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Proposal Engineer - Aftermarket Equipment

Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 7/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/2/2026

At Air Products, we reimagine what's possible. By tapping into the motivation of our people and our collective experience, we create the ideas and innovations that drive us forward. When we come together - where every voice is heard and everyone knows they belong and matter - we create solutions that launch people into space, support lifesaving care in hospitals, and enable the construction of groundbreaking, world scale production facilities.


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We are seeking anProposal Engineer - Aftermarket Equipment to join our Rotoflow business, based in eitherHouston, TX or Bethlehem, PA, supporting global turbomachinery aftermarket opportunities. In this role, you will be responsible for developingtimely, accurate, and competitive proposalsthat support sales growth and customer satisfaction across a diverse global customer base. Travel for this position is expected to beup to 5% (domestic).

Rotoflow, an Air Products Business, is a global turbomachinery OEM delivering high-performance equipment and aftermarket services to customers in industrial gases, petrochemicals, and hydrocarbon markets. Our aftermarket capabilities include repairs, upgrades, reliability assessments, troubleshooting, and field services for both OEM and non-OEM equipment. This role sits at the intersection ofcommercial strategy and technical execution, working closely with Sales, Engineering, and Operations teams to develop winning solutions for customers.

If you enjoy collaborating across global teams, managing multiple proposals simultaneously, and balancing both technical and commercial priorities, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a high-impact, customer-facing role supporting critical industrial infrastructure.

What's In It for You:

At Air Products we foster a culture of inclusion where every voice is heard, and everyone feels they belong and matter. Additionally, we offer competitive pay and great benefits for our employees. Check out some of our benefits below!

  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance available day one of employment
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with immediate vesting of company match and core contributions
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
  • Paid parental leave
  • Adoption assistance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (medical, dependent daycare)
  • Health Savings Account
  • Life Insurance (AD&D), Supplemental AD&D
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Key Job Responsibilities:
  • Support the RFQ/RFP responses and bid management lifecycle process by developing accurate, timely, and competitive aftermarket turbomachinery equipment proposals
  • Participate in tendering activities for global customers in the Oil & Gas, LNG, and Industrial Gasses industries
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Engineering, and Operations to define scope, pricing, and delivery strategies
  • Manage multiple proposals concurrently while ensuring high-quality outputs and adherence to deadlines
  • Interpret customer requirements and technical specifications to create tailored solutions
  • Support commercial strategy through cost estimation, pricing analysis, and proposal optimization
  • Drive accountability across internal stakeholders to meet proposal commitments and timelines
  • Maintain clear communication with internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership
  • Continuously seek improvements in proposal processes, tools, and execution efficiency

Required Skills / Abilities:
  • Familiarity with industrial rotating equipment such as compressors or expandors
  • Experience with bid management, RFQ/RFP processes
  • Previous proposal management or cost estimating experience strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to be assertive, persistent, and hold others accountable
  • Strong organizational and administrative capabilities with attention to detail
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Experience with cost estimation tools
  • Experience with ERP/CRM systems such as SAP or Salesforce preferred
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the organization
  • Ability to lead meetings and manage complex discussions with cross-functional teams
  • English language proficiency (written and verbal) required
  • Ability to work effectively within global, cross-cultural teams
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage priorities with minimal supervision
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
  • Demonstrated initiative with an entrepreneurial mindset
Minimum Hiring Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent (Mechanical Engineering preferred)
  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in proposal management, engineering support, or cost estimating environments
  • High School Diploma or GED required (in addition to degree requirement)
Work Schedule & Environment:
  • Position may be based in Houston, TX or Bethlehem, PA
  • Hybrid work schedule (currently 4 days in-office; subject to change)
  • Up to 5% domestic and international travel required
  • Standard business hours, with flexibility as needed to support global teams

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Founded in 1940, Air Products is a world-leading industrial gases company and has a proud history of innovation, operational excellence, with an unwavering commitment to safety and environmental stewardship. Working together, we are taking our passion and diverse backgrounds forward to reimagine what's possible and generate a cleaner future for our customers, our communities, and the world.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.).You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.


Air Products is committed to working with and providing a reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail us at talent@airproducts.com. General application status inquiries are not answered by this mailbox rather you'll receive an e-mail directly from our Career Center and/or the Talent Acquisition Specialist.


Air Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.) All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Air Products is also committed to Employment Equity (Canada).
Individuals who may have an accommodation need related to applying for positions with Air Products in the U.S. and Canada, should contact Air Products at 1-800-966-2724, Option #1.

 

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