Project Engineer - Proposal

Senior • Lewiston, ME

70d

About The Position

Sales/Engineering professional responsible for all aspects of product definition, design, costing and proposal preparation and presentation. The ideal candidate will have experience selling to technically astute customers in the petrochemical, industrial and utility markets. Knowledge in product development, marketing, sales tracking, and sales closing are necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of two (2) years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiar with ERP, FEA software.
• Proficient with CAD, Solidworks, Microsoft Office software.
• Experienced in the design and analysis of complex thermal, mechanical and structural systems.
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English, both verbally and in writing, with co-workers, customers and vendors.

Nice To Haves

• Supports all initiatives and audits as required, including support and communication of all corporate goals.
• Understand and practice current ISO9000 and ISO14001 standards.
• May be required to travel globally.

Responsibilities

• Reviews requests for quotation and perform application engineering on the RFQ to determine what the customer desires.
• Determines what product best suits the customers and applications need.
• Reviews blueprints, plans and other customer documents to develop and prepare cost estimates and sales proposals.
• Draws up or proposes changes in equipment, processes or use of materials and services which would result in cost reduction or improvement in operations.
• Provides technical services to customers relating to use, operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Calls on customer representatives such as engineers, architects or other professional and technical personnel at commercial, industrial and other establishments to promote products or services offered.
• Meets with key customers and assists sales representatives maintain relationships, deliver sales presentations, negotiate and obtain purchase orders.
• Coordinate liaison between sales and other support functions.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Wellness benefits
• Employee recognition program
• Matching 401k plan
• Paid vacation
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees