Richards Bay: Proposal Engineer posted by SET Consulting
Posted on 2025-07-26 00:00:00
| Employer | SET Consulting |
|---|---|
| Category | Other Engineering |
| Location | Kwazulu-Natal / Richards Bay |
Job Summary
The Proposal Engineer supports Key Account Managers in preparing proposals and cost estimates for new projects, equipment upgrades, technical services, major repairs, and sales strategy development. Occasional travel to customer sites may be required.
Key Responsibilities
Proposals:
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Review tender/RFQ specifications.
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Liaise with suppliers to develop scopes of work, issue RFQs, and assess proposals.
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Ensure proposals meet deadlines and required standards.
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Coordinate with head office for engineering or material quotes.
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Prepare draft project proposals and commercial estimates for internal review and approval.
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Follow up with clients during the evaluation and decision process.
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Compile project handover documentation once an order is received.
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Participate in close-out meetings to improve future proposals.
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Support repair projects with proposal input, bills of material, and work scopes.
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Interpret technical documents (manuals, parts lists, BOMs) to inform proposals.
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Conduct occasional site inspections for better job scoping.
Equipment Repairs:
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Assess repair RFQs with Key Account Managers.
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Align customer needs with cost-effective and practical repair solutions.
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Help prepare repair costings and support sales strategy discussions.
Qualifications:
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South African Grade 12 / Matric.
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National Diploma or higher in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering.
Experience & Skills:
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Experience in project costing or estimating is essential.
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Supply Chain or Purchasing experience is an advantage.
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Familiarity with project management principles is beneficial.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project.
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Knowledge of heavy industrial equipment repair/modification is an advantage.
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Ability to apply technical knowledge to customer solutions.
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Understanding of project site work for effective proposal preparation.
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