Senior Proposal Engineer - Automation & Controls Solutions

Dürr AG; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dürr AG in Southfield, Michigan is seeking a Proposal Engineer to lead the development of technical solutions and cost estimates in the automation field. The ideal candidate will have a BS in engineering or 5+ years of experience in automation, particularly in controls and mechanical concepts within the automotive Tier 1 coating industry. Excellent communication, negotiation skills, and proficiency with SAP and MS Office tools are essential. This role involves extensive collaboration with the sales and project management teams.

Qualifications

• BS in engineering is preferred, or minimum 5 years’ experience in automation.
• Experience in controls concepts, mechanical concepts, robotics and cost estimation is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage multiple proposals are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical solutions and cost estimates for proposals.
• Support Sales and Project Management departments in customer meetings.
• Create work scopes for contractor bidding and develop proposal packages.

Skills

Automation experience

Controls engineering

Mechanical engineering

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Self-starter

Project management

Experience with installation contractors

Ability to manage multiple proposals

Team-oriented

Education

BS in Engineering

5+ years experience in automation

Tools

SAP

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

AutoCAD

Job description

Dürr AG in Southfield, Michigan is seeking a Proposal Engineer to lead the development of technical solutions and cost estimates in the automation field. The ideal candidate will have a BS in engineering or 5+ years of experience in automation, particularly in controls and mechanical concepts within the automotive Tier 1 coating industry. Excellent communication, negotiation skills, and proficiency with SAP and MS Office tools are essential. This role involves extensive collaboration with the sales and project management teams.