Proposal Engineer 1

Descrizione dell'offerta

Position: Proposal Engineer

Organization Unit: Liebherr Gear Technology, Inc.

Department/Cost Center Code: Gear Technology (LGT 4GA)

Location:Saline, Michigan

Reports to:VP Sales

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Summary:

Prepares quotes, purchase requisitions, orders, contracts, and PFP/RFQ responses for customers. Serves as a liaison between Liebherr U.S. sales and service staff and Liebherr factories (LVT), and North American customers on all matters regarding Liebherr gear machines, processes, technology, tools, and related automation equipment.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepares quotes, contracts (inclusive orders to LVT) and RFP/RFQ responses for potential customers

Prepares retool quotes, contracts (inclusive orders to LVT) and RFP/RFQ responses for potential customers, in cooperation with LVT colleagues in Retool and TB departments

Maintains all quote documentation with accurate pricing and configurations

Maintains sales demonstration tools and applications

Collaborates with sales team to understand customer requirements and provide sales support

Maintains existing and establishes new relationships with customers

Resolves customer issues or difficulties in a manner that is consistent with the company mission and values

Provides pre-sales technical assistance and product education

Provides application support for Liebherr technologies

Time estimates

Tool life estimates

Problem solving / troubleshooting

Process improvements

Other duties assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge of gear nomenclature

Understanding of Liebherr gear technology (shaping, hobbing, skiving, and gear grinding; as well as gear cutting tools)

Understanding of Liebherr automation systems as they relate to gear machines

Proficient in MS Office, Camos, Verzahnanalyse, LC-Zeit and LCS-Zeit software

Ability to read technical engineering drawings and understand GD&T

Strong oral and written communication skills

Demonstrate proficiency in customer relations, and communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Shows initiative

Employs analytical thinking skills

Education and Experience:

A Bachelor’s degree (preferred) or Associate’s Degree engineering with 3 years of experience in machining and/or gear products, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.