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Lead Proposal Engineer

5 days ago São Paulo, Brazil

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a Lead Proposal Engineer to lead the development of complex technical and commercial proposals for Network Control solutions, including SCADA, EMS, GMS, ADMS, DERMS, and OMS platforms, supporting generation, transmission, distribution, and system operator customers across Latin America and other global markets.

In this role, you will work on strategic opportunities, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and executive stakeholders to build competitive, innovative, and winning proposals.

How you'll make an impact:

  • Lead the analysis of RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs for complex projects in the power and energy sector.
  • Develop proposal strategies considering scope, risks, costs, schedules, and competitiveness.
  • Coordinate the preparation of technical and commercial proposals, as well as qualification documents.
  • Collaborate closely with global Engineering, Operations, Sales, and Finance teams.
  • Conduct risk assessments, proposal reviews, and Go/No-Go processes.
  • Consolidate cost estimates, pricing strategies, and supplier quotations.
  • Support technical and commercial negotiations with customers and internal stakeholders.
  • Ensure a structured handover of information to execution teams following contract award.

Your background:

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Automation, Power Systems Engineering, or related fields.
  • Experience in the development and execution of technical and commercial proposals for SCADA, EMS, GMS, ADMS, DMS, OMS, DERMS, or other digital solutions applied to the power industry would be considered a strong advantage.
  • Experience with tendering processes, technical and commercial requirement analysis, and risk management.
  • Knowledge of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools applied to proposal development and support activities.
  • Advanced English and intermediate Spanish.

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Client-provided location(s): São Paulo, Brazil, Buenos Aires, Argentina, Santiago, Chile, Bogota, Colombia
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-206989
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-07-21T23:47:41

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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