Senior Proposal Engineer – Processing & Estimating
Lincoln Electric
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Shelby • Ohio • United States
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About the role
- Analyze Customer RFQs & Specifications: Evaluate incoming RFQs, technical requirements, and customer specifications to determine alignment with Fori’s capabilities and product offerings.
- Develop Costed Proposals & Concepts: Create detailed time studies, conceptual layouts, cost estimates, and engineering proposals for assigned RFQs and engineering changes.
- Justify Technical & Financial Solutions: Document proposed processes and cost structures using vendor quotations or internal cost analyses.
- Customer & Internal Collaboration: Participate in customer line-up meetings and internal design reviews to ensure alignment on expectations, feasibility, and scope.
- Cross-Functional Problem Solving: Partner with engineering, sales, manufacturing, and project management teams to develop innovative, cost-effective solutions within assigned budget constraints.
- Project & Task Management: Manage multiple active proposals and tasks simultaneously, meeting all deadlines and deliverable requirements.
- Industry & Technology Awareness: Stay informed about emerging automation solutions, industry advancements, and vendor innovations to enhance proposal quality and competitiveness.
- Support Sales & Marketing Efforts: Attend sales meetings, marketing presentations, and internal training sessions as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related discipline preferred)
- Minimum 10 years of experience in Engineering, Proposals, and Estimating within an industrial, automation, or manufacturing environment
- Proven ability to lead proposal efforts from concept to final submission
- Strong background in Engineering and Assembly System Design (preferred)
- Working knowledge of Mechanical and Controls Engineering concepts
- Demonstrated success developing conceptual designs, estimates, and proposals for manufacturing customers
- Strong communication skills with a collaborative, team-oriented approach
- Experience with lean manufacturing and highly automated systems (a significant plus)
- Strong understanding of controls hardware and related technologies (preferred)
Benefits
- annual bonus plan
- tuition reimbursement
- comprehensive medical/dental/vision benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- paid time off
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
EngineeringProposalsEstimatingCost EstimationConceptual DesignMechanical EngineeringControls EngineeringAssembly System DesignLean ManufacturingAutomation Solutions
Soft Skills
CommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingProject ManagementTeam-oriented
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering