Technical Proposal Writer (Engineering Focus)

TL;DR

Technical Proposal Writer (Engineering focus): Developing and managing professional proposals for engineering, inspection, and design consulting services with an accent on translating complex technical concepts into persuasive content. Focus on leading full proposal lifecycles, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to support business growth.

Location: Hybrid from Norcross, GA or Kennesaw, GA offices. U.S. Persons only (ITAR export controls)

Salary: $70,000 - $85,000/year

Company

Leading provider of testing, inspection, certification, and compliance services for manufacturing, power generation, aerospace, medical, and defense industries, with 2,100+ team members across 95+ US locations.

What you will do

• Lead full proposal lifecycle for RFPs, RFQs, RFIs in engineering consulting, including compliance, scopes, fees, and schedules.
• Write, edit, and tailor proposals to communicate technical capabilities, methodologies, and differentiators.
• Coordinate with engineers, business development, operations, and clients for alignment and industry standards.
• Manage multiple concurrent proposals under tight deadlines, track status, and maintain content library.
• Research clients, markets, competitors, and trends to inform strategy; support pricing and virtual meetings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Marketing, Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 3 years in proposal writing, business development, or marketing in engineering/consulting industries
• Strong technical writing, proofreading, editing, and ability to interpret technical concepts
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and managing multiple deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe tools, CRM platforms
• U.S. Person status required (citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee) due to ITAR

Nice to have

• Familiarity with building envelope services and terminology
• Strong visualization and presentation skills

Culture & Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity
• Pathway to sales and business development roles
• Fast-paced environment with focus on innovation and execution