Strategic Proposal Engineer — Product & Technical Services

Det-Tronics (Detector Electronics, LLC); Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Career development programs

Job summary

Det-Tronics (Detector Electronics, LLC) is seeking a Proposal Engineer in Minneapolis, MN, to lead proposal development for industrial fire and gas detection projects. In this visible role, you'll impact revenue growth by creating technically sound proposals. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in proposal engineering or technical sales, strong communication and analytical skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM tools. Join us to influence strategic decisions in a dynamic environment and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in proposal engineering or technical sales support.
• Strong understanding of technical and commercial aspects of project proposals.
• Ability to manage multiple proposals simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret customer RFQs, specifications, and technical requirements.
• Develop detailed, accurate, and competitive proposals aligned to customer needs.
• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to gather pricing, lead times, and technical inputs.

Skills

Proposal engineering

Technical sales support

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM tools such as Salesforce

AutoCAD

Cost estimation tools

Job description

Det-Tronics (Detector Electronics, LLC) is seeking a Proposal Engineer in Minneapolis, MN, to lead proposal development for industrial fire and gas detection projects. In this visible role, you'll impact revenue growth by creating technically sound proposals. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in proposal engineering or technical sales, strong communication and analytical skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM tools. Join us to influence strategic decisions in a dynamic environment and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package.