Proposal Engineering Analyst
Core
Create accurate, data-driven estimates for new business bids, internal project proposals, and outsourced work by synthesizing engineering data on cycle times, material costs, labor, and facility capacity.
Role type
Proposal Engineering Analyst (Manufacturing & Distribution)
Builds
Data-driven cost estimates and business cases for manufacturing and distribution projects
Domain
Manufacturing operations and distribution logistics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Cost modeling, capacity analysis, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, data visualization, cross-functional collaboration, technical writing
Preferred skills
AI-driven predictive modeling, ROI analysis, CapEx evaluation
Technologies
Microsoft Excel, Tableau, PowerBI
Responsibilities
Translate customer requirements and Statements of Work into detailed engineering estimates; maintain and update engineering standards for cost modeling; evaluate new bid volumes against facility capacity; develop business cases outlining ROI and cost avoidance; validate bid assumptions during RFP/RFQ processes.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC