Installation Proposal Engineer

Job Description :

The Installation Proposal Engineer gives their contribution at both stages of tender of Power Cable Systems and during project execution. The major contribution is focused on the tender phase of the project.

At tender stage the main activities are the following:

• Knowledge of the cable market in terms of Customers, Competitors and Subcontractors
• Careful examination of the tender documentation, in particular the technical specifications
• Examination, when present, of the survey data of the installation are provided by the Customer
• Elaboration of a technical solution in accordance with above requisites
• Internal discussions within Installation Engineering and other Departments, as required, on the chosen solution
• Participation to clarifications meetings both internal and with Customer during tender preparation
• Site visits, if necessary, to understand logistic aspects of the job, check feasibility of solutions, contacting potential subcontractors, e.g. for civil works, etc.
• Preparation and issuing of technical specifications (RFQ) for the potential subcontractors
• Examination, in collaboration with purchasing dept., of the received proposals from potential subcontractors from different points of views: technical, economical and for scheduling/timing of the work
• Discussions with Subcontractors with the aim of clarifying offers and aligning them to Prysmian/Customer requirements
• Fine-tuning of the final solution in agreement/cooperation with all the relevant Departments such as: System Design Engineering, Sales, Purchasing, Logistic, legal, HSE, Quality, Project Management.
• Elaboration of the Installation Costs, assessing and quantification of risks associated to installation activities.
• Preparation of the Technical Description of the Work and the documentation requested by the Customer with regard to Installation matters.
• Assembly and preparation of the Plan of Work with regard to the installation activities and provision of the necessary input to planners for the assembly of the overall POW.
• Participation, when required, to negotiations and clarification meetings with the Customer after the presentation of the proposal.
• Revisions, as necessary, of the tender package as a result of negotiations, change of Customer requests, etc.
• Compliance with internal rules and procedures during the entire process

At contractual stage the main activities are the following:

• Participation to internal Kick Off Meeting(s)
• Transmittal, to the project team and Departments involved in the project execution phase, of the relevant information, such as:
  • Costs
  • Qualifications and assumptions
  • Technical documentation
  • Plan Of Work
  • Other relevant information
• Participation to internal clarification meetings with the relevant departments
• Technical Assistance when required, but especially during the first period between the Contract Signature and the execution phase, to the relevant Departments
• Participation, when required but especially during the first period between the Contract Signature and the execution phase, to meetings with the Customer and/or Subcontractors.
• Involvement during project stages with the aim of helping assessing potential changes since the tender stage in terms of technical solution, contractual issues, risks, costs changes and the final collection of Lessons Learnt to be implemented in other tendering processes.

Job Requirement:

• Degree in Engineering or other relevant technical disciplines.
• Prefer candidates have experience in same or similar role and area.
• Good to have Knowledge of / experience in the submarine cable installation world coming from operative or engineering roles.
• Good to have Experience in proposal engineering activities such as costing, planning, subcontracting, technical proposal preparation, negotiation possibly relevant to marine installation or at least in other areas.
• Fluent in English, written and spoken.
• Curious and eager to quickly learn and get involved to improve autonomy.
• Precise, proactive, problem solving and target oriented.
• Capacity to understand and conceptualizes complexity into concise frameworks
• Pragmatic, flexible, capable to set and to handle and adapt to the priorities.
• Flexibility and capability to manage changes during the work.
• Good relationship approach and team working capability.
• Knowledge and familiarity with of all basic and common software like Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, AutoCAD, and in the use of the Web.
• Availability to short but possibly frequent trips, domestic and abroad.
• In case of experienced candidate, at least fulfilling one of the requirements below in the added-value requirements list.

Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.

All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

About Us

Prysmian is a global cabling solutions provider leading the energy transition and digital transformation. By leveraging its wide geographical footprint and extensive product range, its track record of technological leadership and innovation, and a strong customer base, the company is well-placed to capitalise on its leading positions and win in new, growing markets. Prysmian’s business strategy perfectly matches key market drivers by developing resilient, high-performing, sustainable and innovative cable solutions in the segments of Transmission, Power Grid, Electrification and Digital Solutions. Prysmian is a public company listed on the Italian Stock Exchange, with almost 150 years of experience, about 30,000 employees, 108 plants and 26 R&D centres in over 50 countries, and sales of over €15 billion in 2023.