Commercial & Proposal Engineer at First Electric Power and Automation Services Limited

Role Summary

The Proposal Engineer will support the Commercial Operations team in the technical and commercial development of solar EPC, Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS), mini-grid, and power infrastructure proposals. This role combines engineering support, proposal writing, system sizing, commercial analysis, and tender documentation.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Proposal Development

• Support the design and sizing of solar PV, battery storage, and hybrid systems.
• Interpret load profiles and Bills of Quantities (BOQs).
• Prepare technical solution concepts.
• Commercial & Financial Support
• Prepare cost estimates, pricing sheets, and financial models (ROI/payback).
• Coordinate vendor sourcing and pricing validation.
• Assist with margin analysis.

Tender & Documentation Management

• Prepare RFQ/RFP responses and bid documentation.
• Maintain proposal templates and supporting documentation.
• Support post-award project handovers.

Coordination

• Work closely with sales, engineering, and procurement teams.
• Participate in technical clarification meetings.
• Coordinate with OEMs and technical partners.

Qualifications

•  Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Energy Engineering with a strong background in Electrical Engineering, system design, and technical analysis for renewable energy projects. 
• 2–5 years of experience in solar EPC, power systems, or proposal engineering. 
• Strong understanding of Solar PV, BESS, inverters, and electrical distribution. 
• Proficiency in Excel, Google Sheets, and PowerPoint. 
• AutoCAD and Helioscope/PVsyst proficiency is an added advantage. 
• Proficiency in proposal preparation and proposal writing to develop detailed and competitive technical and commercial documents. 
• Experience in sales, with the ability to collaborate with teams and tailor solutions to meet customer needs. 
• Knowledge of procurement processes and cost management for project materials. 
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail. 
• Familiarity with renewable energy systems and industry standards is an advantage. 

Compensation & Benefits

• Net salary range of ₦300,000 – ₦350,000
• HMO
• Pension
• 13th month salary