Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience.
2+ years in proposal development and estimating for automation systems preferred.
Experience with Data Center quoting is a plus.
Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
Knowledge of PLC, HMI, and SCADA control systems design and programming.
Experienced in project lifecycle management, including scheduling and cost reporting.
Proficient in Microsoft Office; CRM proficiency is advantageous.
Responsibilities
Develop proposals and cost estimates from RFQ to final quotation.
Provide consulting support to identify customer needs and technical challenges.
Follow up with customers regarding proposal requirements and expectations.
Support Sales with demos, feasibility studies, and technical proposals.
Conduct internal meetings to clarify bid scope and resolve questions.
Hand off won deals to Operations, ensuring clear communication of bid details.
Conduct site surveys to clarify scope and understand customer needs.
Benefits
Hybrid work model based in North Texas, TX.
Collaborative and engaging work atmosphere.
Opportunities for professional development and growth.
Strong emphasis on safety culture and adherence to safety protocols.
Full Job Description
About the Role
We are looking for an Applications Engineer to join our team in a hybrid role and based from our North Texas, TX office. The ideal candidate will also have strong technical background in Industrial Control Systems. This role will support Sales by identifying customer needs and delivering customized control systems and automation solutions. You will translate customer requirements into clear scopes of work and proposals, acting as the bridge between clients and RED Group to drive business development.
Key Responsibilities
Develops proposals and cost estimates, owning RFQ through final customer quotation.
Provides consulting support to understand customer needs and technical challenges.
Follow-up with customers on proposal requirements and expectations.
Supports Sales by delivering demos, running feasibility studies, building proof of concepts, preparing technical proposals and attending customer meetings.
Holds internal meetings to review bid scope and resolve questions and develop proposals.
Hands off won deals to Operations, ensuring bid details and customer expectations are clearly communicated to the project team.
Conducts site surveys/walkdowns to clarify scope and understand customer needs during the bid phase.
Works with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and deliverables, ensuring proposals accurately reflect the scope of work.
Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited university, or commensurate experience.
Minimum of 2+ years in a proposal development and estimating role focused on automation systems and engineering is preferred.
Data Center quoting experience is preferred.
Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Knowledge of designing and programming PLC, HMI, and SCADA control systems
Experienced in scheduling, cost reporting, status tracking and project lifecycle management.
Proficient in Microsoft Office. Proficiency in CRM is a plus
Ability to travel for on-site client visits, trade shows and conferences required.
Ability to collaborate with clients, vendors, and team members.
Strong multitasking and prioritization skills.
Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills.
Embrace our core values while enjoying a collaborative and engaging atmosphere:
Be Dependable
Cultivate Relationships
Strive for Excellence
Foster and promote a strong safety culture and follow company safety protocols.
Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Agency Submissions:
RED Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting or staffing agencies. Agencies must have a current, signed agreement in place prior to submitting any candidate - resumes submitted without one will be considered the property of RED Group and no fees will be paid. Please do not forward resumes directly to employees or hiring managers.
