Proposal Engineer - Electrical Project Operations

Eaton; Beachwood (OH); On-site; USD 123,913 - 181,739; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Welfare benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid and unpaid time off

Job summary

A leading energy management firm in Beachwood, Ohio is seeking a Proposal Engineer for Electrical Project Operations. The role involves supporting proposal needs for complex projects such as Microgrid and Energy Transition. Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience in engineering and proposal development. A competitive salary and full-time employment are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years minimum electrical industry related application engineering and proposal development experience.
• Experience in electrical power systems, hydro/excitation, industrial and utility substation construction.
• Understanding of best engineering practices for design of power distribution systems.

Responsibilities

• Support proposals for the Central Region and other locations as required.
• Lead detailed technical and commercial proposal writing.
• Conduct detailed project specification analysis and review.

Skills

Technical writing capabilities

Organizational and multitasking capabilities

Presentation skills

Proficient with Excel

Education

B.S. Engineering Degree (Electrical Preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Bidman

Job description

Proposal Engineer - Electrical Project Operations

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Proposal Engineer - Electrical Project Operations. This position primarily supports proposal needs for large and/or complex projects pertaining to EESS Project Operation related solutions including growing market trends associated with Microgrid and Energy Transition projects.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $123,913.08 - $181,739.18 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program. Salaries are based on candidate skills, experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What You’ll Do

• Support proposals for the Central Region and requests from other locations including US national, as required.
• Vet and respond to requests from Project Operations Managers, NAS Sales, Utility & Other Reps, Channel Partners, EESS Market Segment Managers (Utility, Industrial, Government, Commercial).
• Lead detailed technical and commercial proposal writing for all opportunities in the region and support other regions as required.
• Support proposals related to large projects in segments: Utility (distribution / transmission, generation/hydro/gas/coal), Switchgear modernization, Data Centers (Substation and Switchgear), Industrial (Switchgear upgrades and Control systems), and Government Projects.
• Support other team members with microgrid and energy transition turnkey projects.
• Travel as required for site‑visits, customer meetings and sales training meetings (typically one to three days maximum per trip).
• Develop pricing, construction estimating via subcontractor scope development.
• Provide solutions beyond standard specifications to deliver greater customer value.
• Conduct detailed project specification analysis and review.
• Review equipment specifications and pricing.
• Develop Level I schedules for proposal.
• Understand contract terms and conditions and capture risk with Regional Project Operations Managers.
• Present to customers via joint customer visits with various sales channels.
• Support monthly reporting of proposal activities to Project Operations.
• Engage in personal professional growth and development, including completing 20 hours of recommended Eaton University classes and required annual safety training.
• Contribute standardized proposal templates and develop pricing or other tools to improve TAS proposal efficiency.

Qualifications

• B.S. Engineering Degree (Electrical Preferred) or Bachelor’s Degree in other areas with Engineering/Technical Experience of 5+ years as described in part B below.
• 5+ years minimum electrical industry related application engineering and proposal development experience with additional experience in electrical power systems, hydro / excitation, industrial and utility substation construction.
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position.
• Must be located in one of the states listed to be considered: Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Missouri, Pennsylvania, Kansas, New Jersey, New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, or Vermont. Active‑Duty Military Service members are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years minimum electrical industry related application engineering and proposal development experience with additional experience in electrical power systems, utility and/or industrial substation construction, and Switchgear Projects.
• Experience with emerging technology and systems associated with microgrid / Energy storage or Renewable Energy solutions.
• Experience with proposal development for all of Eaton’s end markets (Utility, Industrial, Commercial, and Government).
• Experience with government proposal procedures such as technical and price proposal separation, and government evaluation factors.
• Experience writing and reviewing subcontractor work scopes and subcontractor agreements.
• Experience evaluating proposals for specification compliance.
• Experience with risk evaluation and risk management.
• Estimating experience in substation, switchgear and electrical system installations.
• Field experience in electrical construction and system integration.
• Project scheduling experience.
• AutoCAD experience.
• Bidman experience (Eaton exclusive product).

Skills

• Technical writing capabilities.
• Experience with proposal development in both private sector and government bids.
• Organizational and multitasking capabilities.
• Presentation skills.
• Proficient with Excel.
• Knowledge and understanding of best engineering practices for design of power distribution systems, automation systems, power management systems, human‑machine interface software, PLC programming, relay controls, cybersecurity, etc.

Position Details

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

The application window for this position is expected to be open until 12/22/2025.

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