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Graduate Trainee Engineer

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Siemens

9d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Engineering
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Bangalore

AI generated summary

  • You need a diploma or 1-3 years in Fire Life Safety systems, NICET I (within 6 months), building plan interpretation, estimating experience, bilingual in English/French, and Microsoft Office skills.
  • You will create sales estimates, develop BOMs, interpret specifications, lead cost proposals, collaborate with teams, and ensure compliance while maintaining detailed documentation for projects.

Requirements

  • Diploma or 1-3 years Fire Life Safety systems experience and knowledge.
  • Prefer NICET I Certification, attain within 6 months of hire date.
  • Prefer experience using an Estimating/Quoting system.
  • Able to read and interpret building plans and specifications.
  • Prefer experience designing a basic Fire Life Safety System.
  • Prefer knowledge of Fire Alarm and Building codes and regulations.
  • Knowledge of building construction process.
  • Fluent in English language.
  • Fluent in French language (those assigned to support Quebec).
  • Strong Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • Able to interpret customer requirements, identify needs and resolve issues in a positive manner.
  • Able to adapt to shifting demands and competing priorities from customers and internal partners to consistently manage time effectively and meet established deadlines.

Responsibilities

  • A Solutions Designer supports our Fire Life Safety Sales Group, including: Fire Alarm Supervisory Systems, Fire and Smoke Detection, Audible/Visual Notification, suppression Systems (L3), and Mass Notification.
  • The primary responsibility of the Solutions Designer is to complete sales estimates for the sales team including project take-offs, specification interpretation, scope of work creation, risk analysis, building code compliance, and value engineering ideas. Final deliverables include the final cost estimate and proposal. The Solutions Designer allows the sales executive to increase customer prospecting, increase customer engagement and focus on bidding strategy.
  • Lead, coordinate and assume responsibility for the timely generation of a cost estimate and proposal.
  • Activities include:
  • Perform take off: quantify equipment & device counts from bid documents.
  • Interpret sequence of operations for point count, material and required control devices.
  • Interpret specifications for all required labor and all code related requirements.
  • Create system network riser diagram.
  • Develop Bill of Material (BOM) and Scope of Work (SOW).
  • Provide building code required alternate designs, Value Engineering Solutions and Fire Alarm Equipment selection.
  • Develop subcontractor technical bid package and coordinate activity and strategy with Procurement team and Sales Executive.
  • Obtain quotes from outside vendors for ancillary products and services.
  • Develop final customer Proposal.
  • Communicate and collaborate with a remote sales and operations team located in another time zone.
  • Learn and use company design, bid, and quote tools.
  • Work with the sales team to answer technical and pricing questions.
  • Maintain complete documentation for all work performed to generate estimate and assist in turnover process when estimate/proposal becomes an order.
  • Participate in Cost Review and Technical Handover meetings with operations team.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Graduate Trainee Engineer position?

A Diploma or 1-3 years of experience in Fire Life Safety systems is required, along with a preference for NICET I Certification, to be attained within 6 months of hire.

What will the primary responsibilities of the Solutions Designer include?

The Solutions Designer will be responsible for completing sales estimates, project take-offs, specification interpretation, creating scope of work documents, conducting risk analysis, ensuring building code compliance, and providing value engineering ideas.

Is fluency in a second language required for this role?

Fluency in English is required, and fluency in French is preferred for those assigned to support Quebec.

What type of experience is preferred for candidates applying for this position?

Candidates with experience using an estimating/quoting system, designing basic Fire Life Safety Systems, and knowledge of Fire Alarm and Building codes and regulations are preferred.

Where is this role based, and will there be opportunities for travel?

This role is based in Bangalore, but there will be opportunities to visit other locations in India and globally as part of the job.

What skills are essential for success in this position?

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, the ability to interpret customer requirements, manage competing priorities, and work effectively with remote teams are essential skills for success in this role.

Will I have training opportunities in this role?

Yes, you will be supported in your growth and development, with opportunities to learn and use company design, bid, and quote tools.

Are there any specific software tools I need to be familiar with?

Familiarity with estimating/quoting systems is preferred, along with strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.

What is the company’s approach to work diversity and inclusion?

Siemens values unique identities and perspectives, and is committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a diverse workplace that reflects society.

How do I document my work as a Solutions Designer?

You are expected to maintain complete documentation for all work performed to generate estimates and assist in the turnover process when an estimate or proposal becomes an order.

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Mission & Purpose

Siemens is a technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to cleaner and more comfortable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, the company creates technology with purpose adding real value for customers. By combining the real and the digital worlds, Siemens empowers its customers to transform their industries and markets, helping them to transform the everyday for billions of people. Siemens also owns a majority stake in the publicly listed company Siemens Healthineers, a globally leading medical technology provider shaping the future of healthcare. In addition, Siemens holds a minority stake in Siemens Energy, a global leader in the transmission and generation of electrical power. In fiscal 2022, which ended on September 30, 2022, the Siemens Group generated revenue of €72.0 billion and net income of €4.4 billion. As of September 30, 2022, the company had around 311,000 employees worldwide.