Proposal Engineer
Houston, TX - USA
Job Summary
At ABB we help industries run leaner and cleanerand every person here makes that happen. Youll be empowered to lead supported to grow and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
This position reports to:
Proposal Engineer ManagerIn this role you will have the opportunity to support the assigned Sales organization and customers during the proposal process for Instrumentation Flow products in the USA. Each day you will serve as a key technical resource in the assigned area. You will also showcase your expertise by preparing technical descriptions of the products and technology determining costs and preparing fi
nal documentation.
The work model for the role is: Hybrid in Houston TX Bartlesville OK or Baton Rouge LA. Well qualified candidates will be considered for fully remote on the East Coast/Central US. #LI-Hybrid
Your role and responsibilities:
Ensuring timely and accurate creation of tender documents through coordination with relevant stakeholders.
Managing all aspects of the bid including technical financial product management and risk reviews; ensure all proposal processes and procedures are followed.
Attend customer pre-bid meetings if required.
Interface and communicate with customers and channel reps technically and commercially.
Coordinating with the supply chain to identify suppliers for equipment and materials through regular studies of customer needs and market trends.
Contributing to an effective positive customer relationship throughout the sales process.
Examining and reporting on the results of tenders and identifying areas for improvement to increase success.
Maintain and update tools and processes as necessary.
Our Team Dynamics
Our teams support each other collaborate and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems.
Qualifications for the Role:
Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Chemical or Instrumentation Engineering or a similar field strongly preferred but will consider equivalent work experience
5 years of relevant experience in preparing bids and tenders proposals or inside sales with temperature pressure flow and/or level instrumentation products; ability to apply specific application knowledge to advise customers on appropriate technology
Experience in the oil & gas power paper and chemical industries preferred
Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously
Collaborative solution-focused approach with strong written and spoken communication skills but also able to work independently and under pressure.
Technical knowledge of rotating equipment (pumps mechanical seals and their design and operational requirements) preferred
Demonstrated skills in leading meetings including setting agendas preparing facilitating discussions and assigning follow-up activities.
Proficient in Microsoft Office SAP and Salesforce.
Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work permanently for ABB in the US without sponsorship now or in the future.
Whats in it for you
We give you the space to lead the support to grow and the chance to make a difference. Whether youre solving problems building something new or helping others succeed your impact is real. Youll be part of a team that values your voice and celebrates your progress.
ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity gender expression sexual orientation) marital status citizenship age race and ethnicity inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles color religious creed national origin pregnancy physical or mental disability genetic information protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.
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ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees
excludes ABB E-mobility Athens union Puerto Rico
Health Life & Disability
Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR aHigh DeductibleHealth Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called theHigh DeductiblePlan.
Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
Vision benefit
Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
Voluntary life and AD&D 100% employee paid up to maximums
Short Term Disability up to26 weeks Company paid
Long Term Disability 60% ofpay Company paid.Ability to buy-up to 66 2/3% of pay.
Supplemental benefits 100% employee paid (Accident insurance hospital indemnity critical illness pet insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health general health navigation and virtual health and infertility/adoption
Employee discount program
Retirement
401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
Time off
ABB provides 11 paid holidays.Salaried exempt positions areprovidedvacation under a permissive time away policy.
Building a cleaner smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious the courageous and the creative. Thats why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
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