Senior Proposal Engineer; Processing & Estimating

Lincoln Electric • Shelby Charter Township, MI

3d • $96,332 - $140,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Fori Automation, a Lincoln Electric Company, is a global leader in designing and integrating automated assembly, welding, material handling, and testing systems. We deliver world-class automation solutions to leading manufacturers worldwide. We’re seeking an experienced Senior Proposal Engineer to join our Assembly Pre-Sales Applications team. In this key technical role, you will lead the creation of manufacturing and assembly concepts that ultimately become full-scale, operational systems. This position is ideal for an engineer who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys conceptual development, and wants to see their early-stage ideas evolve into finished products on the manufacturing floor.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related discipline preferred) OR 10+ years of equivalent engineering/proposal experience.
• 5+ years of experience in Engineering, Proposals, and Estimating within an industrial, automation, or manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to lead proposal efforts from concept to final submission.
• Working knowledge of Mechanical and Controls Engineering concepts.
• Demonstrated success developing conceptual designs, estimates, and proposals for manufacturing customers.
• Strong communication skills with a collaborative, team oriented approach.
• Strong background in Engineering and Assembly System Design, with preferred experience in AutoCAD, SolidWorks or similar design software.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with lean manufacturing and highly automated systems, preferred.
• Strong understanding of controls hardware and related technologies, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze Customer RFQs & Specifications: Evaluate incoming RFQs, technical requirements, and customer specifications to determine alignment with Fori’s capabilities and product offerings.
• Develop Costed Proposals & Concepts: Create detailed time studies, conceptual layouts, cost estimates, and engineering proposals for assigned RFQs and engineering changes.
• Justify Technical & Financial Solutions: Document proposed processes and cost structures using vendor quotations or internal cost analyses.
• Customer & Internal Collaboration: Participate in customer line-up meetings and internal design reviews to ensure alignment on expectations, feasibility, and scope.
• Cross-Functional Problem Solving: Partner with engineering, sales, manufacturing, and project management teams to develop innovative, cost effective solutions within assigned budget constraints.
• Project & Task Management: Manage multiple active proposals and tasks simultaneously, meeting all deadlines and deliverable requirements.
• Industry & Technology Awareness: Stay informed about emerging automation solutions, industry advancements, and vendor innovations to enhance proposal quality and competitiveness.
• Support Sales & Marketing Efforts: Attend sales meetings, marketing presentations, and internal training sessions as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior