Sales & Proposal Engineer

Department: Sales & Project Department

Reporting to: Senior Sales & Project Manager

Overall Job Objectives

Responsible for preparing accurate technical, commercial, and cost proposals for Electrical, Automation, and other engineering solutions pursued by the Company.

Managing and coordinating awarded projects from contract award through engineering, procurement, manufacturing, testing, delivery, and commissioning to ensure successful project execution.

Serving as the primary interface between customers, suppliers, partners, and internal stakeholders to ensure project requirements are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contractual, technical, and quality expectations.

Core responsibilities

Review customer enquiries, specifications, drawings, and tender documents for electrical and automation projects.

Prepare technical and commercial proposals, including costing, budgeting, and risk assessment.

Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors.

Coordinate with Sales, Engineering, Procurement, Production, and Quality teams to ensure timely proposal submissions and project execution.

Serve as the primary customer contact for all technical, commercial, and project-related matters.

Manage awarded projects from contract award through delivery, ensuring compliance with contractual, technical, quality, and schedule requirements.

Monitor project progress, schedules, costs, and deliverables, and proactively address project risks and issues.

Coordinate technical submissions, documentation, inspections, testing, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), and commissioning activities where required.

Build and maintain effective relationships with customers, suppliers, partners, and internal stakeholders.

Support continuous improvement initiatives and perform other duties as assigned by management.

Job Specifications

Diploma or Degree in Electrical/Marine Engineering or related discipline.

Minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience in proposal or design electrical and automation solutions.

Knowledge of electrical power distribution and control systems.

Ability to interpret technical specifications, electrical drawings, and single-line diagrams.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams professionally.

Highly organised, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.

Self-motivated team player with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Leverage AI tools and technologies to enhance daily work processes, improve efficiency, and drive productivity.

• Entry-level candidates and fresh graduates are welcome.

CMR (Far East) Pte Ltd is a leader in the field of Marine Classified Motor Low Voltage Distribution, Control and Power Automation system provider for the Oil and Gas Industry. We deliver complete suites of switchboards rated at 690, 480 or 440 volts.