Advance Bid Engineer - Grid Automation (US)

A Snapshot of Your DaySiemens Energy Inc – Grid Automation is searching for an Advanced Bid Engineer to work with a passion for customer engagement and satisfaction.This is an outstanding opportunity to join a strong team offering the best Grid Automation solutions in the market. The Bid Engineer will support proposals activity for Grid Automation Solutions in a global environment and report directly to Director Tender Management. The role will require close coordination and teamwork with Business Development / Sales / Application Engineering resources globally during the acquisition phase of assigned projects.Preferred work location: FloridaHow You’ll Make an ImpactThe top candidate will perform by effectively executing on key strategies and activities to include:

Create proposals for EPC’s and end customer within field of Protection and Control system in HV and MV substations and control center including hardware and software scope of supply.

Ensure assurance of the preparation of the proposals in high quality and in timeline with the customer requirements.

Analyze customer technical specifications to better understand aspects of the product and solutions.

Close collaboration and coordination with technical experts within team locally and overseas.

Develop, edit, and write original proposal responses and other sales-related documents.

Develop and maintain thorough knowledge of assigned industry structure, applications, terminology, trends, and issues.

Discover and understand customer’s primary business goals, operations, challenges, and requirements.

Validate and endorse the technical aspects of the solution offered in the bid.

Display a high level of critical thinking in bringing successful resolution to high-impact, complex, and/or multi-functional problems.

Understand the Transmission Utility market as it relates to customer requirements, opportunities, and competition.

What You Bring

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or Control System Engineering or related field.

5 or more years of bid experience in substation control and protection system in energy transmission and distribution. Candidates with more experience can be considered for a higher level or vice-versa.

Strong understanding of the power distribution / transmission market and technologies, mainly in protection and control and HMI solutions, SCADA and Cybersecurity.

Prior EPC experience.

Experience working with the utility industry preferred.

Demonstrated business insight in balancing customer and business requirements, i.e., financials strategic and tactical thinking etc.

Ability to help put together multiple technical proposals concurrently.

Effective technical and business communication and presentation skills (both verbal and written). Analytical, customer centric, approach with proven results.

Inherent ability to work effectively and provide leadership in a team environment.

Efficiency in organization and time management skills to succeed in a fast-paced environment.

Travel up to 20% locally and internationally.

Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.

About the TeamOur Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.Who is Siemens Energy?At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. We meet the growing energy demand across 90+ countries while ensuring our climate is protected. With more than 94,000 dedicated employees, we not only generate electricity for over 16% of the global community, but we’re also using our technology to help protect people and the environment.Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideoOur Commitment to DiversityLucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.Rewards/Benefits

Career growth and development opportunities

Supportive work culture and a healthy work- life balance

Flexible work environment with flex hours, telecommuting and digital workspaces.

Competitive total rewards package

Flexible benefits and savings programs

Rewarding vacation entitlement with the opportunity to buy and sell vacation

Parental leave

Profit sharing

Contribute to our social responsibility initiatives

Diversity and inclusivity focused

https://jobs.siemens-energy.com/jobs#li-cdsEqual Employment Opportunity StatementSiemens Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or locallaw.