SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for providing quotations and supporting calculations for Electrical/Controls modernization projects, for Schuler and Non Schuler products, in a timely manner, including the compilation of the scope of work, associated costs and lead-times.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive RFQ from regional sales team and review.
• Discusses project scope with the Regional Sales Manager and customer if necessary, to ensure a complete understanding of the scope of work.
• Visit customer with Regional Sales Manager to review site and discuss RFQ when necessary.
• Propose and present alternative solutions, if appropriate, and agree scope of work to be quoted.
• For budgetary quotations review historical database and identify prior quotes that can be used for reference.
• Discuss and agree sourcing strategy for SOW with Director of Service Sales
• Develop technical solution in line with customers RFQ, with input from Engineering, Field service, Affiliates and Suppliers.
• Review electrical circuit diagrams and BOM’s to identify components to be replaced or upgraded.
• Write technical description for quotation that satisfies customers RFQ and all local regulations, and clearly describes our scope of supply.
• Provide calculation, timing plan and manpower estimate with input from Engineering, Field service, Affiliates, Purchasing and Project Management.
• Reviews the quotation and project calculation with the Director of Service Sales and agree quoted price.
• Ensure that the signature rights policy is followed prior to release of quotation for approval.
• Support regional sales manager in presenting the quotation to the customer including customer visits where necessary.
• Support regional sales manager with technical presentations on Schuler service products.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• Minimum of 5 years experience as an Electrical/Controls Engineer with a Press Manufacturer or Press service company.
• SAP Experience would be an advantage
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office
• Possess strong analytical aptitude.
• Possess strong technical report writing skills
• Customer focused.
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and to work in dynamic business environment; Adaptable to change
• Self-motivated and results oriented; Ability to use judgement and make decisions independently.
• Teamwork oriented to resolve problems and achieve goals
• Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills
• Fluent in English with advanced reading and writing skills
• German and/or Portuguese Language skills would be a plus.
• Visa holders/English as Second Language (ESL) individuals must take TOEFL exam and score above passing grade.