Hybrid Application Engineer, Bremen

at Xylem

• Job title: Application Engineer, Bremen
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Bremen, Germany

About the role

• Application Engineer responsible for creating bids and coordinating technical offers in water transport projects at Xylem. Collaboration with engineering firms and project management for optimal cost calculations.

Responsibilities

• Independently handle complex tenders and prepare technical and commercial proposals
• Perform cost estimation and pricing for projects in water transport, pipeline and plant engineering
• Analyze, evaluate, and review tender documents and prepare bills of quantities (BoQs)
• Prepare and submit complete bid documents on time
• Develop technical alternatives and economically advantageous special proposals
• Develop budgets, cost estimates, and well-founded pricing structures
• Obtain, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor offers in close coordination with project management
• Prepare for and participate in award and contract negotiations
• Advise engineering firms, contractors, and end customers on technical and commercial matters
• Liaise closely with internal specialist departments to ensure optimal project costing
• Support project handovers and ensure a smooth transition into the implementation phase
• Provide project-related on-site support as required

Requirements

• Degree in engineering (e.g., civil, mechanical, or process engineering) or equivalent qualification
• Several years' experience in bid preparation, cost estimating, or tendering for infrastructure or plant construction projects
• Solid knowledge of water transport systems (e.g., pumps, piping systems)
• Experience in civil, plant, or pipeline construction
• Proficient in handling tender documents, bills of quantities, and technical specifications
• Experience collaborating with engineering firms, contractors, and end customers
• Strong understanding of technical and commercial interrelationships and pronounced cost awareness
• Business-fluent German and good English skills
• Structured, analytical, and independent working style
• Strong communication skills and a confident presence with customers
• Ability to manage multiple projects in parallel, set priorities, and meet deadlines reliably
• Solution-oriented thinking and an entrepreneurial approach
• High self-motivation and the ability to work in a team

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a contractual pay increase typically once per year
• 38.5 hours per week and 31 days of annual leave, plus Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve off
• Workwear (full kit provided)
• Work with high-quality tools
• Participation in company success (bonus payments)
• Employee savings plan contributions and company pension scheme
• E-bike/bike leasing on attractive terms