Proposal Engineer

Emerson Group

$70K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM field
  • Minimum 2 years' relevant experience
  • Ability to translate technical concepts into customer-focused documentation
  • Strong learning agility, particularly in new technologies
  • Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple priorities
  • Willingness to travel up to 5%
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Responsibilities

  • Develop project cost solutions that fulfill customer needs
  • Interpret and clarify customer RFPs for stakeholders
  • Collaborate with various teams to integrate information into proposals
  • Prepare and assemble comprehensive technical and commercial proposal packages
  • Provide support and responses to sales and customer inquiries
  • Ensure structured and compliant proposal information management
  • Apply and enhance best practices for proposal efficiency and quality

Benefits

  • Flexible, competitive benefits plans
  • Variety of medical insurance with dental and vision coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(k) plan with employer contributions
  • Tuition reimbursement opportunities
  • Flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave
  • Employee resource groups and recognition programs
Full Job Description
Job Description

If you are an Engineer who is passionate about renewable energy, sustainability, and being an instrumental part of the transition to clean energy, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! As a Proposal Engineer, you will be responsible for coordinating and managing the technical and commercial aspects of Lifecycle proposals (Evergreens). The Evergreen program keeps Ovation systems up-to-date by replacing hardware and software components with current technology. This position will have accountability for the technical and commercial offering including system configuration, costing, internal reviews, contractual terms citation, and writing and assembling the technical and commercial portion of the proposal. This position is located in our Cranberry Township, PA office.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
  • Develop project cost solutions that meet customer needs, minimize technical risk, and position Emerson for long-term success.
  • Interpret customer Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and clarify technical and commercial requirements for stakeholders across the business.
  • Collaborate closely with Regional Engineering, Technical Advisors, Finance, Legal, Procurement, and other Emerson teams to incorporate all necessary information into high-quality proposal documentation.
  • Prepare and assemble complete technical and commercial proposal packages that align with customer expectations, internal standards, and contractual requirements.
  • Provide timely, professional support to Sales and customers regarding proposal content, scope, and pricing inquiries.
  • Ensure proposal information is generated, stored, shared, and archived in a structured, secure, and compliant manner.
  • Apply and continuously improve best practices, tools, templates, and processes to drive efficiency, consistency, and quality in proposal efforts.

Who You Are:

You accomplish objectives despite ambiguity and complexity. You establish and maintain effective relationships to create a collaborative working environment. You design feedback loops into workflows to deliver continuous improvement.

For This Role, You Will Need:
  • BS degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related STEM field
  • Minimum 2 years' relevant experience
  • Ability to understand technical concepts and translate them into clear, customer-focused messages and documentation.
  • Demonstrate strong learning agility, specifically in new technologies.
  • Strong organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and balance multiple activities, manage deadlines, and adapt quickly in a dynamic environment.
  • Ability to travel up to 5%
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future


Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
  • Familiarity with structured proposal processes
  • Knowledge of Ovation™ systems, power or process automation, or lifecycle services.
  • DCS and/or PLC


Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives-because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Learn more about our Culture & Values.

#LI-MS11

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Emerson Group

More Energy & Utilities Jobs

Find similar Proposal Engineer jobs: