Proposal Engineer
Overview
In this role you will lead the preparation of bids, estimates and quotations to win competitive deals while ensuring high margins. You will coordinate technical and cost inputs, manage bid quality, and balance ABB unit and customer needs. You’ll work within a multicultural team on MV Switchgear, contributing to a broader commercial and project-focused effort. This hybrid/remote role offers the chance to shape proposals for NAM markets and engage with internal and external stakeholders. You’ll join a environment that values continuous improvement and practical problem solving.
Compensation / BenefitsHealth, Life & Disability options401k with company contributionsPaid holidays and vacation policyAD&D and optional supplemental benefitsParental leaveEmployee discount program
ResponsibilitiesFormulate competitive bids, estimates and quotations based on product mix and technical/commercial factorsCreate well-documented tenders with accurate costs and timely deliveryManage technical, financial and project management aspects of bids and quotationsEnsure timely inputs for bid preparation in line with quality proceduresBalance ABB units and customer requirements within area of responsibility
Key requirementsBachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical) or Marketing/Sales preferred; relevant experience accepted in lieu of degree5+ years of experience in Proposals, Field Applications, Engineering (Switchgears or related)Experience with Proposals teams serving different markets/countriesProficient with Product Configurators and Salesforce (Sales Force)Strong problem-solving mindset and continuous improvement orientationEnglish proficiency; Spanish is a plusUS work authorizationoutside the box thinkingproblem solvingcontinuous improvement mindsetProduct ConfiguratorsSalesforcebid management / proposal development