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Proposal Engineer (Water Treatment)

We are looking for a Proposal Engineer to join a leading water treatment solutions provider. This role is responsible for reviewing tender requirements, preparing process designs, and developing cost-effective technical and commercial proposals. You will work closely with internal engineering teams, suppliers, and customers to deliver competitive, high-quality proposals that meet client specifications and project requirements.

Mandatory Skill(s)

  • Degree in Environmental or Chemical Engineering;
  • Must have prior experience in water or wastewater treatment design/proposals;
  • Must have knowledge of Filtration, UF, RO, EDI, SRU, MBBR, MBR processes;
  • Must have strong costing, documentation, and coordination skills;
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Desirable Skill(s)

  • Experience with P&ID and GA drawings;
  • Familiarity with mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation components;
  • Knowledge of tender procedures and bid strategies.

Responsibilities

  • Review tender specifications and customer requirements to develop process designs and system configurations;
  • Prepare competitive technical and commercial proposals in line with client and project needs;
  • Obtain and evaluate quotations from vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors;
  • Work closely with internal engineering teams to clarify technical matters and ensure proposal accuracy;
  • Support Business Development in formulating winning bid strategies;
  • Maintain effective communication with customers for clarifications and post-submission follow-ups;
  • Upon award, review purchase orders or contracts to verify scope, compliance, and deliverables;
  • Stay updated on emerging water treatment technologies and best practices to enhance proposal quality and competitiveness.

If you are interested in this role, click on the “Apply to this job” button below or you could also write in with your CV to Sarah Sevilla at sarah.s@sciente.com quoting the job title.

Sarah Sevilla
Talent Acquisition Consultant