Eaton
Proposal Engineer - Electrical Project Operations
Eaton, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Proposal Engineer – Electrical Project Operations
Join Eaton in this role dedicated to supporting proposal needs for large and complex projects involving Electrical Energy Storage System (EESS) Project Operations, Microgrid, and Energy Transition initiatives.
What You’ll Do
Support proposals for the Central Region and requests from other locations including US national, as required
Vet and respond to requests from Project Operations Managers, NAS Sales, Utility & Other Reps, Channel Partners, EESS Market Segment Managers (Utility, Industrial, Government, Commercial)
Lead detailed technical and commercial proposal writing for all opportunities in the region and support other regions as needed
Support proposals related to large projects in segments such as Utility (distribution / transmission, generation/hydro/gas/coal), Switchgear modernization, Data Centers (Substation and Switchgear), Industrial (Switchgear upgrades and Control systems), and Government Projects
Assist team members with microgrid and energy transition turnkey projects
Travel as required for site‑visits, customer meetings and sales training meetings (typically one to three days maximum per trip)
Develop pricing and construction estimates via subcontractor scope development
Provide solutions beyond standard specifications to deliver greater customer value
Conduct detailed project specification analysis and review
Review equipment specifications and pricing
Develop Level I schedules for proposals
Understand and capture contract terms, conditions and risk with Regional Project Operations Managers
Present to customers via joint visits with various sales channels
Provide information to end‑users or other sales channels to educate and promote turnkey/complex project capabilities
Handle project hand‑off and support ongoing projects by capturing "Extras" on projects beyond the original specifications
Support monthly reporting of proposal activities to Project Operations
Engage in personal professional growth and development activities
Complete twenty (20) hours of recommended Eaton University classes from the TAS training program list, including all required annual safety training (EFC 0 or 1)
Contribute standardized proposal templates and develop/share pricing or other tools to improve TAS proposal efficiency
Qualifications
B.S. Engineering Degree (Electrical preferred) or Bachelors Degree in other areas with Engineering/Technical Experience of 5+ years as described in part B below
5+ years minimum electrical industry–related application engineering and proposal development experience with additional experience in electrical power systems, hydro/excitation, industrial and utility substation construction
Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position (no CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.)
Must be located in one of the states listed to be considered (Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Missouri, Pennsylvania, Kansas, New Jersey, New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, or Vermont). Active‑Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographic limitation
Preferred Qualifications
7+ years minimum electrical industry–related application engineering and proposal development experience with additional experience in electrical power systems, utility and/or industrial substation construction, and Switchgear projects
Experience with emerging technology and systems associated with microgrid / energy storage or renewable energy solutions
Experience with proposal development for all of Eaton's end markets (Utility, Industrial, Commercial, and Government)
Experience with government proposal procedures such as technical and price proposal separation, and government evaluation factors
Experience in writing and reviewing subcontractor work scopes and subcontractor agreements
Experience with risk evaluation and risk management
Estimating experience in substation, switchgear and electrical system installations
Field experience in electrical construction and system integration
Project scheduling experience
AutoCAD experience
Bidman experience (Eaton exclusive product)
Skills
Technical writing capabilities
Experience with proposal development in both private sector and government bids
Organizational and multi‑tasking capabilities
Presentation skillsProficient with Excel
Knowledge and understanding of best engineering practices for design of power distribution systems, automation systems, power management systems, human‑machine interface software, PLC programming, relay controls, cybersecurity, etc.
The application window for this position is expected to be open till 12/22/2025.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based on job‑related reasons irrespective of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Eaton believes in second‑chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws. You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
To request a disability‑related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call 1‑800‑836‑6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.
We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
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What You’ll Do
Support proposals for the Central Region and requests from other locations including US national, as required
Vet and respond to requests from Project Operations Managers, NAS Sales, Utility & Other Reps, Channel Partners, EESS Market Segment Managers (Utility, Industrial, Government, Commercial)
Lead detailed technical and commercial proposal writing for all opportunities in the region and support other regions as needed
Support proposals related to large projects in segments such as Utility (distribution / transmission, generation/hydro/gas/coal), Switchgear modernization, Data Centers (Substation and Switchgear), Industrial (Switchgear upgrades and Control systems), and Government Projects
Assist team members with microgrid and energy transition turnkey projects
Travel as required for site‑visits, customer meetings and sales training meetings (typically one to three days maximum per trip)
Develop pricing and construction estimates via subcontractor scope development
Provide solutions beyond standard specifications to deliver greater customer value
Conduct detailed project specification analysis and review
Review equipment specifications and pricing
Develop Level I schedules for proposals
Understand and capture contract terms, conditions and risk with Regional Project Operations Managers
Present to customers via joint visits with various sales channels
Provide information to end‑users or other sales channels to educate and promote turnkey/complex project capabilities
Handle project hand‑off and support ongoing projects by capturing "Extras" on projects beyond the original specifications
Support monthly reporting of proposal activities to Project Operations
Engage in personal professional growth and development activities
Complete twenty (20) hours of recommended Eaton University classes from the TAS training program list, including all required annual safety training (EFC 0 or 1)
Contribute standardized proposal templates and develop/share pricing or other tools to improve TAS proposal efficiency
Qualifications
B.S. Engineering Degree (Electrical preferred) or Bachelors Degree in other areas with Engineering/Technical Experience of 5+ years as described in part B below
5+ years minimum electrical industry–related application engineering and proposal development experience with additional experience in electrical power systems, hydro/excitation, industrial and utility substation construction
Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position (no CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.)
Must be located in one of the states listed to be considered (Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Missouri, Pennsylvania, Kansas, New Jersey, New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, or Vermont). Active‑Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographic limitation
Preferred Qualifications
7+ years minimum electrical industry–related application engineering and proposal development experience with additional experience in electrical power systems, utility and/or industrial substation construction, and Switchgear projects
Experience with emerging technology and systems associated with microgrid / energy storage or renewable energy solutions
Experience with proposal development for all of Eaton's end markets (Utility, Industrial, Commercial, and Government)
Experience with government proposal procedures such as technical and price proposal separation, and government evaluation factors
Experience in writing and reviewing subcontractor work scopes and subcontractor agreements
Experience with risk evaluation and risk management
Estimating experience in substation, switchgear and electrical system installations
Field experience in electrical construction and system integration
Project scheduling experience
AutoCAD experience
Bidman experience (Eaton exclusive product)
Skills
Technical writing capabilities
Experience with proposal development in both private sector and government bids
Organizational and multi‑tasking capabilities
Presentation skillsProficient with Excel
Knowledge and understanding of best engineering practices for design of power distribution systems, automation systems, power management systems, human‑machine interface software, PLC programming, relay controls, cybersecurity, etc.
The application window for this position is expected to be open till 12/22/2025.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based on job‑related reasons irrespective of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Eaton believes in second‑chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws. You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
To request a disability‑related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call 1‑800‑836‑6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.
We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
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