Proposal Engineer

March; Daresbury; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

Hybrid work

Travel opportunities

Job summary

MARCH, a leading provider of critical engineering services, is hiring a Proposal Engineer for its Digital team. Hybrid role based near Reading, with regular travel to customer sites.

You will design automation solutions, develop compelling proposals, and guide customers through selection and implementation of control systems tailored to their needs. The role combines technical engineering with client-facing activities, requiring strong communication skills, a background in automation, and the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 3+ years’ experience within systems integration, automation engineering, or technical sales.
• Strong understanding of PLCs, SCADA, HMI, and industrial automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Represent MARCH’s culture and values both internally and externally.
• Engage with customers to understand automation and control requirements across sectors.
• Conduct detailed site surveys to support accurate and robust proposals.
• Review engineering documentation and technical scope to develop fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Design control system architectures (PLCs, SCADA, HMI, industrial networks).
• Prepare high-quality technical proposals, cost estimates, and scope-of-work documents.

Skills

PLCs, SCADA, HMI

Customer-focused communication

Travel willingness

Proposal development

Full UK driving licence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or related field

Tools

Siemens

Rockwell (Allen-Bradley)

Schneider Electric

Job description

Proposal Engineer

Hybrid / Reading (with regular travel to customer sites)

We’re now looking to recruit a Proposals Engineer to join our growing Digital team at MARCH. This is a key role bridging technical engineering and customer engagement, supporting the sales function by designing automation solutions, developing compelling proposals, and guiding customers through the selection and implementation of control systems tailored to their needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent MARCH’s culture and values both internally and externally
• Engage with customers to understand automation and control requirements across sectors including Utilities, FMCG, Food & Beverage, Chemical, Pharmaceutical, and Manufacturing
• Conduct detailed site surveys to support accurate and robust proposals
• Review engineering documentation and technical scope to develop fit-for-purpose solutions
• Design control system architectures (PLCs, SCADA, HMI, industrial networks)
• Prepare high-quality technical proposals, cost estimates, and scope-of-work documents
• Deliver client presentations, system demonstrations, and attend site visits
• Collaborate with engineering and project teams to ensure deliverable, practical solutions
• Maintain knowledge of automation technologies, vendor platforms (e.g. Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider), and industry standards
• Support sales activities including CRM updates, pipeline tracking, and forecasting
• Attend industry events, trade shows, and client meetings to promote MARCH capabilities

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or related field
• 3+ years’ experience within systems integration, automation engineering, or technical sales
• Strong understanding of PLCs, SCADA, HMI, and industrial automation systems
• Experience with control panel design, instrumentation, and industrial communication protocols (e.g. Modbus, Ethernet/IP)
• Background in industries such as Utilities, FMCG, Manufacturing, or similar
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage customers effectively
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple deadlines
• Understanding of full automation project lifecycle
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and vendor design/proposal tools
• Willingness to travel regularly to customer sites
• Full UK driving licence

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on innovative, multi-sector automation projects
• Exposure to leading-edge technologies and industry platforms
• Career development within a growing Digital and Automation division
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package

About Us

We are MARCH®. The leading provider of critical engineering services. Supporting the industries we all rely on to improve their infrastructure, process, and digital environments. We work together with our customers to maintain business continuity, optimise output, and drive new standards in productivity, reliability, and sustainability. We help deliver operational resilience, increased performance, and better environmental outcomes, across the board.

Why March?

Progress is People.

MARCH has ambitious plans and central to our future growth is attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent. Whether your role is onsite or office-based, engineering or support, we offer opportunities for all our people to develop their careers and maximise their potential. MARCH is committed to building teams that reflect a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe diverse thinking strengthens engineering, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let the team know