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INTRODUCTION
At E Tech Group, joining our team means joining a group of passionate and forward-thinking experts. We're one of the largest engineering and system integration firms in the United States providing value for our clients through IT automation and control solutions for more than 30 years to the Life Sciences, Mission Critical, Metals & Mining, Warehousing & Distribution, and CPG/Food & Beverage industries. Our national and global scale allows us to help our clients develop and implement standardized solutions at any of their facilities regardless of physical location or the local resources available at that site.
We are seeking an Proposal and Estimating Engineer to be responsible for proposal and estimate development for industrial automation solutions in the Consumer Products, Food and Beverage, Life Sciences, and Material Handling industries. Our projects span the range from simple PLC upgrades through full automation solutions featuring Allen Bradley, Siemens, AVEVA, Ignition, and custom software solutions. You will also work with the Business Development Management team and others to improve methods, tools, and processes to standardize (or systematize) and improve proposal and estimating development for the entire business unit.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
You will:
- Prepare work to be estimated by reviewing requests for proposals (RFP), engineering drawings, specifications, and related documents.
- Meet with customers to review the technical scope and engineering requirements.
- Develop estimates by identifying labor, material, travel expenses, and time requirements by studying RFPs, engineering drawings, specifications, and related documents.
- Compute costs by analyzing labor, material, and time requirements.
- Resolve discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
- Work closely with E Tech engineers and project managers to refine estimates.
- Present prepared estimate by assembling and displaying numerical and descriptive information.
- Create proposal document by entering scope, deliverable, schedule, risk, and clarification information from the estimate into existing proposal template.
- Prepare special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
- Maintain cost database by entering and backing up data.
- Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing technical publications.
- Work remotely within EST and travel < 15%.
- Be an ambassador who embodies our Core Values, prioritizing the success of E Tech Group, our clients, and the professional development of our associates.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You have:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent work experience.
- 5+ years of Industrial Automation experience directly related to design, controls, programming, and electrical engineering.
- Extensive experience using Company methods, tools, and processes specific to estimating and proposal management standards.
- Extensive Excel / Spreadsheet Experience.
- MS Project Experience is a plus.
- Understanding of ERP / Project Costing Systems and parametric estimation tools.
- Demonstrated ability to read, understand, and interpret drawings, specifications, technical documentation as well as RFP/RFQ documentation.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- A DNA comprised of collaboration and teamwork.
BENEFITS & PERKS
- 401k + match + prompt enrollment. E Tech Group employees are 100% vested upon entry.
- Prompt enrollment into Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
- Generous paid time off that includes paid vacation, paid holidays, paid family leave and sick time off.
- Learning and growth are key parts of the E Tech culture. We provide you with training and continuing education from day one, so you can advance your career. As an E Tech associate, you can unlock your greatest potential through challenges and opportunities.
E Tech Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law. E Tech Group will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for religious beliefs. E Tech Group is an Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
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Who's Hiring
- Fisher & Phillips LLP6

- VetsEZ4

- GFT2

- AAR2

- Global Fishing Watch RFP2G
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services10
- Technology & Software8
- Insurance1
- Food & Beverage1
- Medical Devices1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote senior proposal manager jobs.
- 5 or more years of proposal development and management experience in a relevant industry
- Demonstrated experience responding to federal or commercial RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs
- Proficiency with proposal management tools such as Loopio, Qvidian, or RFPIO
- Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple concurrent deadlines
- APMP Foundation or Professional certification preferred by many government contractors
- Bachelor's degree in English, communications, business, or a related technical field
Tips for Your Remote Senior Proposal Manager Job Search
Quantify your win rates and volume
Proposal managers who list the number of proposals managed per year and the percentage of bids that moved to contract stand out immediately. Recruiters in government contracting especially look for this data, so pull it from your records before you apply.
Tailor your resume to the contract vehicle
Federal roles often require familiarity with specific vehicles like GSA schedules or IDIQ contracts. If you have that background, name the contract types explicitly on your resume rather than describing duties generically. Vague language costs you interviews.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists senior proposal manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by compliance requirement
Some senior proposal manager roles require a clearance or experience with FAR and DFARS compliance. Search for those terms in listings before applying so you're not surprised by hard requirements during a screening call.
Prepare a proposal sample or excerpt
Hiring managers in proposal management routinely ask for writing samples or a redacted executive summary. Have a sanitized excerpt ready before your first interview, specifically a section you personally wrote or substantially revised.
Negotiate on timeline flexibility, not just pay
Proposal work is deadline-driven, so ask directly about surge periods, expected after-hours volume, and whether the team uses color review cycles. Understanding the rhythm helps you evaluate offers beyond compensation and prevents early burnout.
Remote Senior Proposal Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote senior proposal manager job?
Target companies that already run distributed teams, since they hire remotely by default and know how to onboard someone they never meet in person. Remote senior proposal manager employers screen hard for self-direction and clear written communication on top of the core skills, so show evidence you can own work without someone over your shoulder. Apply to the openings above that match your experience.
Which companies hire remote senior proposal managers?
Remote senior proposal manager roles are posted by Fisher & Phillips LLP, VetsEZ, and GFT and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Remote-first firms and large companies running distributed teams post the most remote senior proposal manager roles.
Can you get a remote senior proposal manager job with no experience?
Yes, but it is harder than an on-site role, because remote work expects you to operate independently from the start. Entry-level remote senior proposal manager openings do exist, especially at remote-first companies, and a portfolio of real work helps more than a long resume. Applying broadly to the roles that fit improves your odds.
Do you need a degree for remote senior proposal manager jobs?
Not always. Many employers hire remote senior proposal managers on demonstrated skills and prior work rather than a specific degree, though some larger companies still prefer one. Showing relevant results matters more than a credential for most remote senior proposal manager roles.
Which industries hire the most remote senior proposal managers?
Remote senior proposal manager roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Insurance, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These sectors run distributed teams and hire senior proposal managers remotely most consistently.
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