Proposal Engineer

Posted 5 days 3 hours ago by Approach People Recruitment

Permanent
Not Specified
Other
Noord-Holland, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Job Description

Are you a dynamic professional with a passion for engineering and a knack for creating winning proposals? Join a global leader in electric thermal and sensing solutions, where innovation meets reliability to protect the world's critical processes and places.


In this exciting role, you'll be part of a forward-thinking team driving solutions for industries such as Renewables, Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Power, Oil & Gas, and Data Centers. From crafting detailed proposals to supporting seamless project transitions, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring safety and efficiency in diverse environments.


What You'll Do:

1.Analyze & Strategize

  • Evaluate incoming RFQs (technical and commercial) to identify opportunities.
  • Collaborate with sales teams to define bid strategies.
  • Review project specifications to spot constraints and craft solutions.

2.Coordinate & Support

  • Engage with engineering teams, subject matter experts, and vendors.
  • Represent the proposals team during bid clarifications and meetings.
  • Provide ongoing technical and commercial support throughout the proposal lifecycle.

3.Prepare Winning Proposals

  • Develop cost estimates and comprehensive cost models.
  • Draft proposals that highlight value and differentiation using a "prepare to win" approach.

4.Facilitate Seamless Handover

  • Support clarifications, negotiations, and contract transitions post-submission.
  • Ensure a smooth transition from proposal to project execution.


What You Bring:

  • A degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
  • Experience in proposal/tendering or estimating roles (preferably within the Process industry).
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Dutch and fluent English language skills.
  • Knowledge of power distribution or heat tracing applications is an advantage.
  • Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and excellent communication skills.


What We Offer:

  • A chance to make an exceptional impact in industries shaping the future.
  • A collaborative environment that values an explorer mindset and empathy for colleagues and customers.
  • Opportunities for professional growth in a global organization dedicated to innovation and excellence.
  • A hybrid work model with occasional travel (


This is your opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technologies and be part of a mission that protects places of progress. Ready to take the next step? Apply today to shape a safer, more efficient future.