Technical Proposal Engineer

Job Description

We seek a Technical Proposal Engineer for our procurement team to support tender responses as we grow. This role requires active teamwork and engagement. Working hours are 4PM-1AM PST in the Karachi office to coordinate with onsite and offshore colleagues.

This hybrid role blends technical understanding with strategic sourcing. The candidate should be able to interpret engineering documents, assess compliance, and support proposal submissions with the team. You will manage complex procurements for electrical, mechanical, IT, and industrial systems, ensuring all requirements meet client RFPs and tenders.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and interpret Requests for Proposals (RFPs), technical specifications, and schematics to establish comprehensive procurement requirements.
• Identify, assess, and source products, components, and systems that meet technical compliance standards from global suppliers.
• Develop and manage compliance matrices, equipment data sheets, and detailed technical narratives for proposal submissions.
• Recommend alternative or equivalent components that satisfy performance and compliance criteria.
• Collaborate with the proposal management team and technical subject matter experts to create complete and compliant bid responses.
• Confirm part compatibility and compliance by liaising with manufacturers and distributors.
• Support pricing analysis and lead-time evaluations during proposal development.
• Maintain systematic records of sourcing documentation, compliance validations, and all related correspondence.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (required)
• MBA or additional coursework in procurement, supply chain, or contract management (preferred)
• 2+ years in technical sourcing, proposal development, or engineering procurement

Technical Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to accurately read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical datasheets
• Exceptional technical writing skills for preparing compliance matrices and proposal documentation
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, PDF authoring tools, and remote collaboration platforms
• Solid understanding of Windows 11 with preferred experience in general IT troubleshooting

Soft Skills:

• Excellent English communication (written and verbal)
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Detail-driven, focused on accuracy and quality

Shift & Location

• Shift: 4 PM – 1 AM PST (EU/US overlap hours)
• Location: Clifton, Karachi Office
• Travel: Up to 10% (Islamabad, Dubai, and regional supplier visits). Must maintain a valid passport and able to obtain visa.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a growing international procurement and proposal team serving clients globally.
• Collaborate directly with experienced technical and proposal professionals.
• Gain global facing exposure to engineering-grade procurement and compliance processes.
• Opportunity for long-term growth and cross-functional development.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining:

• Experience in technical procurement or proposal support
• Knowledge of industrial RFPs or public sector tenders
• Projects involving sourcing or validating technical equivalent
• Must complete 'Applicant Question' section included.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From Rs100,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Scenario-Based Ethics

A vendor offers a personal gift in exchange for selecting their quote. What should you do?

• You receive an RFP that specifies an electrical motor model that’s obsolete. How would you identify a replacement and document compliance?
• You’re reviewing a wiring schematic for an assembly requested in a government tender. You notice a mismatch between the specified connector type and voltage rating. What would you do?
• A supplier insists their product “meets or exceeds” the RFP requirements but won’t share detailed datasheets. How do you proceed?
• You are assigned to contribute to a proposal due in 48 hours. The technical documentation from multiple suppliers is incomplete. What’s your immediate plan?
• In Microsoft Excel, which function would you use to automatically highlight overdue RFQ responses?
• You receive 100+ line BOM with mixed IT and mechanical components. Some part descriptions are ambiguous (e.g., “mounting kit - standard”). How would you approach this task?

Work Location: In person