Proposals Engineer

We have met todays energy needs while planning for tomorrows for over 100 years. Beginning with the first modern generator the Rehlko Automatic Power & Light launched in 1920 Rehlko has been an innovative leader in energy resilience.

Our product range includes engines generators power conversion UPS systems EV components and electrification solutions microgrid controls and management clean energy solutions and much more that serve a broad spectrum of OEM residential industrial and commercial customers.

Our priorities are global: the stability from steady energy sources and reliable back-ups. The power to be able to harness energy and the freedom of not being dependent on an aging centralized grid. The confidence that clean energy solutions offer when it comes to a sustainable world and the commitment to keep innovating towards greater impact.

At Rehlko our team members are the essential energy that powers our organizations success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyones responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication proactively reporting hazards following protocols and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!

Why You Will Love this Job:

Reporting to the Proposal Manager the Proposal Engineer will be responsible for:

Specific Responsibilities:

• Interpret inquiries and requests for quotations from existing and prospective customers in order to establish an initial understanding of the range of possible requirements.

• Build further understanding of requirements by liaising with sales managers either face to face or over the telephone as appropriate to needs.

• Organize site visits and meetings with major subcontractors and/or vendors as required.

• Support the Sales Group in meetings with customers during the bid-process

• In line with product decision determine the key objectives and possible options to be covered in the proposal coordinating the supply of necessary information organizing the various estimates and defining the scope of supply.

• Work in partnership with the Engineering Commercial and Project Departments as appropriate to evaluate technical risk and commercial terms.

• Compile budget proposals and tenders defining value and differentiators prices commercial conditions comments and deviations and technical specifications for presentation to the customer.

• Act as focal point for customer queries regarding Proposal submission providing answers and visiting sites in order to reach agreement and build a positive on-going relationship.

• Prepare RFQs for suppliers/subcontractors against specs and T&Cs

• Monitor progress and status of Proposals maintaining accurate records and keeping the Senior Proposals Engineer fully informed at all times.

• Support Project team during handover of Proposals that have resulted in orders.

• Maintain internal Quality systems as relevant to the processing of inquiries and proposals.

• Ensure that Health Safety Environmental and Quality management policies and procedures are adhered to in all work undertaken.

Requirements:

• Solid understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering

• Familiarity with Clarke Energy products and engineering practices

• Knowledge of Federal Regulations risk analysis and HSE procedures

• Commercial awarenesspayment terms cash flow modeling and T&Cs

• Strong analytical planning and organizational skills

• Excellent communicationwritten and verbal

• Proficient in Microsoft Office

• Self-motivated resilient and calm under pressure

• Team-oriented with strong relationship-building skills

• Flexible adaptable and able to influence decisions

• Estimating in mechanical/electrical construction (preferred)

• Sales or engineering in switchgear ESS solar PV RNG or generators (preferred)

• Minimum 1 year in proposals/sales within engineering

• Full role competence expected within 1224 months

• Mix of internal (50%) and external (50%) focus

• May supervise future Trainee Proposals Engineers

• Primary location: Waukesha WI. However remote work is also an option preferably within the CST or EST time zones.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

The salary range for this position is $75000 to $85000. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidates experience their education and the work location. Available benefits include medical dental vision & 401k.

About Us

Rehlkoproudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities along with competitive benefits and PurposeCreating an energy resilient world for a better futureand Values: Curiosity Trust Pace and Excellence are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at addition to the investment in your development Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary health vision dental 401(k) with Rehlkomatching and more!

Rehlko is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities including but not limited to hiring job assignment compensation promotion benefits training discipline and termination without regard to race creed color ethnicity religion sex pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions genetic information age national origin citizenship ancestry caste mental or physical disability marital or familial status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information political belief or affiliation union membership status military status veteran status or any other characteristic protected by national state local or other applicable laws.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

It is the policy of Rehlko to comply with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and corresponding national state local or other applicable laws. Rehlko will not discriminate against any qualified associate or applicant with respect to any terms privileges or conditions of employment because of a persons physical or mental disability. Rehlko will provide a reasonable accommodation to associates or applicants with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require an accommodation in the application process or during the course of employment please contact Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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