Proposal Engineer
Vogt Power International · Erie, PA · 2 mo ago
On-siteSales$92k–$126k/yrFull-time
About the role
Vogt Power International Inc. is an industry leader in heat recovery steam generators (HRSGs), serving both domestic and international customers. The Proposal Engineer plays a crucial role in creating technical proposals and negotiating with customers to secure new build capital contracts.
Responsibilities
- Maintains a thorough working knowledge of company's thermal / mechanical design standards and philosophy
- Coordinates and proactively manages internal support from other departments
- Reviews customer technical specifications and establishes firm understanding of the customer's requirements
- Develops and prepares technical proposals, including clarifications and approvals
- Completes preliminary design, prepares inquiries, and evaluates bids for bought out components
- Attends proposal review and bid clarification meetings
- Prepares and conducts technical presentations for customers
- Negotiates the technical contract
- Coordinates the transfer of design and specifications to executing departments after a contract award
- Shares responsibility for developing and expanding profitable, efficient customer relationships
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
- One (1) year experience in the design of boilers or heat recovery systems and/or other power industry applications
- Broad understanding of heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics
- Organized and capable of working under pressure to meet deadlines
- Valid passport and willingness to travel when required
Pay
The base pay range for this Proposal Engineer role is $91,500 - $126,000 annually. Final offers may vary based on multiple factors, including education, work experience, relevant licenses and certifications.