Proposal Engineering Manager

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Job Summary

Flex intends to spin off its Cloud and Power Infrastructure segment into a new, independent publicly traded company, Axiom, with the spin planned for Q1 2027. If the intended spin occurs, this role will support Axiom, a company focused on critical digital infrastructure and delivering end-to-end power and thermal management solutions for AI data centers and other mission-critical applications.

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Proposal Engineering Manager located in Dallas, TX.

Reporting to the Director of Estimating, the Proposal Engineering Manager will play a key leadership role in expanding Crown Technical Systems' estimating capabilities in the rapidly growing data center market. This individual will build and lead a local estimating team, drive proposal strategy for complex power distribution projects, and partner closely with executive leadership to support continued business growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong estimating professional who wants to transition into broader leadership responsibilities while helping shape processes, build a team, and influence the future direction of a growing organization.

What a typical day looks like

• Serve as the local estimating leader for a growing Dallas operation, helping establish team structure, best practices, and long-term organizational capability.
• Prepare and oversee bid recommendations, BOMs, pricing strategies, and risk assessments to senior leadership for approval, ensuring delivery of accurate proposals under tight deadlines across multiple concurrent opportunities.
• Review RFQs, customer specifications, and contract documents to define scope, assess feasibility, and ensure technically and commercially compliant quotations.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Engineering, Operations, and Purchasing to enhance competitiveness, alignment, and customer satisfaction.
• Implement and improve estimating tools, SOPs, and KPIs, leveraging market insights, closed-loop feedback, and lessons learned to optimize accuracy and performance.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred. 5
• 5+ years of experience in estimating, proposal management, project engineering, project management, or related technical roles within electrical equipment, power systems, industrial manufacturing, utility, EPC, or data center industries.
• Prior leadership, team lead, mentorship, or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience estimating switchgear, control panels, e-houses, power distribution systems, substations, modular data centers, or similar engineered-to-order products is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of project costing, pricing strategy, contract review, risk management, and margin analysis.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and customer technical requirements.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
• Self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced growth environment..

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What you'll receive for the great work you provide

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

Application Deadline

Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.

Job Posting Start Date 10-19-2026 Job Posting End Date

Job Category

Global Procurement & Supply Chain

Relocation: Not eligible

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

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