Pre Sales Engineer
Core
Evaluate customer RFQs, develop accurate costing models, manage quotations, and monitor margins to support sales and order execution.
Role type
Pre-Sales Engineer (Commercial & Costing)
Builds
Commercial proposals, cost estimates, and profitability analyses for custom assemblies
Domain
Manufacturing / Supply Chain
Required skills
RFQ evaluation, cost modeling, BOM analysis, supplier negotiation, contract review, receivables management, variance analysis, commercial reporting
Preferred skills
Pricing strategy, value engineering, cash flow optimization, stakeholder communication
Technologies
ERP systems, costing software, spreadsheet tools
Responsibilities
Review customer RFQs and tender requirements; coordinate with Engineering, Procurement, and Supply Chain for accurate costing; prepare competitive price buildups and quotations; validate purchase orders against commercial agreements; monitor receivables and payment collections; analyze cost variances and recommend optimization; generate commercial reports and insights.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC