Vinayak Thorve
Pune
Summary
Results-driven Proposal Engineer with expertise in technical writing, project management, and cost estimation. Develops compelling proposals and effectively plans projects through strong communication and collaboration. Leads proposal teams to achieve project objectives within tight deadlines.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Proposal Engineer
Thermax Ltd
Pune
12.2023 - Current
- Developed comprehensive techno-commercial proposals for Industrial Effluent Treatment Plants (ETP), Sewage Treatment Plants (STP), Ultrafiltration (UF), Reverse Osmosis (RO), and Water Treatment Systems based on customer requirements and tender specifications.
- Engaged in technical discussions, bid clarification meetings, and proposal presentations with customers to resolve queries and finalize project specifications.
- Coordinated customer communication to clarify project requirements and specifications.
- Performed process optimization and value engineering to enhance treatment efficiency while reducing capital and operating costs.
- Researched and analyzed customer requirements to ensure proposals are tailored to meet their needs.
- Investigated new technologies and methods for potential integration into future proposals.
- Led post-order engineering coordination, including review and approval of GA, P&ID, and HFD drawings with customers, ensuring technical accuracy, timely approvals, and successful alignment with customer needs and project specifications.
- Supported project execution teams during engineering, procurement, commissioning, and performance guarantee stages for successful project delivery.
- Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing technical guidance on process design, proposal preparation, and engineering best practices.
Proposal & Design Engineer
PAR-PACT Environmental engineering Pvt Ltd.
Mumbai
03.2022 - Current
- To review and study all enquiries received from clients to carry out proposal design at bidding stage and prepare offer/quotes/bids to existing and prospective clients.
- To generate inquiries and bid on government tenders.
- Technical assistance to the sales Team including client and consultant visit as and when required.
- Prepare and coordinate detailed design and drawings after the company receives the work order from customer.
- Cooperate and communicate effectively with project Manager and other project participant to provide assistance and technical support.
- Scheduling, Planning, Forecasting and Properly utilizing all resources to ensure that the projects can be completed on Schedule and within budget.
Design Engineer & Project Executive
Envicare Technologies Pvt Ltd.
Pune
01.2020 - 02.2022
- Supported engineering design development through analysis and simulation of prototypes and 3D computer models.
- Worked on waste water STP, ETP, RO & MB, SOFTNER design calculations.
Graduate Engineer Trainee
Inventive Engineers.
Pune
09.2015 - 09.2016
- Inspected parts and equipment at all project stages to ensure functionality and adherence to quality standards.
- Collaborated with project department to ensure timely and accurate completion of SPM projects.
- Drafted 2D and 3D designs using SolidWorks and AutoCAD to support project specifications.
- Drafted new and updated designs using AutoCAD.
- Presented drawings to project managers and incorporated recommended changes.
Education
Master's - Environmental Engineering
Politechnika Warszawa
Warszawa, Poland, EUBachelor's - Automobile Engineering
College of Engineering
Pune, Maharashtra, IndiaHigher Secondary Education - Science
Dnyansadhana College
Thane, Maharashtra, IndiaSecondary School Certificate -
Dr. Bedekar Vidya Mandir
Thane, Maharashtra, IndiaSkills
- Proposal development
- Cost estimation
- Value engineering
- Engineering design
- Process optimization
- Process improvement
- Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
- AutoCAD
- SolidWorks proficiency
- MS Office
- Project management
- Scheduling and planning
- Planning coordination
- Task prioritization
- Client engagement
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Decision-making
- Process improvement
Certification
- Diploma in product design (Autocad 2D, CATIA), CADD CENTER, THANE
- Attended Summer Training Program on CFD (computational fluid dynamics) in association with Altair Engineering
- Completed Course On PARAMETRIC CREO/PRO E in COEP college, Pune.
- Attended Workshop on Composite Material and its application organized by IIT Bombay.
Accomplishments
- Awarded the "Winning Edge Proposal Engineer Award 2025–2026" in recognition of outstanding performance, technical excellence, and significant contribution to business growth.
- Achieved 50+ Crore in individual order bookings and contributed to 80+ Crore in regional order intake in year 2025-2026 by leading proposal activities, customer engagement, and techno-commercial strategy for water and wastewater treatment projects.
- Two times Quarterly Performance Award for outstanding performance and contribution to business growth.
- Implemented fabrication improvement initiatives to get quality standards and reduce weight by 25% for cost saving.
- Great performance during Product Exhibition work appreciation awarded.
Languages
- Marathi, Native Speaker
- English, C1 Advanced
- Hindi, Advanced
- Polish, Intermediate
Languages
Marathi
First Language
English
Advanced
C1
Hindi
Proficient
C2
Polish
Intermediate
B1
Timeline
Proposal Engineer
Thermax Ltd
12.2023 - Current
Proposal & Design Engineer
PAR-PACT Environmental engineering Pvt Ltd.
03.2022 - Current
Design Engineer & Project Executive
Envicare Technologies Pvt Ltd.
01.2020 - 02.2022
Graduate Engineer Trainee
Inventive Engineers.
09.2015 - 09.2016
Master's - Environmental Engineering
Politechnika Warszawa
Bachelor's - Automobile Engineering
College of Engineering
Higher Secondary Education - Science
Dnyansadhana College
Secondary School Certificate -
Dr. Bedekar Vidya Mandir