Proposal Engineer

Emerson

Pittsburgh, PA

LOCATION

Job Description

As posted by the hiring company

Job Overview:

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.

At Emerson Power & Water Solutions, we help customers in the world’s most critical industries address the challenges of modern life. As an industry-leading controls automation company, we drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, and more sustainable! Emerson’s five decades of power and water expertise embedded within the Ovation™ distributed control system (DCS) forms a reliable and innovative platform that evolves with rapidly changing technology to help improve plant reliability.

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.

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