Technical Proposal Writer - Manufacturing Job at Komline in Rockford

As a pioneering leader in advanced separation technologies, Komline has established a global reputation for engineering excellence. Through our combination of innovative design, cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities, and decades of industry experience, we consistently deliver the highest quality equipment from our integrated manufacturing facilities. Serving our core markets of Water & Process, Agricultural & Renewables, and Industrials, we pride ourselves on providing comprehensive separation solutions precisely tailored to our clients' requirements. With a strong track record of strategic growth and acquisitions, Komline continues to expand its solution portfolio and technical capabilities while maintaining our commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction.
Recognized as the leader in providing the highest quality coolant filtration products and services, we proudly serve the US automotive, aerospace, agriculture, and general machine tool industries. Uniquely positioned in our ability to produce large central systems for an entire plant down to individual filters for a single cutting machine on the floor, our proprietary filtration and cooling technologies come second to none.
The Estimator, Inside Sales Applications Engineer (Inside Sales) will collaborate closely with the sales team to comprehend customer needs, provide cost estimation, recommendation of appropriate solutions, and develop detailed technical proposals for customized machining solutions.
Responsibilities:

Prepare accurate cost estimates and comprehensive written quotes for products
Perform preliminary system sizing quotations of custom machinery including filter tank volumes, pump sizing, and temperature control units
Contact suppliers to obtain key component pricing
Accompany Sales Representatives to customer sites to gather detailed project information
Utilize technical knowledge to clarify terminology and supply or obtain missing information from Sales Representatives
Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to incorporate their inputs into quotations and coordinate pricing for proposals
Assist in creating proposal drawings as needed
Conduct special projects such as market studies, product analysis, marketing communications, and promotional activities
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and 5+ years of experience in machine cost estimating or equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrated skills in mechanical design, including knowledge of mechanical systems and principles
Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite; Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience with drafting software such as AutoCAD
Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve detailed issues
Ability to prioritize competing priorities to meet expectations of stakeholders
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to travel up to 10%
Nice to Have's:

Experience with Salesforce
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP
Equal Opportunity Statement:

Komline is an EEO Employer- M/F/Vets/Disabled

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