Senior Proposal Engineer; Processing & Estimating

Lincoln Electric; Utica (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus plan

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lincoln Electric, located in Utica, MI, is seeking a Senior Proposal Engineer to join their Assembly Pre-Sales Applications team. This role involves leading the creation of manufacturing and assembly concepts from initial ideas to operational systems. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, at least 10 years of relevant experience, strong proposal management skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams. Competitive pay, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Engineering, Proposals, and Estimating.
• Strong background in Engineering and Assembly System Design preferred.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and highly automated systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze Customer RFQs & Specifications for alignment with capabilities.
• Develop Costed Proposals and Concepts for assigned RFQs.
• Justify Technical & Financial Solutions using vendor quotations.
• Manage multiple proposals while meeting deadlines and requirements.

Skills

Engineering

Proposal Management

Cost Estimation

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Lean Manufacturing

Controls Engineering

Job description

Lincoln Electric, a leading manufacturer of advanced arc welding solutions.

Location: Shelby

Req ID: 28557

Summary

Fori Automation, a Lincoln Electric Company, is a global leader in designing and integrating automated assembly, welding, material handling, and testing systems. We deliver world-class automation solutions to leading manufacturers worldwide.

We’re seeking an experienced Senior Proposal Engineer to join our Assembly Pre‑Sales Applications team. In this key technical role, you will lead the creation of manufacturing and assembly concepts that ultimately become full‑scale, operational systems. This position is ideal for an engineer who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys conceptual development, and wants to see their early‑stage ideas evolve into finished products on the manufacturing floor.

At Lincoln Electric, we invest in our people. In addition to competitive pay, we offer an annual bonus plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive medical/dental/vision benefits, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and many other outstanding benefits.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Analyze Customer RFQs & Specifications: Evaluate incoming RFQs, technical requirements, and customer specifications to determine alignment with Fori’s capabilities and product offerings.
• Develop Costed Proposals & Concepts: Create detailed time studies, conceptual layouts, cost estimates, and engineering proposals for assigned RFQs and engineering changes.
• Justify Technical & Financial Solutions: Document proposed processes and cost structures using vendor quotations or internal cost analyses.
• Customer & Internal Collaboration: Participate in customer line‑up meetings and internal design reviews to ensure alignment on expectations, feasibility, and scope.
• Cross‑Functional Problem Solving: Partner with engineering, sales, manufacturing, and project management teams to develop innovative, cost‑effective solutions within assigned budget constraints.
• Project & Task Management: Manage multiple active proposals and tasks simultaneously, meeting all deadlines and deliverable requirements.
• Industry & Technology Awareness: Stay informed about emerging automation solutions, industry advancements, and vendor innovations to enhance proposal quality and competitiveness.
• Support Sales & Marketing Efforts: Attend sales meetings, marketing presentations, and internal training sessions as needed.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related discipline preferred)
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Engineering, Proposals, and Estimating within an industrial, automation, or manufacturing environment
• Proven ability to lead proposal efforts from concept to final submission
• Strong background in Engineering and Assembly System Design (preferred)
• Working knowledge of Mechanical and Controls Engineering concepts
• Demonstrated success developing conceptual designs, estimates, and proposals for manufacturing customers
• Strong communication skills with a collaborative, team oriented approach
• Experience with lean manufacturing and highly automated systems (a significant plus)
• Strong understanding of controls hardware and related technologies (preferred)

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.