Proposal Engineer
Proposal Engineer
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Job Description
At Westinghouse Electric Company we are pioneers in nuclear technology and our technology is the basis for nearly half of the worlds commercial nuclear power plants in operation. Today we are also building several new reactors that contribute to more fossil-free energy. Globally we have over 10000 employees in 19 countries of which 1000 are at our Swedish workplaces in Vsters and Tby. Our Swedish operations were founded in 1969 and supply nuclear fuel as well as products and services in automation maintenance testing and decommissioning for customers around the world. Read more about us .
Are you self-motivated and a proactive problem solver with commercial experience in industrial landscape Are you interested in working with advanced technology together with an innovative team Do you also want to contribute to a better climate and a future filled with clean energy
Welcome to Westinghouse Operating Plants Services (OPS). We are over 12.000 employees helping customers around the globe to maximize safety performance and longevity of their plants in areas such as Engineering Solutions for maximizing operating margins increasing power output and extending plant life Instrumentation and Control systems design and modernization as well as executing plant outages with minimal downtime; supplying repairing and replacing nuclear components; and providing complete training engineering and automation services.
In the role of Proposal Manager in our team you will be a key player in developing quality Offers to fulfill the needs of our customers. We are looking forward to meeting you!
Your contribution for a carbon-free future
As OPS Proposal Manager here with us your main responsibility is to manage proposal development for complex opportunities (typically over $5M with increased responsibility according to experience) with particular focus on the commercial elements of the Proposal and ownership of the Pricing file. You will secure compliance with Westinghouse governance process and timely organize the relevant meetings. To mention a few of the other daily tasks this means that you will:
- Prepare the offer Division of Responsibility Matrix. Communicate to the expected bid team members.
- Identify individual RFQ requirements including all attachments and coordinate inputs for completion (forms language translations etc.)
- Collaborate with Customer Solution Manager Account team Contracts/Legal and as necessary Supply Chain Management etc.
- Ensure complete and on time submittal of the proposal to customer via appropriate path
- Support negotiations with the client until final contract signature ensuring proper teamwork and alignment and with all relevant WEC stakeholders.
- Collaborate with Customer Solutions Manager to develop cost models that support the financial aspect of the submission and LOA governance process.
- Ensure that cost rates overhead markups escalation management reserve and margin/EBITDA levels are accurate in the estimates and responsible to generate the estimate sheet and the overall consolidation in case of multiple product segments.
- Confirming LOA requirements scheduling the meetings and developing the LOA document in accordance with the Westinghouse LOA Policy.
- Develop and maintain critical working relationships with internal and external customer personnel.
In addition to your daily work we would like to see an enthusiastic approach to work and that you are a positive team player!
The role is placed in Sweden Vsters and limited domestic travel to customer offices vendor facilities or industry conferences may be required.
Why Westinghouse
At Westinghouse you will get the opportunity to learn and develop together with other skilled managers and engineers in a complex and high-tech industry. Here you are part of a global network of experts within several different areas. We offer great opportunities for competence development and work exchange abroad.
We are looking for you
To be a good match for this role we believe that you can work to pre-determined deadlines you are self-motived and a proactive problem solver. We believe you to be able to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of the organization and are motivated by meeting goals
We also believe that you thrive in an environment that is collaborative and is curious to learn more about the multiple facets of the nuclear industry!
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Engineering Business Management or equivalent experience
- 2 -5 years of experience in industrial landscape
- 5-10 years experience in similar position to be eligible for a Senior Proposal manager role
- Refined commercial acumen and project management capabilities
- Very good numeracy skills
- Good working knowledge in Microsoft office programs and advanced capabilities in Microsoft Excel
- Knowledge of nuclear utility buying practices
- Proficient in English both speaking and writing
- Excellent communication skills
If you also have knowledge in additional IT tools such as SAP D365 PowerBI and/or PRIME that is very meritorious!
Apply today!
Welcome with your application including CV and cover letter. We interview candidates on a continuous basis so please send in your application as soon as possible!
Security clearance is carried out as part of the recruitment process.
For more information about the role please contact the hiring manager Frederic Poncelet or
Union agreement
This role belongs to the union agreement Teknikavtalet.
Union representatives
Akademikerfrening p Westinghouse (AFW): Cecilia Wahlstrm
We offer
At Westinghouse we offer an inspiring work environment in a high-tech industry. You will be a part of a network of global experts from several different areas and we offer great opportunities for competence development and career growth both in Sweden and abroad.
As a member of our team you will work together with engaged colleagues and be a part of an environment that is both challenging and supportive. Many of our positions are based in activity-based environments which enables a flexible workplace.
At Westinghouse we have a strong safety culture. Our business is covered by the union agreement Teknikavtalet and local agreements.
Employment Type
Full Time
