Lead Proposal Engineer

1 week ago

Pune, Maharashtra, India Thermax Limited Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 36,00,000 per year

Job Description
PositionTitle:
Lead Proposal Engineer

Department:
Engineering

Location:
Sai Chambers

Experience:
15–20 years

Reporting To:
Proposals Head

RoleObjective
Tolead end-to-end proposal engineering activities for the mechanical scope inlarge-scale EPC projects, ensuring competitive, technically sound, and timelysubmission of bids. The role requires strong technical insight, commercialacumen, and cross-functional coordination to drive successful businessacquisition.

KeyResponsibilities
BidManagement & Proposal Engineering

  • Review and analyze tender documents, technical specifications, scope of work, and contractual conditions for mechanical packages (static, rotary, piping, tanks, etc.).
  • Lead preparation of complete techno-commercial proposals for EPC projects across sectors such as power, refinery, chemicals, and water treatment.
  • Define project assumptions, clarify ambiguities, and ensure internal estimates are aligned with client expectations.

Technical& Costing Expertise

  • Develop cost estimation models using internal data, vendor inputs, and benchmarking from past projects.
  • Evaluate and validate supplier and subcontractor quotations (equipment and site works).
  • Ensure technical compliance with international codes and standards (ASME, IS, API) and client specifications.

Coordination& Interface

  • Collaborate with engineering, procurement, execution, finance, and legal teams to gather inputs for bid preparation.
  • Interface with vendors for technical clarifications and price negotiations during proposal phase.
  • Work with planning teams to define execution timelines and resource loading for costing.

ClientInteraction & Support

  • Participate in pre-bid meetings, technical discussions, and clarification sessions with customers.
  • Present proposals and defend assumptions in internal reviews and client discussions.

Qualifications

  • B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering

Skills& Competencies

  • Strong knowledge of mechanical systems and packages in industrial EPC projects.
  • Proven experience in bid engineering and cost estimation for large-value projects.
  • Familiarity with international codes and standards (ASME, ASTM, IS, API).
  • Proficiency in MS Office and Excel (for costing models); exposure to AutoCAD/basic 3D software preferred.
  • Strong commercial awareness with effective communication and presentation skills.
  • Ability to work independently and lead a proposal team.

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