Proposal Engineer - Aftermarket Equipment

Air Products; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

Paid parental leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Air Products is looking for a Proposal Engineer – Aftermarket Equipment to join the Rotoflow team in Houston, TX. In this role, you'll be responsible for creating competitive proposals for aftermarket turbomachinery opportunities, working closely with Sales, Engineering, and Operations.

The position demands a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and at least 2 years of relevant experience. A hybrid work schedule will be available, providing flexibility for effective global collaboration.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in proposal management, engineering support, or cost estimating.
• Strong organizational and administrative capabilities with attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop competitive aftermarket turbomachinery equipment proposals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define pricing and delivery strategies.
• Manage multiple proposals while ensuring adherence to deadlines.

Skills

Familiarity with industrial rotating equipment

Experience with bid management

Excellent written and verbal communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

ERP/CRM systems such as SAP or Salesforce

Job description

We are seeking a Proposal Engineer – Aftermarket Equipment 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).

Rotoflow, an Air Products business, is a global turbomachinery OEM delivering high-performance equipment and aftermarket services to customers in industrial gases, petrochemicals, and hydrocarbon markets. Our aftermarket capabilities include repairs, upgrades, reliability assessments, troubleshooting, and field services for both OEM and non‑OEM equipment. This role sits at the intersection of commercial strategy and technical execution, working closely with Sales, Engineering, and Operations teams to develop winning solutions for customers.

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&DD), Supplemental AD&DD
• 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 Gasses 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

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.). You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.

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