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Proposal Engineer Jobs in Chennai & Tamil Nadu

Proposal engineers turn tender enquiries into compliant, competitive techno-commercial offers. We recruit Proposal Engineers for 5 industries across Chennai and Tamil Nadu.

9openings

5industries

2–10 yrstypical experience

₹4.0–12 LPAindicative salary band

What a Proposal Engineer does

Study RFQs, tender specifications, datasheets and P&IDs
Prepare technical and commercial bids, deviations and clarifications
Obtain vendor quotes for bought-out items and compile cost sheets
Submit bids on e-procurement portals before deadlines
Hand over won orders to the project team with a clear kick-off file

Skills and tools employers ask for

Tender documentationMS Excel costingVendor RFQ managementTechnical writing

Proposal engineers are in demand at fabricators, EPC companies and package suppliers that bid for domestic and export tenders. Clear technical writing and accurate costing matter more than speed alone.

Industry-wise

Proposal Engineer jobs by industry

Fabrication & Heavy Engineering

Proposal Engineer – Process Equipment Packages

2 openings →

EPC & Project Contracting

Proposal Engineer – EPC Tenders

2 openings →

Water & Wastewater Treatment

Proposal Engineer – Water Treatment Tenders

1 openings →

Renewable Energy (Solar, Wind & Green Hydrogen)

Proposal Engineer – Renewable Energy Tenders

2 openings →

MEP, HVAC & Fire Protection

Proposal Engineer – MEP Tenders

2 openings →

Current Proposal Engineer openings

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ⓘThese openings show the roles Heron Consultancy recruits for. Vacancies change every week, so send your CV or write to hr@heronconsultancy.com and our consultants will confirm current openings that match your profile.

Fabrication & Heavy Engineering · 2

HC-FAB-114Full-time

Proposal Engineer – Process Equipment Packages

Client: an ASME U-stamp fabricator · Fabrication & Heavy Engineering

Location: Arcot, Ranipet
Experience: 6–8 yrs
Salary (indicative): ₹7.4–10.8 LPA
Discipline: Mechanical
Qualification: Diploma / B.E. Mechanical

Role details

Study RFQs, tender specifications, datasheets and P&IDs
Prepare technical and commercial bids, deviations and clarifications
Obtain vendor quotes for bought-out items and compile cost sheets
Submit bids on e-procurement portals before deadlines
Hand over won orders to the project team with a clear kick-off file

Skills: Tender documentation · MS Excel costing · Vendor RFQ management · Technical writing

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HC-FAB-119Full-time

Proposal Engineer – Process Equipment Packages

Client: a structural steel fabricator · Fabrication & Heavy Engineering

Location: Tiruvottiyur, Chennai
Experience: 5–9 yrs
Salary (indicative): ₹6.5–9.6 LPA
Discipline: Structural
Qualification: B.E. Civil / M.E. Structural

Role details

Study RFQs, tender specifications, datasheets and P&IDs
Prepare technical and commercial bids, deviations and clarifications
Obtain vendor quotes for bought-out items and compile cost sheets
Submit bids on e-procurement portals before deadlines
Hand over won orders to the project team with a clear kick-off file

Skills: Tender documentation · MS Excel costing · Vendor RFQ management · Technical writing

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EPC & Project Contracting · 2

HC-EPC-104Full-time

Proposal Engineer – EPC Tenders

Client: an oil & gas EPC company · EPC & Project Contracting

Location: Egmore, Chennai
Experience: 3–8 yrs
Salary (indicative): ₹4.8–7.1 LPA
Discipline: Mechanical
Qualification: Diploma / B.E. Mechanical

Role details

Study RFQs, tender specifications, datasheets and P&IDs
Prepare technical and commercial bids, deviations and clarifications
Obtain vendor quotes for bought-out items and compile cost sheets
Submit bids on e-procurement portals before deadlines
Hand over won orders to the project team with a clear kick-off file

Skills: Tender documentation · MS Excel costing · Vendor RFQ management · Technical writing

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HC-EPC-111Full-time

Proposal Engineer – EPC Tenders

Client: an industrial projects contractor · EPC & Project Contracting

Location: Manali, Chennai
Experience: 5–8 yrs
Salary (indicative): ₹6.5–8.8 LPA
Discipline: E&I
Qualification: B.E. EIE / ICE / EEE

Role details

Study RFQs, tender specifications, datasheets and P&IDs
Prepare technical and commercial bids, deviations and clarifications
Obtain vendor quotes for bought-out items and compile cost sheets
Submit bids on e-procurement portals before deadlines
Hand over won orders to the project team with a clear kick-off file

Skills: Tender documentation · MS Excel costing · Vendor RFQ management · Technical writing

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Water & Wastewater Treatment · 1

HC-WATER-106Contract

Proposal Engineer – Water Treatment Tenders

Client: an RO and ZLD systems supplier · Water & Wastewater Treatment

Location: Avinashi, Tiruppur
Experience: 6–8 yrs
Salary (indicative): ₹7.4–10.0 LPA
Discipline: Mechanical
Qualification: Diploma / B.E. Mechanical

Role details

Study RFQs, tender specifications, datasheets and P&IDs
Prepare technical and commercial bids, deviations and clarifications
Obtain vendor quotes for bought-out items and compile cost sheets
Submit bids on e-procurement portals before deadlines
Hand over won orders to the project team with a clear kick-off file

Skills: Tender documentation · MS Excel costing · Vendor RFQ management · Technical writing

Apply for this role

Renewable Energy (Solar, Wind & Green Hydrogen) · 2

HC-RENEW-104Full-time

Proposal Engineer – Renewable Energy Tenders

Client: a wind-farm O&M company · Renewable Energy (Solar, Wind & Green Hydrogen)

Location: Kovilpatti, Thoothukudi
Experience: 5–7 yrs
Salary (indicative): ₹6.5–10.0 LPA
Discipline: Electrical
Qualification: Diploma / B.E. EEE

Role details

Study RFQs, tender specifications, datasheets and P&IDs
Prepare technical and commercial bids, deviations and clarifications
Obtain vendor quotes for bought-out items and compile cost sheets
Submit bids on e-procurement portals before deadlines
Hand over won orders to the project team with a clear kick-off file

Skills: Tender documentation · MS Excel costing · Vendor RFQ management · Technical writing

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HC-RENEW-107Contract

Proposal Engineer – Renewable Energy Tenders

Client: a rooftop solar EPC firm · Renewable Energy (Solar, Wind & Green Hydrogen)

Location: Palladam, Tiruppur
Experience: 3–5 yrs
Salary (indicative): ₹4.8–8.1 LPA
Discipline: Civil
Qualification: Diploma / B.E. Civil

Role details

Study RFQs, tender specifications, datasheets and P&IDs
Prepare technical and commercial bids, deviations and clarifications
Obtain vendor quotes for bought-out items and compile cost sheets
Submit bids on e-procurement portals before deadlines
Hand over won orders to the project team with a clear kick-off file

Skills: Tender documentation · MS Excel costing · Vendor RFQ management · Technical writing

Apply for this role

MEP, HVAC & Fire Protection · 2

HC-MEP-101Full-time

Proposal Engineer – MEP Tenders

Client: an HVAC systems company · MEP, HVAC & Fire Protection

Location: Guindy, Chennai
Experience: 2–7 yrs
Salary (indicative): ₹4.0–6.8 LPA
Discipline: Mechanical
Qualification: Diploma / B.E. Mechanical

Role details

Study RFQs, tender specifications, datasheets and P&IDs
Prepare technical and commercial bids, deviations and clarifications
Obtain vendor quotes for bought-out items and compile cost sheets
Submit bids on e-procurement portals before deadlines
Hand over won orders to the project team with a clear kick-off file

Skills: Tender documentation · MS Excel costing · Vendor RFQ management · Technical writing

Apply for this role

HC-MEP-107Full-time

Proposal Engineer – MEP Tenders

Client: a data-centre builder · MEP, HVAC & Fire Protection

Location: Perungudi, Chennai
Experience: 2–5 yrs
Salary (indicative): ₹4.0–7.0 LPA
Discipline: Mechanical
Qualification: Diploma / B.E. Mechanical

Role details

Study RFQs, tender specifications, datasheets and P&IDs
Prepare technical and commercial bids, deviations and clarifications
Obtain vendor quotes for bought-out items and compile cost sheets
Submit bids on e-procurement portals before deadlines
Hand over won orders to the project team with a clear kick-off file

Skills: Tender documentation · MS Excel costing · Vendor RFQ management · Technical writing

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Frequently asked questions

What is the salary of a Proposal Engineer in Tamil Nadu?

Indicative bands on our desk run from about ₹4.0 to ₹12 lakh per annum depending on experience, industry and location. Actual offers are set by each employer.

Which industries hire Proposal Engineers?

We recruit Proposal Engineers for Fabrication & Heavy Engineering, EPC & Project Contracting, Water & Wastewater Treatment, Renewable Energy, MEP, HVAC & Fire Protection.

Where are Proposal Engineer jobs located?

Most openings are in Tiruppur, Guindy, Egmore, Perungudi, with roles across all Tamil Nadu districts.

How much experience is required?

Most Proposal Engineer roles we handle ask for 2 to 10 years, though some employers take trained freshers.