Proposals Engineer

The Legends Agency; Durban; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Durban is seeking a passionate Proposals Engineer to drive project bidding through precise proposals in the Industrial Watertube Boiler sector. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, a valid driver's license, and at least 3 years in a project-based engineering environment. Strong communication and technical skills are essential for this role, which offers an opportunity to shape sales strategies and engage directly with clients.

Qualifications

• Above-average performance in Mathematics, Thermo-Dynamics, Strength of Materials, and Technical Drawing.
• A valid driver's licence and your own reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Create precise, cost-effective proposals and estimates.
• Engage with clients to solicit and interpret project enquiries.
• Review RFQs and define scopes of work.
• Prepare detailed cost and time estimates.
• Compile tender/proposal documentation.
• Participate in client site visits and boiler inspections.
• Update proposal database and contribute to sales strategy.

Skills

Communication

Coordination

Technical drawings

Engineering concepts

MS Office proficiency

Education

BTech/BSc or National Diploma in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

MS Projects

Job description

Proposals Engineer Wanted Join Our Team in Durban!

Are you a driven Mechanical or Chemical Engineering professional ready to power up your career?

We're looking for a passionate Proposals Engineer to join our Industrial Watertube Boiler Business Unit. If you're enthusiastic about technical solutions, thrive in a project-based environment, and have a knack for putting together winning proposals, we want to hear from you!

Location

Durban

️ What Youll Do

As the Proposals Engineer, youll be the backbone of our project bidding process creating precise, cost-effective proposals and estimates that help drive revenue and profitability. Your responsibilities will include:

Engaging with clients to solicit and interpret project enquiries.

Reviewing RFQs and defining scopes of work.

Collaborating with Sales, Projects, Drawing Office and suppliers.

Preparing detailed cost and time estimates.

Compiling tender/proposal documentation (technical & commercial).

Participating in client site visits and boiler inspections.

Updating our proposal database and contributing to sales strategy.

Qualifications You Need

BTech/BSc (preferred) or National Diploma in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.

Above-average performance in Mathematics, Thermo-Dynamics, Strength of Materials, and Technical Drawing.

A valid drivers licence and your own reliable vehicle.

Experience Were Looking For

Minimum 3 years in a project-based engineering environment with hands-on exposure.

3 years in the Industrial Watertube Boiler sector, with knowledge of boiler components.

Exposure to Drawing Office, Sales, Projects, or Contracts departments.

Skills That Set You Apart

Excellent communication and coordination skills.

Strong grasp of technical drawings and engineering concepts.

Proficiency in MS Office, especially Word, Excel, and MS Projects.

Understanding of contractual terms (e.g., FIDIC, GCC).