Proposal Engineering & Bidding Engineer Diesel Generator

Role & responsibilities

1. Proposal Management & Tendering

• Review and analyze customer RFQs, RFPs, tender specifications, technical schedules, and contractual

documents.

• Understand project scope, customer requirements, compliance obligations, and commercial conditions.
• Prepare complete techno-commercial proposals for global Data Center projects within defined

timelines.

• Develop compliance matrices, technical deviation lists, scope clarification documents, and bid

summaries.

• Ensure all proposal submissions are technically accurate, commercially competitive, and aligned with

customer requirements.

• Support internal bid review meetings and approval processes.

2. Technical Proposal Engineering

• Prepare technical solutions and documentation for:
• Diesel Generator Sets
• Medium Voltage (MV) & Low Voltage (LV) systems
• Generator synchronization and paralleling systems
• Fuel storage and fuel management systems
• Day tanks and bulk fuel systems
• Acoustic enclosures and attenuation solutions
• Exhaust piping and emission control systems
• Containerized and modular power systems
• SCADA/BMS/DCIM integration
• Perform preliminary sizing calculations and technical evaluations based on project requirements.
• Coordinate with engineering teams for:
• Load calculations
• Single Line Diagrams (SLD)
• Layout reviews
• Equipment selection
• Redundancy configurations (N+1 / 2N / distributed redundant systems)
• Ensure compliance with:
• Uptime Institute Tier III & Tier IV requirements
• TIA-942
• IEC / ISO / NFPA standards
• Local electrical and environmental regulations
• Emission norms and acoustic requirements

3. Commercial & Costing Activities

• Prepare cost estimates, pricing sheets, and commercial summaries.
• Coordinate with suppliers, OEMs, and subcontractors for technical and commercial quotations.
• Conduct techno-commercial evaluation of vendor offers.
• Support pricing strategy development while maintaining profitability and competitiveness.
• Assist in identifying value engineering opportunities and cost optimization solutions.
• Participate in risk assessment and commercial review processes.

4. Coordination & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with:
• Sales & Business Development teams
• Engineering & Design departments
• Procurement & Supply Chain
• Manufacturing teams
• Project Management & Execution teams
• Regional offices and global stakeholders
• Maintain proposal documentation, bid trackers, lessons learned databases, and standard templates.
• Ensure proper version control and documentation management during bid stages.

5. Customer & Vendor Interaction

• Support technical discussions with customers, consultants, EPC contractors, and Data Center operators.
• Participate in bid clarification meetings, technical workshops, and customer presentations.
• Coordinate with global OEMs and technology partners for optimized technical solutions.
• Support post-bid clarification activities and contract handover to execution teams.

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelors Degree in:
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Power Engineering
• or related discipline
• 3–8 years of relevant experience in:
• Proposal Engineering
• Bid Management
• Diesel Generator systems
• Critical power infrastructure
• Data Center projects
• EPC or industrial power projects
• Experience preparing technical and commercial proposals for large infrastructure or mission-critical

projects.

Preferred Experience

Candidates with the following experience will be highly preferred:

• Experience with Data Center backup power systems
• Exposure to hyperscale or colocation Data Center projects
• Experience working with DG OEMs or EPC contractors
• Knowledge of generator synchronization systems and power management controls
• Familiarity with global tendering practices and international project execution
• Exposure to projects in North America, Europe, Middle East, Africa, or APAC regions

Technical Competencies

Strong understanding of:

• DG sizing and load analysis
• Generator paralleling and synchronization
• Critical power systems
• UPS integration concepts
• MV/LV switchgear systems
• Fuel systems and fuel autonomy calculations
• Acoustic and emission compliance
• Redundancy and reliability concepts for Data Centers
• Mission-critical infrastructure standards

Software & Tools Knowledge

Preferred exposure to:

• AutoCAD
• Microsoft Office Suite

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Proposal writing and documentation expertise
• Commercial awareness and costing understanding
• Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously
• Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
• Attention to detail and deadline management

Personal Attributes

• Self-driven and proactive mindset
• Strong team player with collaborative approach
• Customer-focused and solution-oriented
• Ability to work in fast-paced international environments
• Adaptability to multiple global project requirements and timelines

Travel Requirements

• Domestic and international travel may be required for:
• Customer meetings
• Technical discussions
• Factory visits
• Bid clarification meetings
• Industry events and exhibitions