Proposals Engineer

Kingsleyirons Recruitment; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Proposals Engineer in Centurion, South Africa. The ideal candidate should have a degree in a relevant technical field and proven technical sales experience within the mining or heavy engineering sectors. Strong communication skills, proficiency in MS Office Suite and CAD software are essential. The role involves generating proposals, technical support, and developing business relationships across the African market.

Qualifications

• Proven technical sales experience within a mining, heavy engineering or industrial environment.
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans; additional languages advantageous.
• Valid Driver’s License, Passport, and Yellow Fever Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Generate concepts, size solutions, and prepare cost estimates for new and existing clients.
• Select equipment, design processes, and evaluate technical solutions.
• Draft project schedules and detailed Scope of Work documents.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and commercial conditions.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Develop and maintain strong business relationships with clients and partners.
• Provide pre- and post-sales technical support.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication

Excellent problem-solving

Analytical skills

Project coordination

Attention to detail

Technical aptitude

Education

Degree in a relevant technical field (BSc, BEng, or BTech)

Tools

MS Office Suite

MS Projects

SolidWorks

DraftSight

AutoCAD

Job description

Description / Synopsis :

Our client, a leader in the heavy engineering and materials handling industry, is seeking a Proposals Engineer to join their expanding team. This role is an integral addition to support their continued growth and expansion across the African market.

The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated, conscientious individual with excellent communication skills and a solid understanding of heavy engineering principles, equipment interactions, materials handling, and project scheduling.

Minimum Requirements :

• Prefferable- Degree in a relevant technical field ( BSc, BEng, or BTech )
• Proven technical sales experience within a Mining, heavy engineering or industrial environment.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and MS Projects .
• Skilled in 2D & 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, DraftSight, AutoCAD).
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans (additional languages advantageous).
• Valid Driver’s License , Passport , and Yellow Fever Certificate (up to date).

Main Responsibilities :

• Generate concepts, size solutions, and prepare cost estimates for new and existing clients.
• Select equipment, design processes, and evaluate technical solutions.
• Draft project schedules and detailed Scope of Work documents.
• Perform design calculations to assess equipment suitability.
• Prepare professional tenders, proposals, and quotations.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Develop and maintain strong business relationships with clients and partners.
• Organise and conduct sales and site visits.
• Present proposals and technical solutions to prospective clients.
• Provide pre- and post-sales technical support.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and commercial conditions.
• Contribute to the development of budgets, forecasts, and sales analyses.
• Liaise with engineering staff and suppliers to ensure accuracy in planning, scheduling, and costing.
• Deliver product education and technical advice to clients.
• Attend trade exhibitions, conferences, and industry meetings.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to prepare drawings, sketches, and technical documentation for proposals.
• Facilitate project handovers between the Business Development and Engineering teams.
• Travel within Africa as required.

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication
• Excellent problem-solving , analytical , and project coordination
• High level of accuracy , attention to detail , and technical aptitude .
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.