Proposals / Sales Engineer – Power Generation

Professional Recruitment Partners

  • Cape Town, Western Cape
  • R63,000-65,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 days ago
JOB SPECIFICATIONPosition Title: Proposals / Sales Engineer – Power GenerationLocation: Cape Town? Total CTC (Cost to Company): Approximately R63,000.00 – R65,000.00 per month(*Exact amount may vary based on medical aid plan and individual benefit selections*)Main Purpose of the PositionThe primary responsibility of this role is to formulate quotations and tenders related to power generation products, services, and technologies. The position requires a solid grasp of both technical and commercial aspects to ensure accurate, competitive, and compliant submissions.Key Duties and Responsibilities
  • Prepare and compile tenders, quotations, and costing schedules.
  • Ensure proposals align with company and customer commercial terms and conditions.
  • Review customer specifications for compliance (technical and commercial).
  • Gather and organize all required returnable documents and attachments for tender submissions.
  • Perform cost calculations to determine project margins and selling prices; confirm stock availability.
  • Liaise with customers, internal branches, and business units regarding tender-related matters.
  • Formulate suitable technical and commercial solutions to meet customer requirements.
  • Ensure inclusion of current and relevant technical documentation in proposals.
  • Regularly source updated pricing from internal teams and preferred suppliers for accurate costing.
  • Assist Business Development with technical clarifications and assess design complexity.
  • Review and interpret Single Line Diagrams (SLDs) for quotation purposes.
  • Summarize tender information for internal evaluation.
  • Conduct site inspections, when required, to gather the necessary details for accurate tender preparation.
Customer Engagement
  • Respond to technical queries from both internal and external clients.
  • Provide technical support and guidance to customers.
  • Follow up on the status and outcomes of submitted tenders and quotations.
  • Engage in pre-order negotiations with clients.
  • Represent the company at trade shows and support product launches.
  • Build and maintain strong customer relationships while identifying new business opportunities.
General / Administrative
  • Perform general sales and quotation-related administrative tasks.
  • Identify opportunities for improvement in internal systems and proposal processes.
  • Provide product training to internal staff and external clients as needed.
Qualifications and Experience (Recommended)
  • National Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field (preferred).
  • Experience in proposals or technical sales within the power generation sector.
  • Solid knowledge of costing, tenders, and technical documentation processes.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and Single Line Diagrams.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and client engagement skills.

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