Proposal Engineer-Drives Paper Systems

ABB Inc.; New Berlin (WI); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB Inc. is seeking a Proposal Engineer for Drives Paper Systems to prepare proposals and provide technical consulting for the US paper industry. This remote role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 5 years of experience with drive systems. Join ABB to contribute to sustainable solutions in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare proposals for paper machine applications drive solutions.
• Make technical consulting recommendations for bids and orders.
• Perform proposal and cost estimating duties.

Skills

Technical consulting

Customer understanding

Proposal generation

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Associate's degree with 10 years experience

High school diploma with 12 years experience

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.

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Position Reporting

This position reports to: Business Dev Mgr 2

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 that bids and orders are technically and commercially accurate. You will perform proposal and cost estimating duties and pursue initiatives to improve group effectiveness and increase customer satisfaction.

The work model for this role is: remote
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This role contributes to the Process Automation Process Industries division in North America.

Main Accountabilities

• Interpret OEM specifications (e.g., Valmet, Voith, JSI) for optimal sizing of coordinated drives (AC and DC), motors (AC cage induction, PMM, and DC), and supply sections on paper machines and similar applications.
• Interpret TAPPI surveys and NRL or DCS data-based studies.
• Interpret in-house generated surveys and reports based on innovative approaches when standard methods are not suitable.
• Contribute to own surveys and field work over time.
• Demonstrate excellent customer presence and understanding at all times.
• Provide understanding of complex paper applications, including effort to prove and document results and ROI.
• Review and analyze customer specifications based on ANSI/IEEE/NEMA/UL standards and NFPA-70E US local codes.
• Participate at least 80% of the time in driving system proposal generation; the remaining time may be spent on travel, on-site fact-finding, or proposal review meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field with a minimum of 5 years of experience with drive systems, or an associate's degree with 10 years, 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 applications, coordinated drive systems, and understanding of drive-related drawings and documents.
• Must already have work authorization to work for ABB in the US.

About Us

The Process Industries Division serves industries such as mining, minerals, metals, cement, pulp and paper, battery manufacturing, and food and beverage. We bring deep industry expertise and integrate automation and electrical systems to increase productivity and reduce costs. Our solutions include specialized products, total production systems, control systems, sensors, actuators, and digitalization solutions to improve plant productivity and reduce costs.

We value diversity and encourage you to apply for your next career step with ABB. Visit www.abb.com to learn more about our global impact. #MyABBStory

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