Proposal Engineer (Remote U.S.!)

Flex HR • Atlanta, GA

1d • Remote

About The Position

PDM is seeking a Proposal Engineer / Product Specialist to serve as a skilled technical communicator bridging front-end sales, engineering, and manufacturing. In this role you will create detailed customer proposals based on requests for
quote
(RFQs) and technical
specifications, and
support the full order lifecycle from
quote
to shipment. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded professional looking to grow with a dynamic, fast-moving company at the intersection of engineering and business.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Business from an accredited institution
• Engineering degree candidates currently enrolled with an expected graduation date of 2025 will be considered
• Business degree candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of proposals or quoting experience in a technical field
• 2+ years of experience in product, customer service, inside sales, or proposals in a technical environment (preferred)
• 1+ year of experience using ERP and quotation systems; familiarity with SAP or similar is a plus
• Knowledge of electric power distribution transformers, components, accessories, and applicable standards (ANSI, IEEE, IEC, CSA, NEMA)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Windows-based applications
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with a high degree of accuracy
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship now or in the future
• No relocation assistance provided

Responsibilities

• Create multiple customer proposals daily based on RFQs, specifications, one-lines, and supporting documentation
• Perform detailed specification reviews to identify customer requirements, product fit, required features and accessories, lead times, exceptions, alternates, and submittal requirements
• Process orders from customer-accepted proposals, verify POs against proposals, and resolve discrepancies
• Assemble documentation packages for factory design engineering and communicate special requirements to affected departments
• Process customer change orders against open sales orders using the change, hold, and cancellation process
• Approve and negotiate pricing per established guidelines, competitive feedback, and market knowledge
• Provide product and application technical support for customers, agents, and internal departments
• Act as liaison between engineering, marketing, scheduling, and customers
• Support continuous improvement using lean tools and contribute to ISO work instruction development
• Participate in customer visits to the Salt Lake City, UT assembly plant and customer or agent sites as needed

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on skills, experience, and qualifications
• PDM covers 100% of health, vision, and dental insurance premiums for all employees
• 401(k) with 5% company match, short-term disability coverage, and life insurance
• Exposure to C-level leadership, enterprise customers, and strategic supplier partnerships
• Grow with a fast-moving company disrupting the utility-grade transformer and circuit breaker supply chain
• Work across the full product lifecycle from front-end sales and proposals through manufacturing and delivery

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees