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Proposal Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as communications, business, or technical writing. Employers filing LCAs for these roles must meet DOL prevailing wage requirements, and many government contractors already have established sponsorship pipelines for proposal-writing staff.
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Link Engineering Company (LINK) is a premier designer and manufacturer of precision test equipment, we specialize in developing customized solutions for Automotive, Aviation, Off-Highway, Rail, and Civil Engineering industries. We are headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, and maintain testing laboratories, manufacturing, and support facilities around the globe. Established in 1935, we have been a family-owned company for generations, we treat our customers and employees as if they are part of our family. We set our employees up for success, as they are given constant opportunities to learn and develop new skills. As many of our team members have been with LINK for a generation or more, the LINK team is equipped with a wealth of knowledge, providing decades of hands-on experience and out-of-the-box thinking to OEM’s and suppliers everywhere.
We are looking for a talented Electrical Proposal Engineer you will be responsible for generating capital equipment sales proposals to include drawings, technical specifications and cost estimates.
Main Responsibilities:
- Generate sales proposals: drawings (initial concept), technical specification, cost estimates
- Ensure customer requests are satisfied in the sales proposal. Attend customer meetings & conference calls as required
- Contract review (before order acceptance)
- Be the liaison between engineering and sales departments to ensure the success of all
- Review sales information and determine if there is sufficient information to prepare a proposal
- Distribute sales requests to other departments as required
- Ensure all sales requests are properly setup and tracked
- Evaluate performance against tracking log with metric analysis
- Report status of engineering sales requests to sales team
- Balance workload with various deliverables and due dates
- Ensure work is performed in a safe manner using all available safety equipment.
- All other related duties as assigned.
- Possess mental faculties consistent with performing the minimum requirements of the job.
- Adhere and perform all duties aligned with the core values of the LINK Group organization, Can-Do Attitude, Courage, Commitment, Humility and Accountability.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the design of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience with design of machines utilizing machine control systems, data acquisition systems, and/or PLC control logic
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Technical field experience is a plus
- Application engineering experience is a plus
- Engineering and Technology – Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
- Ability to read/understand electrical and mechanical drawings
- AutoCAD (or equivalent) knowledge
- Ability to prepare complex written reports and other documentation
- Basic knowledge of MS Office
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to walk.
- Ability to speak verbally and read in English.
- Ability to see with corrective lenses.
- Ability to hear.
- Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
- Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, reach, hand-eye coordination, and manual dexterity.
- Ability to use a computer.
- Able to work evenings and/or weekends as required.
- Able to travel up to 10% domestically.
Hazards:
- Normal hazards related to working in an office environment.
- Normal hazards related to working in a manufacturing and testing environment.
- Normal hazards related to road and air travel.
LINK is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. VEVRRA Federal Contractor.
LINK is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employees to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States.
Accessibility for Applicants with Disabilities: If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability please call 1-734-453-0800. Please provide your contact information and details about the posted position of interest. Only inquiries regarding assistance for those who need accommodation with the online application process due to a disability will be returned.
Note to all Agencies / Direct Placement: LINK has a team of dedicated recruiters who are responsible for all hiring needs. Our practice is to partner and work with our approved vendors only and on an as-needed basis. LINK has identified and finalized our list of preferred vendors and the review process has been closed. We do not accept resumes from recruiting agencies that are not a preferred vendor, have not been authorized or approved by Corporate Recruiting to partner on a position and have not signed LINK’s vendor agreement. Any resumes submitted from unapproved vendors will be considered unsolicited, and LINK will not be obligated to pay a referral fee.
Mechanical Proposal Engineer - Plymouth, Michigan
Discover your potential. Pursue your passion.
Link Engineering Company (LINK) is a premier designer and manufacturer of precision test equipment, we specialize in developing customized solutions for Automotive, Aviation, Off-Highway, Rail, and Civil Engineering industries. We are headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, and maintain testing laboratories, manufacturing, and support facilities around the globe. Established in 1935, we have been a family-owned company for generations, we treat our customers and employees as if they are part of our family. We set our employees up for success, as they are given constant opportunities to learn and develop new skills. As many of our team members have been with LINK for a generation or more, the LINK team is equipped with a wealth of knowledge, providing decades of hands-on experience and out-of-the-box thinking to OEM’s and suppliers everywhere.
We are looking for a talented Electrical Proposal Engineer you will be responsible for generating capital equipment sales proposals to include drawings, technical specifications and cost estimates.
Main Responsibilities:
- Generate sales proposals: drawings (initial concept), technical specification, cost estimates
- Ensure customer requests are satisfied in the sales proposal. Attend customer meetings & conference calls as required
- Contract review (before order acceptance)
- Be the liaison between engineering and sales departments to ensure the success of all
- Review sales information and determine if there is sufficient information to prepare a proposal
- Distribute sales requests to other departments as required
- Ensure all sales requests are properly setup and tracked
- Evaluate performance against tracking log with metric analysis
- Report status of engineering sales requests to sales team
- Balance workload with various deliverables and due dates
- Ensure work is performed in a safe manner using all available safety equipment.
- All other related duties as assigned.
- Possess mental faculties consistent with performing the minimum requirements of the job.
- Adhere and perform all duties aligned with the core values of the LINK Group organization, Can-Do Attitude, Courage, Commitment, Humility and Accountability.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the design of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience with design of machines utilizing machine control systems, data acquisition systems, and/or PLC control logic
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Technical field experience is a plus
- Application engineering experience is a plus
- Engineering and Technology – Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
- Ability to read/understand electrical and mechanical drawings
- AutoCAD (or equivalent) knowledge
- Ability to prepare complex written reports and other documentation
- Basic knowledge of MS Office
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to walk.
- Ability to speak verbally and read in English.
- Ability to see with corrective lenses.
- Ability to hear.
- Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
- Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, reach, hand-eye coordination, and manual dexterity.
- Ability to use a computer.
- Able to work evenings and/or weekends as required.
- Able to travel up to 10% domestically.
Hazards:
- Normal hazards related to working in an office environment.
- Normal hazards related to working in a manufacturing and testing environment.
- Normal hazards related to road and air travel.
LINK is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. VEVRRA Federal Contractor.
LINK is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employees to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States.
Accessibility for Applicants with Disabilities: If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability please call 1-734-453-0800. Please provide your contact information and details about the posted position of interest. Only inquiries regarding assistance for those who need accommodation with the online application process due to a disability will be returned.
Note to all Agencies / Direct Placement: LINK has a team of dedicated recruiters who are responsible for all hiring needs. Our practice is to partner and work with our approved vendors only and on an as-needed basis. LINK has identified and finalized our list of preferred vendors and the review process has been closed. We do not accept resumes from recruiting agencies that are not a preferred vendor, have not been authorized or approved by Corporate Recruiting to partner on a position and have not signed LINK’s vendor agreement. Any resumes submitted from unapproved vendors will be considered unsolicited, and LINK will not be obligated to pay a referral fee.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Proposal Specialist
Map your degree to the role
USCIS requires a direct connection between your degree field and the Proposal Specialist position. Pull the O*NET profile for this occupation and match your transcript to the listed knowledge areas before applying.
Target government contractors first
Defense, IT, and federal consulting firms routinely hire Proposal Specialists and have dedicated HR teams experienced with H-1B filing. Their existing compliance infrastructure makes sponsorship offers faster to execute than at companies filing for the first time.
Verify the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the Level I through Level IV wage for Proposal Specialists in your target metro. Knowing the tier your role will be filed under gives you a grounded baseline before your offer conversation.
Find employers with H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate to filter Proposal Specialist openings by employers with verified LCA filing history. This cuts out the guesswork of cold-applying to companies that have never sponsored and focuses your effort where approvals actually happen.
Get your specialty occupation documented early
Ask your offer-stage employer to confirm in writing that the role requires a specific bachelor's degree, not just any degree. This internal documentation becomes critical if USCIS issues a Request for Evidence challenging specialty occupation status.
Time your application around the H-1B cap cycle
If you're not currently in H-1B status, your employer must file during the April cap season for an October 1 start. Align your job search and offer timeline so employers can commit before the USCIS registration window opens in March.
H-1B Visa Proposal Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Proposal Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but the employer must demonstrate that the specific position requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as technical communications, English, or business. Generic roles listed as requiring any degree often face USCIS scrutiny. Job descriptions that specify degree requirements tied to the actual work, like technical writing or contract management, carry more weight at adjudication.
Which industries are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for Proposal Specialists?
Federal government contractors in defense, IT services, and consulting hire Proposal Specialists in large numbers and maintain active H-1B programs. These firms submit bids constantly and treat proposal writing as a core compliance-sensitive function, which makes them more willing to sponsor than commercial employers who view the role as administrative. Use Migrate Mate to filter openings specifically at employers with documented LCA filing histories in this occupation.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Proposal Specialist job offers?
DOL requires employers to pay at least the prevailing wage for the specific occupation, experience level, and geographic location listed on the LCA. Proposal Specialist wages vary significantly between a Level I entry role in a mid-size market and a Level III senior role in Washington D.C. You can check the applicable wage tier for any location using the OFLC Wage Search before you receive a formal offer.
Can I stay in H-1B status if my Proposal Specialist contract ends before renewal?
H-1B holders have a 60-day grace period after involuntary termination to find a new sponsoring employer, change status, or depart the U.S. If your contract-based role ends unexpectedly, you need a new employer to file an H-1B transfer petition within that window. USCIS considers the transfer filed on the receipt date, so move quickly once you have an offer in hand.
What documents should I prepare before asking an employer to sponsor my H-1B?
Have your educational credentials evaluated by a NACES-recognized agency if your degree is from outside the U.S., since USCIS requires equivalency documentation for foreign degrees. Prepare a resume that explicitly links your degree field to proposal development tasks. Gather any certifications in capture management, technical writing, or federal acquisition, as these strengthen the specialty occupation argument and reduce the likelihood of a Request for Evidence.