Description
**Job Family:** Customer Services
**Req ID:** 494960
**Automation Services Proposal Specialist**
Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds, thereby improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?
**Transform the everyday with us!**
The **Automation Services Proposal Specialist** plays a critical role in developing high‑quality proposals that support sales, service agreements, and automation‑focused solution offerings. This role combines technical understanding, commercial acumen, and strong communication skills to create customer‑aligned, compliant, and compelling proposals that help the business win new work and expand existing accounts.
The specialist works collaboratively across Sales, Service Operations, Technical Teams, Finance, and Supply Chain to ensure proposals accurately reflect solution scope, cost structures, delivery models, and customer requirements.
**We are looking for an Automation Services Proposal Specialist. This position is remote and can be based anywhere in the continental United States.**
**You’ll make an impact by:**
**Proposal Development & Management:**
+ Lead the end‑to‑end development of proposals for automation services, including preventive/predictive maintenance solutions, managed services, and digital/automation service offerings.
+ Translate customer RFQs, specifications, and requirements into clear solution architectures and proposal content.
+ Develop pricing structures, cost models, and commercial packages with input from Finance and Service Operations—consistent with company standards and customer requests
+ Ensure all proposals comply with corporate terms & conditions, service standards, and solution governance requirements.
+ Coordinate reviews with technical and management teams prior to submission.
**Cross‑Functional Collaboration**
+ Partner with Sales, Proposal Engineering, Technical Leads, and Business Development teams to refine deliverables and align proposals with customer needs
+ Gather inputs from subject matter experts in automation, service engineering, digitalization, and solution architecture.
+ Support pricing alignment with internal groups (e.g., Managed Services, SMS, operations, supply chain) similar to collaboration patterns documented in automation service meetings.
**Content Creation & Standardization**
+ Develop reusable proposal templates, one‑pagers, slide decks, and service descriptions for automation offerings—ensuring consistency in branding and messaging.
+ Maintain up‑to‑date libraries of proposal materials, technical descriptions, and boilerplate language.
+ Create tailored executive summaries, value propositions, and solution differentiators based on customer needs and internal capabilities.
**Customer‑Facing Support**
+ Support Sales during customer meetings by presenting solution details, clarifying scope, and explaining pricing structures.
+ Provide timely follow‑ups, revised proposals, and clarifications as requested by customers
**Data & Process Management**
+ Track proposal statuses, customer deadlines, and submission requirements.
+ Maintain records of past proposals, success rates, competitive insights, and contractual commitments
+ Support continuous improvement of proposal workflows and internal coordination practices.
**You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:**
**Basic Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Industrial Technology, or related discipline.
+ 2+ years of experience in automation, industrial services, proposal management, or technical sales support.
+ Understanding of automation systems, industrial controls, digital services, or maintenance services.
+ Strong technical writing, communication, and customer‑facing skills.
+ Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CRM/CPQ tools.
+ Ability to interpret RFQs, technical scopes, service agreements, and pricing models.
+ Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Experience with predictive maintenance, managed services, or digital automation offerings (aligned with programs discussed in automation service meetings).
+ Familiarity with Siemens automation or comparable platforms.
+ Experience coordinating cross-functional proposal teams.
+ Working knowledge of service contract structures and solution architecture.
**About Siemens:**
We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here (https://www.siemens.com/global/en/company.html) .
**Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:**
$54,835 $94,003
**Organization:** Digital Industries
**Job Type:** Full-time
**Category:** Customer Services
