
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in proposal management, engineering support, or cost estimating environments
• High School Diploma or GED required (in addition to degree requirement)

Work Schedule & Environment

• Position may be based in Houston, TX or Bethlehem, PA
• Hybrid work schedule (currently 4 days in‑office; subject to change)
• Up to 5% domestic and international travel required
• Standard business hours, with flexibility as needed to support global teams

Founded in 1940, Air Products is a world‑leading industrial gases company and has a proud history of innovation, operational excellence, and an unwavering commitment to safety and environmental stewardship. Working together, we are taking our passion and diverse backgrounds forward to reimagine what's possible and generate a cleaner future for our customers, our communities, and the world.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.). You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizensh