Proposal Writer

KLA Laboratories, Inc. • Dearborn, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Low-Voltage Proposal Writer develops compelling, technically accurate proposals for commercial and public sector opportunities. Working closely with engineering, project management, and business development teams, the role translates complex technical solutions into clear, persuasive proposals that highlight KLA’s capabilities, address customer requirements, and support business growth.

The position develops proposals and supporting materials for requests for proposals (RFPs), requests for quotations (RFQs), and requests for information (RFIs); coordinates contributors and proposal timelines; and maintains reusable proposal content. It also incorporates technical documentation and supporting materials into proposals and helps communicate KLA’s capabilities, risk mitigation strategies, and value proposition.

Requirements

• Experience writing, developing, or coordinating technical proposals, preferably for commercial or public sector opportunities.
• Familiarity with low-voltage systems, structured cabling, enterprise networking, distributed antenna systems (DAS), audiovisual (AV) solutions, and building technology infrastructure.
• Strong writing, editing, research, and organizational skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and communicate complex concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments.

Nice To Haves

• Experience developing competitive proposals for projects valued at $1 million or more.
• Familiarity with proposal review processes, compliance matrices, and formal proposal evaluation methods.
• Experience with proposal management platforms such as Responsive and document design tools such as Adobe Acrobat Pro or InDesign.
• Industry certifications such as APMP, BICSI RCDD, or AVIXA CTS are preferred.
• Experience using document design or proposal management software.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical proposals, executive summaries, management plans, and past-performance narratives for RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs.
• Collaborate with engineers, solutions architects, project managers, and leadership to turn technical information into customer-focused content.
• Tailor proposals to industry-specific requirements across sports and entertainment, hospitality, healthcare, and other commercial markets.
• Review solicitation requirements and develop compliance matrices, proposal outlines, and tracking tools to ensure submission requirements are met.
• Manage proposal development, including kickoff meetings, timelines, content assignments, reviews, and final submissions.
• Coordinate cross-functional contributors to ensure proposals are accurate, consistent, persuasive, and submitted on time.
• Maintain and update proposal templates, technical documentation, case studies, and reusable content libraries.
• Incorporate technical drawings, bills of materials, system specifications, and other supporting documentation into proposal materials.
• Highlight KLA’s technical capabilities, risk mitigation strategies, and value proposition to strengthen competitive positioning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed