Automation Proposals Engineer – Robotics & CNC Systems

Methods Machine Tools, Inc.; Sudbury (MA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid time off

Education Assistance

401(k) Plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Methods Machine Tools, Inc. in Sudbury, MA, is seeking a Proposal Engineer to create automation proposals featuring Fanuc Robotics, CNC machines, and material handling systems.

You will collaborate with mechanical/electrical design teams and sales to develop cost budgets, ROI analyses, and well-defined proposals. The role emphasizes attention to detail, technical writing, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related experience in automation proposals.
• Strong knowledge of machine tending and CNC processes.
• Ability to develop ROI/payback analyses.
• Proficiency with CAD and layout software.

Responsibilities

• Cost estimating and proposal development with cross-functional teams.
• Prepare technical and commercial proposals, including ROI calculations.
• Provide technical sales support during customer meetings.
• Assist with project handoff and continuous improvement.
• Maintain estimating databases and proposal templates.
• Track proposal win rates and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Robotic automation

CNC machining

Cost estimating

Proposal development

CAD software

ERP/CRM

Technical writing

ROI analysis

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Inventor

Job description

Methods Machine Tools, Inc. in Sudbury, MA, is seeking a Proposal Engineer to create automation proposals featuring Fanuc Robotics, CNC machines, and material handling systems.

You will collaborate with mechanical/electrical design teams and sales to develop cost budgets, ROI analyses, and well-defined proposals. The role emphasizes attention to detail, technical writing, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced engineering environment.