About the role

Mechanical Proposal Engineer at ANDRITZ Canada, contributing to hydroelectric turbine submissions and ensuring technical competitiveness. Collaborating with experts to deliver comprehensive project proposals.

Responsibilities

Identify technical constraints and requirements based on client specifications and the company's design practices.
Define the complete technical proposal including costs for supply, transport, engineering, and quality assurance, and prepare the technical documentation.
Establish the procurement plan with support from the estimator.
Develop the project schedule with support from the planner.
Perform preliminary design of turbine layouts and components for the proposal.
Prepare tender documents for the various turbine components and site services to send to suppliers.
Negotiate with key suppliers, in collaboration with the cost estimator for proposals.
Play a key role in preparing the winning strategy for the technical proposal, validate it as an appropriate strategy, and ensure team members follow it.
Lead and challenge assigned engineering resources who will execute the turbine design for the proposal.
Ensure technical risk analysis is completed and that necessary actions/exceptions are included in the proposal.
Conduct technical negotiations with the client to support the submission.

Bilingualism - French and English (required)
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
Minimum 5 years' experience in hydroelectric power plants (primarily turbines)
Knowledge of technical aspects of hydroelectric equipment; commercial/business knowledge is an asset
Design experience (hydroelectric turbine experience is an asset)
Field experience in assembly/installation of hydro turbine-generator units is an asset
Project management skills - able to manage multiple complex tasks on a daily basis
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in a multi-stakeholder environment
Demonstrated leadership qualities in team settings
Excellent problem-solving skills, sound judgment, initiative, and creativity.