Switzerland Global Enterprise

Commercial Application Engineer

Switzerland Global Enterprise

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Cyber Security

About the role

  • The Commercial Application Engineer (CAE) provides techno-commercial leadership on core & complex commercial transactions.
  • Review customer specifications, drawings, RFPs/RFQs (Request for Quotations/Request for Proposals), and create tables of compliance.
  • Serve as the main point of contact for deals, providing application engineering support.
  • Lead the quoting process for both core and complex control system offerings.
  • Ensure accurate cost estimates and manage technical, execution, and commercial risks throughout the ITO (Invitation to Offer) process.
  • Collaborate with sales and pricing teams to define competitive pricing strategies and consolidate deal financials.
  • Present deals for approval, manage tender schedules, and ensure timely submissions and readiness for order booking.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, or power) plus 6+ years in tendering, application engineering, or field service for industrial control systems.
  • Strong experience with Unit Control (Gas/Steam Turbine/Aero), DCS (Distributed Control Systems), generators, excitation/static starters, HMIs, and cybersecurity.
  • Proficient with PC tools including MS Office, Salesforce, CPQ (Configure Price Quote), and other quoting platforms.
  • Willing to travel up to 20-30% for customer meetings and business development.
  • Skilled in commercial and contractual work, proposal/specification writing, and creative problem-solving.
  • Strong communication skills, and the ability to guide less-experienced colleagues; may lead small, low-risk projects.
  • Able to make decisions using multiple internal and limited external inputs; advanced degrees (Engineering or MBA) are a plus.
Benefits
  • Professional Growth: Dynamic team, extensive resources, and training for skill development
  • A Booming industry with Cutting-Edge Projects: Involvement in high-profile, innovative projects
  • Global Exposure: Collaboration with a diverse, global network of industry experts
  • Collaborative Environment: Supportive culture fostering creativity and teamwork
  • Career Advancement: Opportunities for leadership and career growth within the organization
  • Competitive compensation package plus corporate benefits

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
application engineeringtenderingproposal writingcost estimationcommercial risk managementUnit ControlDCScybersecurityproblem-solvingengineering
Soft skills
communicationleadershipcollaborationdecision-makingguidancecreativityorganizational
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in engineeringadvanced degrees (Engineering or MBA)