PROPOSAL ENGINEER

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title (Internal)

PROPOSAL ENGINEER

Job Title (External)

PROPOSAL ENGINEER

GJC Code

GEC Engineer Level 2

Business Group and Unit

LFS

Business Unit

GEBS

Work Location

Noida/Pune, India

Reports to (Direct/Indirect)

Team Lead

Supervises (Direct/Indirect)

Team Lead

JOB DETAILS

Job Purpose

• Provides competency in the area of Proposal Engineering for PLC/DCS, HMI/SCADA, VFD, Panel Design, and PCC/MCC, Industrial communication (Ethernet, Device net, Profibus, and Modbus) to drive efficiency in execution.
• Drives functional excellence in the area of Proposal Engineering.
• Organizes and schedules Proposal tasks assigned to her / him to complete within time and with high quality
• Utilizes multiple procedures, tools and guidelines, performs a wide variety of Proposal & Estimation support duties

Key Responsibilities

Do

• Responsible for preparing cost effective viable automation/Electrical technical proposal based on client / tender requirement by using Rockwell Automation control products.
• Ensures Proposals are delivered with exceptional good quality on time and on budget with high levels of Customer Satisfaction.
• Utilizes multiple procedures, tools and guidelines, performs a wide variety of Proposal & Estimation tools to prepare the high-quality proposal support on time.
• Prepare Rockwell products & third-party products BOM after going through client requirement
• Man hour estimation for each task
• Prepare bottom-up costing for proposed solution
• Participate in interdepartmental & client meeting for requirement & scope gathering
• Creating scope summary, presentation materials, etc. and submits them for review by appropriate parties as necessary
• Preparing proposal documents with validation through organization recommended tools
• Maintains the confidentiality of sensitive and proprietary technical, financial and commercial information
• Demonstrates accountability for assigned work, meeting commitments and deadlines
• Supports Industry best practices sharing and knowledge transfer among teams to improve competency of whole team.
• Responsible for following all applicable corporate, company, governmental, environmental, safety, quality and regulatory policies and procedures as appropriate for this position.
• Collaborates internally within Global Engineering Center and externally with Regional teams to ensure on time delivery of proposals with quality

Oversee

• Ensure 100% meet technical items defined in project / RFQ.
• Ensure project implementation follows the procedure of RA engineering standards.
• Maximize reusable standard product and engineering in Proposal generation.
• Support Team Leader in managing team performance, develop self and team capability and motivate the team.

KEY COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

Organizational Competencies

• Contributes Professional & Technical Expertise

• Consistently demonstrates proficiency in the areas of technical and/or professional expertise relevant to role.
• Actively pursues continuous learning; develops skills and knowledge in job-related technical or professional expertise, including increasing breadth and depth of expertise and keeping up-to-date with advances.
• Invites feedback and coaching, and actively engages in responding to it.

• Collaborates & Teams Effectively

• Is honest and fair in dealings with others; words and actions are consistent with Rockwell Automation values and standards of ethical conduct.
• Balances individual goals and team goals.
• Reaches out across organizational lines to establish and maintain effective work relationships to achieve individual and team goals.
• Addresses conflict and other barriers to collaboration directly and constructively, adapting to cultural norms and expectations when appropriate.

• Communicates Effectively

• Shares viewpoints openly and directly with others, providing relevant and timely information to those who need it.
• Shares information clearly one-on-one and with small groups, making good decisions as to who, when and how to communicate.
• Involves the right people to obtain needed information and perspectives.
• Listens carefully and attentively to others’ to ensure that their viewpoints are fully heard and grasped.

• Adds Value for Customers & Partners

• Understands the needs and requirements of customers and partners associated with their business/function; productively shares that understanding with others.
• Clearly quantifies and articulates customer value derived from Rockwell Automation solutions.
• Addresses customer and partner needs in ways that differentiate Rockwell Automation products and services.
• Prioritizes own work activities to focus first on those that add value (directly or indirectly) to customers or partners.

• Attains Results

• Excels at execution; monitors progress and, as needed, redirects efforts, resources and rewards to ensure goals are achieved
• Holds self and others accountable for keeping commitments, maintaining standards and achieving goals.
• Accepts new challenges and responsibilities to achieve goals and model Rockwell Automation values.

• Creates Focus and Motivates Others

• Supports individuals and teams to stretch beyond what they thought they could do.
• Able to get results from people within Rockwell Automation not under their direct control.

Job Related Competencies

• Uses & maintains all business systems for opportunities and proposals (SharePoint, Bid Request, FTS, IFS, PWO & Track2Quote, MS Office, MS Project)
• Should have exposure to Global Work style, engagement with Clients working from remote locations.
• Hands on experience in designing, execution & selection of industrial automation products such as PLC/DCS, VFD, HMI/SCADA, Panel Design, Servo, Industrial communication (Ethernet, Device net, Profibus, Modbus)
• Excellent verbal, written communication & presentation skills
• Familiar with commercial and financial terminologies.
• Knowledge of best design practices, Industry standards and cost-effective solutions across globe.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS / WORK EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors in Electrical /Instrumentation / Control / Electronics
• 4 to 6 years of relevant experience in automation engineering on PLCs (Rockwell – Control Logix, PLC 5, Compact Logix, Siemens, Schneider, ABB, Mitsubishi, etc.) ,
• Working knowledge of Drives, PLC & MCC System Engineering.
• Sound Knowledge of Drives and PLC/DCS
• Willing to work in 2nd shift (5:00 pm to 2:00 am )
• Has experience in Proposals and Quotations.

KEY INTERNAL STAKEHOLDERS

• Engineering Manager
• Team Lead
• Project Engineer

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Good communication skills in English (Written and Verbal).

Rockwell Automation’s hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.