Mission/Purpose of the Job:

　　We at Atlas Copco/Leybold Vacuum believe that there is always a better way.  This spirit drives us to provide leading edge technology, innovative and sustainable products, as well as best in class service to our customers around the globe. That's where you come in -- we believe our people make it happen. We provide a collaborative, inclusive and flexible work environment along with competitive compensation and comprehensive wellness & benefits programs.

　　The Sr. Proposal & Project Engineer is responsible for supporting the Complex/High Spec Group in the Systems + Solutions -- Americas organization. In the Complex / High Spec Group the project engineer will have the cradle-to-grave responsibility for generating the solution, assisting with all selling efforts (in partnership with the CCs) and once secured, ensuring the successful completion of the project, including start-up and commissioning.

　　Main Responsibilities:

　　Preparation of accurate detailed technical and commercial proposals by interpreting clients requirements as described in enquiry requisition and project specifications, sizing the required equipment by undertaking process, thermal, electrical and mechanical designs, commenting on client's commercial and technical specifications with deviations being listed and comments made as appropriate, completing preliminary production schedules, data sheets, typical procedures and other bid documents and supporting the preparation of tender drawings as appropriate.To assist in the maintenance of an accurate and extensive cost data basePreparation of cost estimates sheets to define required scope and participating extensively in the cost estimation process to a level of accuracy such that exposure to overspend on contracts is minimized and developing selling price strategy to ensure that contacts are secured such that profit margins are maximized.Liaising with commercial risk manager and business manager to obtain and develop commentary on customer terms and conditions.Providing extensive and effective mentoring of design engineers on high and ultra-high vacuum applications and providing them with supporting materials.Responding accurately and promptly to clients technical and commercial queries after submission of proposals.Attending bid clarification meetings for detailed discussions with client discipline engineers and commercial staff and negotiation of final contract details including price, lead times, extent of liquidated damages and warranties together with other commercial details during or after such meetings.Once a project is secured, collaborate with the Systems + Solutions team, including project management, supply chain, design, planning and operations to establish all project deliverables including technical submittals, project scheduling, QA/QC plan, procurement plan, etc.Work with inside resources and outside engineering and design firms and resources to establish project requirements and drive all ensure accurate and timely delivery of all engineering and design requirements, including drawings, engineering calculations and analysis, electrical schematics, software development and detailed BOMs To provide adequate and timely support for any field work and on-site activities such as start-up of the equipment, commissioning and troubleshooting when required.Responsible for all project engineering activities, including detailed specification of all system components, ensuring adherence to all customer specifications and requirements, compliance with all industry standards and local regulations.Manage and maintain all required information within the appropriate ERP system(s). Drive towards strict budget goals, ensuring project margins meet or exceed margin expectations at time of quoting and contract assignmentManage change order process, collaborating with all internal stake olders, including the CC sales organization, leading all technical discussions, and supporting commercial negotiations.Collaborate with all project stakeholders including project management, Operations, Supply Management, Quality, Design Engineering and Finance to ensure successful completion, achieving on-time delivery within budget goals

　　Physical Demands and Work Environment:

　　The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

　　While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and outdoor weather conditions. The employee is at risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

　　While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use stairways to climb to multiple floors within office building, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands and fingers to type or dial, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and reach with hands and arms.

　　The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. This position requires frequent computer use. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

　　This position Up to 30% travel is required (includes international travel), often overnight or multiple days.

　　This position will have remote flexibility after training

　　LEYBOLD USA INC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer -- M/F/Disabled/Veteran

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　　Experience:

　　Education level

　　University degree (Bachelor/Masters) in Engineering or Physics.Relevant Previous experience

　　Result-oriented and experienced professional (5-10 years) with proven senior experience in rotating equipment industry, more specifically within the process industry (petrochemical, chemical, power, O&G)

　　Experience with vacuum technology and ability to engineer systems for multiple applications and industries is highly desired

　　Experience with wet and dry vacuum pump technology highly desired.

　　Extensive experience working with EPC's in both the quotation / proposal generation as well as project execution phases for complex systems involving multiple components such motors, drives, heat transfer technology, vessels, instrumentation, and controls is desired.

　　Related commercial and/or business development experience advantageous

　　Extensive experience working both the quotation / proposal generation as well as project execution phases for complex systems involving multiple components such motors, drives, heat transfer technology, vessels, instrumentation, and controls.

　　Ability to review and interpret complex specifications as well as lead all efforts within the organization and with major suppliers to offer technically advantageous solutions at a competitive price and within acceptable lead times. 

　　Related commercial and/o