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Link Engineering Company (LINK) is a premier designer and manufacturer of precision test equipment, we specialize in developing customized solutions for Automotive, Aviation, Off-Highway, Rail, and Civil Engineering industries. We are headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, and maintain testing laboratories, manufacturing, and support facilities around the globe.
Established in 1935, we have been a family-owned company for generations, we treat our customers and employees as if they are part of our family. We set our employees up for success, as they are given constant opportunities to learn and develop new skills. As many of our team members have been with LINK for a generation or more, the LINK team is equipped with a wealth of knowledge, providing decades of hands-on experience and out-of-the-box thinking to OEM’s and suppliers everywhere.
We are looking for a talented Electrical Proposal Engineer you will be responsible for generating capital equipment sales proposals to include drawings, technical specifications and cost estimates.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the design of electrical and/or electromechanical systems
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience with integration of machine control systems, data acquisition systems, and/or PLC control logic

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Technical field experience is a plus
• Engineering and Technology – Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
• Ability to read/ understand electrical and mechanical drawings
• AutoCAD (or equivalent) knowledge
• Ability to prepare complex written reports and other documentation
• Basic knowledge of MS Office
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to walk.
• Ability to speak verbally and read in English.
• Ability to see with corrective lenses.
• Ability to hear.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, reach, hand-eye coordination, and manual dexterity.
• Ability to use a computer.
• Able to work evenings and/or weekends as required.
• Able to travel up to 10% domestically.

• Generate sales proposals: drawings (initial concept), technical specification, cost estimates
• Ensure customer requests are satisfied in the sales proposal. Attend customer meetings & conference calls as required
• Contract review (before order acceptance)
• Be the liaison between engineering and sales departments to ensure the success of all
• Review sales information and determine if there is sufficient information to prepare a proposal
• Distribute sales requests to other departments as required
• Ensure all sales requests are properly setup and tracked
• Evaluate performance against tracking log with metric analysis
• Report status of engineering sales requests to sales team
• Balance workload with various deliverables and due dates
• Ensure work is performed in a safe manner using all available safety equipment.
• All other related duties as assigned.
• Possess mental faculties consistent with performing the minimum requirements of the job.
• Adhere and perform all duties aligned with the core values of the LINK Group organization, Can-Do Attitude, Courage, Commitment, Humility and Accountability.