Principle Bid & Proposal Specialist

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

This role sits within ABB's Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We're entering an exciting new chapter as we’ve announced the plan for SoftBank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. SoftBank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics, and next-generation computing.  By joining us now, you’ll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics—working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.

This Position reports to:

Engineering Manager

 

Join our team as a Principle Bid & Proposal Specialist and contribute to the development of innovative robotic systems for packaging, palletizing, and logistics applications across multiple industries.

Your responsibilities

• Designing technical solutions and preparing offers for packaging, palletizing, and sorting systems based on industrial robots, primarily in the FMCG, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, healthcare, and warehouse logistics sectors.
• Developing technical solutions based on provided documentation and customer specifications.
• Preparing complete technical specifications and 2D/3D drawings for requests for proposals, offers, cost estimates, and technical descriptions (FDS).
• Designing mechanical components/assemblies consistent with the specifications of the developed solutions.
• Participating in physical testing of the developed technical solutions.
• Technical support for the Sales Department, including occasional visits to customers.
• Direct contact with the customer regarding the development of technical solutions and offers.

Your background

• Higher technical education (preferred field: automation and robotics, mechanics and mechanical engineering).
• Minimum 10 years of experience in designing production automation solutions in the food and beverage, pharmaceutical/cosmetic, and/or logistics sectors, particularly machinery and finished lines, as well as knowledge of equipment such as grippers, transport systems, flow pack/case packers, pallet wrappers, etc.
• Experience in designing stations based on industrial robots and/or related to process robotization will be an advantage.
• Ease of learning and exploring modern technologies and technical solutions, as well as analytical thinking.
• Good command of English, allowing for easy communication in an international environment.
• Excellent knowledge of AutoCAD, Inventor, Solid Works, Word, and Excel software.
• Excellent knowledge of automation and pneumatic components and technical drawings.
• Conducting risk analysis of developed solutions based on standards such as ISO_12100_2010_EN.
• Knowledge of GMP principles.
• Category B driving license.

Your benefits:

• Enjoy stable employment in a company with a long history in innovation and technology.
• Collaborate with experienced experts in an international environment.
• Support from experienced engineers and access to specialized service tools and digital platforms.
• Seize individual development and training opportunities, from job specific to soft skills.
• Private medical care (including offers for family members) and life insurance.
• Receive attractive remuneration based on your experience and skills, and other financial benefits, such as annual bonus.

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