Automation Proposal Engineer: ROI & System Design

Methods Machine Tools Inc; Sudbury (MA); On-site; USD 91,813 - 123,437; Full time

Job summary

Methods Machine Tools is seeking a skilled Proposal Engineer to create automation proposals involving Fanuc robotics, CNC machines, and material handling. You will collaborate with mechanical and electrical design teams, robot programming, and system build teams to develop clearly defined proposals and cost budgets.

The ideal candidate has experience in scope reviews, technical writing, and detail orientation, with 3–5 years in related roles and an engineering background.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in mechanical engineering technology is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is preferred.
• 3–5 years of related experience required.
• Experience with CAD platforms and layout software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical and commercial proposals with scope, layouts, schedules, pricing and ROI analyses.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical design teams, robot programming and system build teams.
• Support sales in meetings and communicate automation concepts to customers.
• Transfer proposal details to engineering and project management after award.

Skills

Robotic automation

CNC machining

CAD software

Industrial controls

ROI analysis

Cost estimation

Project budgeting

Excel proficiency

Education

Associate degree in mechanical engineering technology

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Inventor

Job description

Methods Machine Tools is seeking a skilled Proposal Engineer to create automation proposals involving Fanuc robotics, CNC machines, and material handling. You will collaborate with mechanical and electrical design teams, robot programming, and system build teams to develop clearly defined proposals and cost budgets.

The ideal candidate has experience in scope reviews, technical writing, and detail orientation, with 3–5 years in related roles and an engineering background.