Proposal Engineer

Location: Nisku, Alberta
Position: Full time

The Challenge

Spearhead the seamless coordination of proposal development, acting as the pivotal link between our exceptional sales team and valued clients.

We are currently looking for an Proposal Engineer to become an X-PERT on our expanding team in Nisku, Alberta. The successful candidate will reside in Nisku, Edmonton, or the surrounding area.

What You'll Do

• Coordinate sales engineering and proposal development activities
• Ensure accurate and high-quality proposal development
• Manage priorities to meet client specifications, timelines, and budget Interpret documentation, specifications, and design drawings using technical expertise
• Prepare precise project cost estimates
• Develop and maintain estimating tools Liaise effectively with clients, sales team, and suppliers
• Perform quality checks on estimates versus actual costs for accuracy
• Oversee project handover from sales to project execution team
• Coordinate with various disciplines and suppliers for proposal development
• Requisition major equipment (specify buyout equipment, issue RFQs, compare quotes, engage vendors)
• Ensure design information is controlled and provide to the sales / project team as required.
• Coordinate client communications and meetings.

What You'll Have

• B.Sc. in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 3-5 years’ experience in Propsal Engineering.
• P.Eng. designation through APEGA or working towards it

What You'll Bring

• Proficient knowledge of industry best practices.
• Proven ability to produce high-quality work while facing competing priorities and strict deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize activities and stay focused in a dynamic ever-changing environment.
• Knowledge of MS Office suite (emphasis on Word, PowerPoint, Excel & Project).
• Experience using ERP systems.
• Experience in estimation, design, and manufacture of power generation package.
• Experience with turbine-driven power generation package is an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong editing and proofreading skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills – must be able to interact successfully with the entire team, from managers to senior leadership, with a positive, enthusiastic attitude.
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity toward client engagements and confidentiality when interacting with leadership.
• Strong time management and excellent organization skills.
• Ability to multitask, to work under extreme pressure, and to meet tight deadlines and time demands.
• Able to work independently, with minimal supervision, in a team environment.
• A high degree of tact, diplomacy and professionalism.

What Makes You, You

• Commitment to the X-Group core values
• Excellent English communication and interpersonal skills
• Team-orientation, with a sense of humour and positivity
• Strong customer service and team player skills
• Professional discretion
• Ability to deal with ambiguity in a fast-paced environment

Physical and Safety Requirements

• Participate in pre-employment, pre-access, post-incident, and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. This position is considered safety sensitive.
• Understand and comply with the X-Group’s safety policies, safe work practices, procedures, and rules.
• Notify supervisors of any unsafe conditions or acts that may endanger workers.
• Lift up to 50lbs occasionally.
• Maintain a valid Driver’s License and a clean driver's abstract.
• Maintain a clean criminal background check.
• Understanding of and willingness to abide by all safety protocols
• Lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Computer work Sitting for long periods of time
• Valid Driver’s License and clean drivers abstract

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefitis, including dental, vision and life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Free on-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate

• Nisku, AB: reliably commute or plat to relocate before starting work (required)
• Work location: In person

Experience

• Engineering: 3 years (required)