Proposals Engineer – Hydro

Emerson

Proposals Engineer developing competitive hydroelectric control-system proposals for Emerson, a global automation technology and software leader. Architecting technical solutions, cost estimates, and commercial proposals for renewable-energy customers.

Posted 8/7/2026full-timePittsburgh • Missouri, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in control systems, proposal preparation, and cost estimation while effectively coordinating with global engineering teams to deliver optimal solutions in the hydroelectric, solar, battery storage, and wind industries.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Control Systems ExperienceProposal DevelopmentCost EstimationEngineering DegreeIndustry Experience

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Hard Skills

Control SystemsPLCDCSSCADAProposal WritingCost EstimationEngineering SkillsAutomation SkillsNetworking SkillsBusiness Skills

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationPresentation SkillsProblem-Solving

Industry Keywords

HydroelectricSolarBattery StorageBESSWind Industries

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop engineering, automation, networking, and business skills
Ensure proposal preparation is accurate and timely
Prepare control system proposals in response to customer requests, interpreting specifications and drawings
Create best-cost solutions that meet customer needs, minimize risk, and maximize profit
Present costs, risks, and differentiators to key decision makers
Review purchase orders to ensure they accurately reflect the proposed scope
Coordinate global engineers and subject-matter experts in proposal development
Position project execution teams for success

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS degree in Engineering, Computer Science, a related STEM field, or equivalent
Minimum 2 years of related experience
Experience with control systems (PLC/DCS/SCADA)
Experience in hydroelectric, solar, battery storage (BESS), and/or wind industries
Ability to travel up to 10%
Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering is preferred
Experience writing proposals and developing cost estimates is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance plans
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Employee Assistance Program
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Employee resource groups
Recognition programs
Flexible time off plans
Paid parental leave (maternal and paternal)
Vacation leave
Holiday leave
Mentorship, training, and leadership opportunities
Employee development programs