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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in proposal management and applications engineering within industrial water treatment, with a strong focus on Ultrapure Water systems. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, develop strategic client-focused solutions, and manage complex proposals effectively.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Proposal ManagementApplications EngineeringUltrapure Water SystemsProject ManagementStakeholder Engagement
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Hard Skills
Proposal DevelopmentRFP PlanningRisk MitigationContract ManagementPricing FrameworksDesign-Build Delivery MethodsProject ExecutionCompliance ReviewPerformance TrackingStrategic Planning
Soft Skills
Excellent Organizational SkillsStrong LeadershipInnovative Problem-SolvingEffective CommunicationRelationship Building
Industry Keywords
Industrial Water TreatmentHigh-Purity Water SystemsSemiconductor ClientsMicroelectronicsCross-Functional Collaboration
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Guide and drive a bid team to create winning, executable solutions in partnership with the sales team
- Engage throughout the sales cycle from lead qualification to contract signature and project handover
- Lead bid teams across Application Engineering, Process Design, Sourcing, Contract Management, and related functions
- Lead end-to-end proposal development from RFP planning through final submission
- Facilitate strategy discussions, kick-off meetings, and regular rhythm calls
- Develop and maintain schedules and responsibility assignments for proposal requirements
- Conduct compliance reviews of proposal materials against RFP/RFQ requirements
- Track proposal performance, capture lessons learned, and implement improvements
- Structure system solutions and develop technical and commercial strategy, scope, execution model, construction partner qualification, and pricing
- Identify, evaluate, prioritize, and develop risk mitigation and opportunity strategies
- Prepare information and present during leadership reviews
- Assist the Sales team with client interaction and negotiation
- Build relationships with cross-functional stakeholders across Projects, Services, and Chemical Solutions & Monitoring
- Analyze and adjust strategy based on new data and feedback
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering preferred
- 8+ years of proposal management, applications engineering, or project management experience within industrial water treatment
- Direct familiarity in Ultrapure Water (UPW), high-purity water systems, or water systems serving semiconductor / microelectronics clients
- Demonstrable track record in customer-facing roles, influencing and negotiating solutions and structures
- Excellent organizational skills
- Experience managing complex, multi-volume proposals
- Familiarity with design-build and progressive design-build delivery methods
- Experience identifying and mitigating business risks
- Fluency in English, both written and verbal
- Strategic mindset to develop client-focused value propositions
- Ability to build trusted cross-functional relationships and engage effectively with stakeholders
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Working knowledge of contract structures and pricing frameworks
- Ability to manage competing priorities with strong organizational discipline and effective time management
- Strong leadership, facilitation, and motivational capabilities
- Strong understanding of project execution
- Innovative problem-solving ability in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
- Ability to rapidly assess competitive landscapes and translate strategic direction into actionable plans
- Must be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor U.S. work authorization
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1
- 401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching
- Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Parental Leave
- AD&D Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement