Proposal Engineer-Drives Paper Systems

-; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in process automation seeks a Proposal Engineer to prepare proposals for paper machine applications. The role involves technical consulting, proposal generation, and requires a background in engineering with experience in drive systems. Join us to contribute to sustainable solutions in the paper industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience with drive systems.
• Experience as an applications engineer with AC and DC drive technologies.
• Knowledge of paper machine drive applications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare proposals for paper machine applications.
• Make technical consulting recommendations for bids.
• Generate system proposals and perform cost estimating.

Skills

Technical consulting

Customer presence

Drive systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Associate's degree

High school diploma

Job description

Proposal Engineer-Drives Paper Systems

At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions. Write the next chapter of your ABB story.

This position reports to

Business Dev Mgr 2

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will prepare proposals for paper machine applications drive solutions, including but not limited to paper machines, board machines, tissue machines, pulp dryers, on/off machines, coaters, Optireels, Sirius reels, center winders, two-drum winders, rereelers, and supercalenders for US paper industry customers. Your responsibilities include making technical consulting recommendations to ensure bids and orders are technically and commercially accurate. You will perform proposal and cost estimating duties and pursue initiatives to improve group effectiveness and customer satisfaction. The work model for this role is: {remote} {insert LinkedIn #}. This position contributes to the Process Automation Process Industries division in {North America}. You will mainly be accountable for interpreting OEM specifications (e.g., Valmet, Voith, JSI) for optimal sizing of drives (AC and DC), motors (AC cage induction, PMM, DC), and supply sections on paper machines and similar applications. You will interpret TAPPI surveys, NRL or DCS data-based studies, and your own innovative surveys and reports. Demonstrating excellent customer presence and understanding at all times is essential. You will provide understanding of complex paper applications, document results and ROI, and review customer specifications based on standards like ANSI/IEEE/NEMA/UL and NFPA-70E. The role involves approximately 80% or more of time spent generating system proposals, with the remainder dedicated to travel, on-site fact-finding, or proposal review meetings.

Qualifications for the role

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of experience with drive systems, or an associate's degree with 10 years of experience, or a high school diploma with 12 years of related experience.
• Experience as an applications engineer with various AC and DC drive technologies.
• Knowledge of paper machine drive applications and understanding of related drawings and documents.
• Must have work authorization to work in the US for ABB.

More about us

The Process Industries Division serves the mining, minerals processing, metals, cement, pulp and paper, battery manufacturing, and food and beverage industries, along with their service sectors. We bring deep industry expertise, integrating automation and electrical systems to improve productivity and reduce costs. Our solutions include specialized products, total production systems, and digitalization tools like augmented reality. We value diversity and invite you to apply and learn more about our global impact at www.abb.com. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, who may request accommodations by contacting ABB HR.