Applications Engineer

The Applications Engineer plays a critical role in driving technically sound, commercially competitive solutions aligned with customer requirements. This position owns the front-end engineering, technical evaluation, estimating, and preparation of proposals in response to RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs across the Electric Power portfolio.

Requirements

• Lead technical evaluation, front-end engineering, and costing activities for RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs.
• Participate in bid strategy and review meetings in close collaboration with Sales.
• Evaluate equipment and system solutions across the Electric Power portfolio including packaged and turnkey offerings.
• Manage the proposal process from opportunity qualification through final submission and award.
• Provide technical support to Sales through bid clarification meetings, pre-bid technical discussion, and negotiations.
• Conduct and/or oversee equipment selection, design input, and cost estimating including coordination with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Manage supplier inputs and ensure adequate evaluation of request for quotation requirements and specifications.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (engineering, production, procurement) to support proposal development and encourage a collaborative, team culture.
• Package and deliver complete, high-quality proposal submissions that meet customer requirements and timelines.
• Ensure technical and commercial accuracy, scope clarity, completeness and consistency across all bids.
• Perform peer reviews of estimates and proposal deliverables to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Interface directly and indirectly with customers to review, present, and clarify proposal content.
• Support the development and maintenance of proposal tools, templates, and procedures to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Ensure a smooth and efficient transition of information to the project execution team upon award

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Safety Focused Culture
• Incentive Programs
• Professional Development Opportunities