Proposals Engineer

Jackson Hogg Ltd; Warrington; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Hogg Ltd in Warrington seeks a proactive Controls & Automation Proposals Engineer to join our automation and systems integration team. You will develop high-quality technical proposals for PLC/SCADA and turnkey projects, working closely with the Senior Proposals Manager and the sales team to translate customer needs into winning bids.

You will combine engineering know-how with commercial awareness, delivering precise cost estimates, clear documentation and polished presentations while

Qualifications

• Background in engineering, automation, or process control systems.
• Knowledge of PLC, SCADA, and industrial automation solutions.
• Experience within a systems integrator, engineering, or manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy in quotations.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build lasting relationships.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed technical proposals and tenders for PLC & SCADA systems and full turnkey projects.
• Collaborate with sales teams and customers to understand requirements.
• Define technical solutions and prepare accurate cost estimates.
• Build and maintain quotation cost spreadsheets.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal teams for pricing and delivery timelines.
• Ensure proposals are accurate, compliant, and well-presented.
• Support approvals with Project Managers and senior stakeholders.
• Develop customer relationships and respond to enquiries.
• Maintain high standards of written documentation and technical clarity.

Skills

Engineering background

Automation knowledge

PLC knowledge

SCADA knowledge

Technical writing

Communication skills

Quotation accuracy

Tools

Pricing spreadsheets

Job description

Controls & Automation Proposals Engineer – PLC / SCADA

Warrington | Full-Time | Automation & Systems Integration

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Controls & Automation Proposals Engineer to join a well-established systems integration and industrial automation business in their Warrington office.

Working closely with the Senior Proposals Manager, you will be responsible for developing high-quality technical proposals across a diverse range of automation solutions, from PLC and SCADA systems through to full turnkey projects.

This is a varied, client-facing role combining technical expertise, commercial awareness, and strong communication skills, ideal for someone with an engineering background looking to move into a proposals or pre-sales position.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce detailed technical proposals and tenders for:
  • PLC & SCADA systems
  • Control system upgrades and modifications
  • Digital and manufacturing information systems (MIS/MES)
  • Service level agreements and support contracts
  • Engineering resource / manpower solutions
  • Full turnkey automation projects
• Collaborate with sales teams and customers to fully understand requirements
• Define technical solutions and prepare accurate cost estimates
• Build and maintain quotation cost spreadsheets.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal engineering teams to obtain pricing and delivery timelines
• Ensure all proposals are accurate, compliant, and professionally presented
• Support internal approval processes with Project Managers and senior stakeholders
• Develop strong customer relationships and respond promptly to enquiries
• Maintain high standards of written documentation and technical clarity

Ideal Candidate

• Background in engineering, automation, or process control systems
• Knowledge of PLC, SCADA, and industrial automation solutions
• Experience within a systems integrator, engineering, or manufacturing environment
• Strong technical writing and communication skills
• High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy in quotations and proposals
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build lasting relationships

Desirable

• Experience in proposals, estimating, pre-sales, or technical sales
• Knowledge of manufacturing execution systems (MES) or digital solutions

Why Apply

• Join a long-established and respected automation business with a strong client base
• Work on a wide variety of innovative and technically challenging projects
• Opportunity to transition into or develop within a commercial / proposals-led career path
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Be part of a business focused on long-term customer relationships and high-quality delivery