Proposal Engineer - Construction

Zeeco; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 73,736 - 120,659; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BUPA/Medicash health support

Pension plan with employer contribuion

27 days holiday + bank holidays

Life insurance

Job summary

Zeeco is seeking a driven Proposal Engineer to develop high‑quality technical and commercial proposals for fired equipment installations across oil, gas, petrochemical, and energy sectors. The role includes site surveys in the EMEA region, coordinating with internal engineering teams and local contractors to define detailed scopes of work.

You will interpret customer specifications, prepare cost estimates, and develop installation methodologies, ensuring compliance with Zeeco standards and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/chemical engineering, construction, or equivalent.
• Background in oil & gas, petrochemical, or energy sectors with fired equipment/installation projects a plus.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, P&IDs, layouts, and specifications.
• Experience preparing technical and commercial proposals or in a project engineering role with estimating responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed technical and commercial proposals for fired equipment installations, upgrades, and refurbishments.
• Conduct site surveys and develop accurate scopes of work across regions.
• Provide technical coordination with engineering teams and pre‑bid discussions.
• Maintain proposal documentation, cost build‑ups, and commercial assumptions.

Skills

Proposal development

Engineering drawings & P&IDs

Cost estimation coordination

Technical writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Construction or related field experience

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and technically skilled Proposal Engineer to support our growing portfolio of fired equipment installation projects across the oil & gas, petrochemical, and energy sectors within our new Construction team for Global Field Services. In this role you will be responsible for developing high‑quality technical and commercial proposals, supporting site surveys across the EMEA region, and collaborating with internal engineering teams and local contractors to define detailed scopes of work.

Key responsibilities

Proposal Development

• Prepare detailed technical and commercial proposals for fired equipment installations, upgrades, and refurbishments (burners, flares, incinerators, combustion systems).
• Interpret customer specifications, engineering drawings, and project requirements to produce clear, compliant, and competitive offers.
• Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and project management teams to gather accurate cost estimates across mechanical, civil, and E&I disciplines.
• Develop installation methodologies, execution strategies, and proposal‑level schedules.
• Ensure all proposals meet Zeeco standards, industry regulations, and customer expectations.

Site Surveys & Scope Development

• Conduct site surveys, equipment assessments, and constructability reviews across the EMEA region.
• Identify installation constraints, interfaces, and local requirements.
• Engage with local contractors to obtain budgetary pricing for civil, mechanical, and E&I works.
• Produce detailed survey reports and develop accurate scopes of work based on real site conditions.

Technical Coordination

• Work closely with Zeeco engineering teams to ensure proposed solutions are technically robust.
• Support customers with technical clarifications, pre‑bid discussions, and proposal presentations.
• Provide engineering input during handover from proposal phase to project execution when required.

Commercial & Administrative

• Maintain accurate proposal documentation, cost build‑ups, and commercial assumptions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of proposal tools, templates, and cost databases.
• Assist in developing strategies to improve proposal win rates and overall responsiveness.

Skills & experience required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Construction, or equivalent industry experience.
• Background in the oil & gas, petrochemical, or energy sectors—ideally with fired equipment, combustion systems, or plant installation projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, civil, and E&I installation practices.
• Experience preparing technical and commercial proposals or working in a project engineering role with estimating responsibilities.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, layouts, and specifications.
• Excellent communication and technical writing skills.
• Full UK valid driving licence.
• Willingness to travel by Air, boat, car, helicopter as required based on business needs.

Benefits

• BUPA, Medicash, Employee Assistance Program to support your wellbeing.
• 12% Employer contribution to company pension scheme to help you plan confidently for the future.
• 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays) so you can recharge and maintain a healthy work–life balance.
• Life insurance for added peace of mind.
• Professional growth opportunities, including training, development, and the chance to work alongside world‑class engineering teams.
• A supportive, safety‑driven culture where your expertise is valued and your voice matters.
• Regular social events to have fun, and enjoy team camaraderie and to promote and protect our culture.
• Global project exposure, working across Europe and the Middle East with industry‑leading technology.

This role combines technical engineering insight, commercial awareness, and hands‑on site engagement. If you enjoy turning complex requirements into clear, competitive solutions, this is a great opportunity to make an impact.