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FANUC America Corporation Proposals Engineer in Rochester Hills, Michigan
At FANUC America Corporation we are passionate about our customers, our employees, and the work we perform. We maintain a workplace where individuals can be proud of, where talents are embraced, and results are encouraged and supported.
We are looking for talented people who value integrity, informed decision-making and collaboration. If you believe you are one of those talented people, and are interested in being considered for a career at FANUC America, we invite you to apply today!
As our new Proposals Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the quoting process on large customer projects, including developing proposals for a variety of robot applications and ensuring that the provided solutions are specific to each customer’s needs. You will gather the customers’ technical and commercial requirements and lead cross-functional groups to develop the strategy, cost basis, pricing, and written proposal for each assigned RFQ. In addition, you need to ensure that each proposal provides solutions to customers’ specific needs for general assembly and body shop robot applications, while exceeding customer expectations and driving overall project profitability.
Primary responsibilities will include:
Develop and manage the proposal development schedule
Coordinate and conduct engineering and proposal strategy meetings with Sales, Segments and Engineering
Develop cost grids that estimate material and labor costs
Develop and manage proposal documentation
Review and interpret customer specifications and technical drawings
Manage revisions, change requests and clarifications as required
Initiate strategies that lead to cost reduction and process improvements
Solicit quotes from FANUC America vendors
Facilitate project team kickoff meetings and effectively communicate quoted deliverables
Continually focus on cost down solutions and products working with Engineering and Project Management
Ideal candidate will have the following experience and education:
High School Diploma or GED Required
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field or equivalent experience
Experience working with suppliers (i.e. confirming lead times, cost analysis, etc.)
Passionate about Robotics industry
3+ years of experience in automation engineering with a basic knowledge of robotic applications including robot interface, programming, and process equipment integration and operation preferred
Exposure to the FANUC product line preferred
Prior experience in customer proposal development, customer specification review, and project grid creation preferred
We offer market competitive pay and benefits programs, as well as opportunities for advancement, knowledge and skill development, and recognition of individual achievements. In addition, we offer the following benefits to our employees:
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Program
Life Insurance
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Benefit Dollars
Generous Holiday & Vacation Program
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.