Proposal Engineering Manager

Crown Technical Systems, a Flex Company, is a leader in power distribution and protection systems concentrating on sophisticated, state-of-the-art relay and control panels, medium voltage switchgear, and enclosures (power/control buildings/ E-Houses). We specialize in customized, turn-key solutions that ensure safe, secure, and reliable power distribution.

Working at Crown Technical Systems offers a dynamic and rewarding career path for individuals seeking to power the world. Through hands-on training, mentorship, and a culture of internal promotion, we empower you to reach your full potential and contribute to projects that truly matter.

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 be responsible for building and managing a local estimating team focused on Data Center–related power equipment bids.

The Estimating Manager will provide strategic direction, technical oversight, and leadership throughout the bid lifecycle, ensuring accurate, competitive, and timely proposals while continuously improving estimating processes and developing team talent. What a typical day looks like: Build, lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Proposal Engineering team while fostering a culture of accountability, technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Manage proposal engineering workflows, bid priorities, and resource allocation to ensure accurate, competitive, and timely proposal submissions across multiple opportunities. Review RFQs, customer specifications, drawings, commercial requirements, and technical scope while overseeing the development of complete proposal packages, including BOMs, labor estimates, pricing, margin analysis, risk assessments, and commercial qualifications.

Partner with Business Development, Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Operations to improve proposal competitiveness, identify value-engineering opportunities, and support strategic customer pursuits. The experience we’re looking to add to our team: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.

5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment. 5+ years of technical leadership, engineering management, proposal engineering, applications engineering, estimating management, or comparable leadership experience. Experience reviewing technical specifications, customer requirements, engineering drawings, and commercial documents.

#LI-EA1 EA42 SS26 AA01 CH12 MS14 CC11 EC37 PF38 JS21 NV60 FL75 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 11-05-2026 Job Posting End Date Job Category Global Procurement & Supply Chain Relocation: Not eligible Is Sponsorship Available? No Crown is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.

We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process.

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