Electrical Automation Proposals Engineer

Professional Resources Partners Pty Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Professional Resources Partners Pty Ltd invites applications for a Proposals Engineer (Electrical Automation) in the West Rand, Gauteng. The role combines electrical engineering expertise with customer engagement to develop technically sound quotations and proposals for industrial automation projects.

Ideal candidates have PLC/DCS exposure, at least 3 years in industrial automation, and strong writing and communication skills; relocation or on-site coordination may be required.

Qualifications

• Grade 12.
• Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Light Current) (BTech advantageous).
• Minimum 3 years' experience within industrial automation, PLC and DCS environments.
• Previous experience preparing technical quotations, tenders or proposals.
• Sales or customer-facing engineering experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical proposals, quotations and tender submissions for industrial automation projects.
• Review customer RFQs and determine technical and commercial feasibility.
• Design and recommend suitable automation and control system solutions based on customer specifications.
• Develop system architectures, equipment selections and technical documentation.
• Liaise with customers to understand project requirements and provide technical guidance.
• Collaborate with engineering, workshop and procurement teams to ensure accurate costing and proposal preparation.
• Maintain tender opportunities and quotations within the CRM system.
• Source pricing and technical information from suppliers.
• Support the sales team with technical presentations, customer meetings and project discussions.
• Ensure proposals are submitted accurately and within required deadlines.
• Respond to technical and commercial customer queries throughout the proposal process.
• Assist with order handovers and provide technical support where required.

Skills

Customer engagement

Technical writing

Microsoft Office

Education

Electrical Engineering Diploma (Light Current)

BTech advantageous

Job description

Professional Resources Partners Pty Ltd invites applications for a Proposals Engineer (Electrical Automation) in the West Rand, Gauteng. The role combines electrical engineering expertise with customer engagement to develop technically sound quotations and proposals for industrial automation projects.

Ideal candidates have PLC/DCS exposure, at least 3 years in industrial automation, and strong writing and communication skills; relocation or on-site coordination may be required.