Proposal Manager

Atlas Copco; Grayling (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Family Leave

Wellness perks

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Atlas Copco in Grayling, MI is seeking a Feed System Proposal Manager to lead end-to-end technical and commercial proposals for feeding and assembly solutions in automotive and general manufacturing.

You will gather requirements with sales, develop cost estimates, collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and service, and present clear, customer-aligned proposals. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering or related discipline.
• 3+ years in feeding, automated assembly, industrial automation, or related manufacturing environments.
• Experience in applications engineering, proposal development, process engineering, or related technical customer support functions.
• Automotive and/or high-volume manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with technical and commercial teams.
• Ability to investigate, develop, and quote custom feeding and assembly solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Self-directed with ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end development of technical and commercial proposals for feeding/assembly solutions.
• Support RFQ review, submission, and customer follow-up.
• Gather requirements with sales and customers for proposal development.
• Collaborate with engineering, sales, manufacturing, supply chain, and service on proposed solutions.
• Develop accurate cost estimates for equipment, tooling, and integration.
• Analyze cost drivers and propose cost-optimized solutions.
• Lead or support customer technical reviews and proposals.
• Build relationships with customers through technical credibility and responsiveness.

Skills

Feeding systems

Automated assembly

Industrial automation

Applications engineering

Proposal development

Process engineering

Automotive experience

Technical communication

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s in engineering

Job description

At Atlas Copco, we don’t just value the work you do; we value who you are. We’re a global technology leader with a 150-year legacy, aiming to make a positive impact on industries and communities around the world. Our commitment to sustainability and innovation keeps us moving forward, and we’re looking for dynamic individuals who want to be part of that journey.

Who Thrives Here?

At Atlas Copco, success comes from those who are curious, driven, and committed to excellence. If you enjoy working in a dynamic environment and thrive on helping the business grow, this is the role for you. This role is ideal for someone who is outgoing, results driven, excels at customer interactions and focuses on the details when it comes to customer expectations.

Are You Our Next Feed System Proposal Manager?

As the Feed System Proposal Manager, you will be responsible for leading the end-to-end development of technical and commercial proposals for both fastening-centric and parts feeding solutions. This role combines engineering expertise with strategic proposal management, focusing on concept development and corresponding cost estimations for complex manufacturing solutions.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in feeding and automated assembly systems with the ability to translate customer requirements into innovative, cost-effective manufacturable solutions.

How You’ll Make an Impact:

• Support automotive (MVI) and general industry (GI) business line customers with the feed system quoting process for our Industrial Technique Business Area (ITBA)
• Lead the full proposal lifecycle from RFQ review through submission and customer follow-up
• Work closely with sales and the customer to gather requirements for proposal development of Atlas Copco feeding and assembly solutions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, sales, manufacturing, supply chain, and service on proposed solutions and requirements
• Support process engineering in areas such as cycle time calculations, content selection, error-proofing and quality control strategies, process sequences and risk identification
• Clarify specifications and drive resolution on any open technical items
• Develop accurate cost estimates for equipment, tooling, and integration
• Analyze cost drivers and propose cost-optimized solutions
• Support pricing strategies in collaboration with sales and leadership
• Prepare technical feeding and assembly automation proposals using easy to understand language to clearly define our scope, solution features and overall value proposition. Ensure proposals are clear, accurate, and aligned with customer expectations
• Lead or support customer technical reviews and proposal presentations
• Build strong relationships with customers through technical credibility and responsiveness

To succeed, you will need

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience gained through relevant work experience
• 3+ years of experience in feeding, automated assembly systems, industrial automation, or related manufacturing environments preferred
• Experience in applications engineering, proposal development, process engineering, or related technical customer support functions
• Automotive and/or high-volume manufacturing experience preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and commercial teams
• Ability to investigate, develop, and quote custom feeding and assembly solutions based on customer requirements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
• Self-directed with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 10% to support sales activities and better understand customer manufacturing processes to ensure optimal solution development

In return, we offer

At Atlas Copco, we know that work is more than just a job. Here’s what we offer to keep you happy, healthy, and inspired:

• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth, training, and career advancement.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, and more.
• Financial Security: 401(k) with a baseline company contribution and matching opportunities starting at 6%, increasing further with tenure.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off, a comprehensive holiday package, and flexible scheduling options where available to support your well-being.
• Family Support: Paid Maternity & Paternal Leave.
• Wellness Perks: Gym, Education, and Health Reimbursements.
• Rewarding Culture: An inclusive environment that celebrates innovation, teamwork, and diversity.

Job location

This role requires you to work on-site at our office inGrayling, MI. You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.

Behind every innovative solution, there are people working together to transform the future. With careers sparked by initiative and lifelong learning, we are uniting curious minds, and you could be one of them.

Information at a Glance

Atlas Copco delivers innovative products and solutions that help businesses grow and drive progress. Our portfolio spans compressed air and gas systems and treatment, vacuum solutions, industrial power tools, assembly systems, and power and flow solutions. We bring a commitment to long-term success built on expertise, reliable service, and uptime. When you level up to the Atlas Copco experience you enter a partnership based on quality, sustainability, and ease of collaboration. The technology we bring, and the decades of experience support the future-proofing of your business. Atlas Copco is a brand within Atlas Copco Group.

Visit the Atlas Copco website