Senior Proposal Engineer; Processing & Estimating

Senior Proposal Engineer; Processing & Estimating

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 12,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.

Location: Shelby

Summary 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. At Lincoln Electric, we invest in our people. In addition to competitive pay, we offer an annual bonus plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive medical/dental/vision benefits, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and many other outstanding benefits.

Primary Duties & 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.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related discipline preferred)
• Minimum 10 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
• Strong background in Engineering and Assembly System Design (preferred)
• 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
• Experience with lean manufacturing and highly automated systems (a significant plus)
• Strong understanding of controls hardware and related technologies (preferred)

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

Nearest Major Market: Detroit Job Segment: Testing, Project Manager, Welding, Fabrication, Technology, Manufacturing