Job PROPOSAL ENGINEER

PROPOSAL ENGINEER Job id: 38708057
Location: Bletchley, Milton Keynes (MK1)
Salary: c£29k + 15% bonus ote + car + Final Salary Pension + Private Health
Company:Rockwell Automation Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Date posted: 04/06/2008 15:51


Description: LOOKING FOR THE BEST IN THE INDUSTRY?SO ARE WE.Be part of a dynamic 22,000 people company, serving customers in 100 countries. Join Rockwell Automation, a $5 billion global provider of automation, power, control, and information solutions that give our customers a competitive advantage. We help manufacturers produce the goods and services you can’t live without. From automotive and textile, to food and beverage, and entertainment – Rockwell Automation is involved in the industries that touch your life every day.We are currently looking for a PROPOSAL ENGINEER. This role is based at our Bletchley site in Milton Keynes. The principal duties and responsibilities includeAs the Proposal Engineer, you will own and manage all proposal activities within a defined vertical and regional market for the Manufacturing Process Solutions Team. You will work closely with the sales, marketing and delivery teams to drive the proposal process using the customer centric selling model. The Proposals Engineer is required to identify and formulate solutions which meet the customer’s technical andcommercial requirements. Your solutions will need to be fully costed and professionally presented to the customer, clearly defining the scope of services and delivery timeline.Further tasks include:• Interpreting/understanding customer requirements and from these formulate viable solutions.• Taking responsibility for proposal generation against defined customer requirements. • Responsible for the preparation and presentation of quotes and sales proposals, in compliance with Rockwell Automation policies and standards after obtaining the appropriate approvals.• Consult with other functions on issues like pricing, product specification, warranties and product adaptation, ensuring the provision of appropriate business and technical solutions.• A degree of flexibility is essential as you will be required to visit customer sites to support bids.• Manage cost calculations through liaison with project team members, project managers, product specialists, sales and vendors.Your background and skillsMinimum Qualifications• Degree qualified in Technology (Chemical or Electrical Engineering) or equivalent experience.• Broad knowledge of ‘total automation solutions’, based on the RA Integrated Architecture,including services, buyouts like panel building, networking, interfacing to 3rd party equipment. • Demonstrated time management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, other languages a bonus.• Ability to travel up to 50% (within UK and EMEA)Desired Qualifications• Extensive knowledge of industrial automation.• Experience with direct customer contact. • Information & Control Engineering/Sales Experience.• Knowledge of Sales engagement process.• Ability to write clear and concise proposal documents• Autonomous, proactive and independent worker.Why join us?Rockwell Automation is far from being just another employer.Through innovation, flexibility, opportunity and development we set the standards in our markets.That’s why working for Rockwell Automation is far from just another job. We have developed the tools and processes you will need to set business and individual goals, measure performance, identify development opportunities, and assess your future needs. Rockwell Automation provides competitive pay and benefits, and we recognize and reward individuals and teams for their contributions in a variety of ways. How to apply?If you believe you could be the right candidate for this position, please submit your covering letter, including salary details and CV in English:-Via e-mail to cemery@ra.rockwell.com, quoting job number 19853BR


Contact: Recruitment Team
Reference: job/19853BR
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