ACARA Jobs
Technical Proposal Writer
Apply- ID: 556633
- Posted: 1/15/2026
- Location: Toronto, ON
- Category: Pro - Professional
- Job Type: Temp to Direct
- Duration: Contract to Di
Description
Technical Proposal Writer
Position Summary
Alstom is seeking an experienced and skilled Technical Proposal Writer to develop proposal narratives for passenger rail projects across North America. In this role you will work closely with our commercial and engineering teams, getting to know our customer needs and our technical solutions. You will serve as a translator between our subject matter experts and executive audiences, ensuring the precision of technical ideas is retained and conveyed in a concise and elegant manner on the written page.
Key Responsibilities:
- Interface with bid team to understand the bigger picture e.g. customer needs, win themes and our key value propositions
- Work with commercial and technical teams and mine existing Alstom content to source information to develop narratives that align with our strategy.
- Develop and write engaging proposal content and connect with subject matter experts to uncover critical insights, ensuring each narrative is cohesive and carried through to completion.
- Review and edit content generated by subject matter experts to ensure clarity and concision
- Write, review, edit and proofread narratives to ensure ‘one voice,' and consistent flow, clarity, alignment with customer needs and compliance with RPF narrative requirements
Job Requirements
Required Skills / Qualifications:
- Minimum bachelor's degree in engineering, with strong experience in Communications, English, Journalism, or a bachelor's degree in communications, English, Journalism or related field with experience in Engineering or Science.
- Minimum 3 years of Experience in as a Technical Proposal Writer
- Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail.
- Excellent English communication skills – written and verbal (ability to communicate effectively in French is considered an asset).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and collaborative tools (e.g., SharePoint, Teams).
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Preferred Skills / Qualifications:
- Experience writing proposals or technical manuals for US and/or Canadian audiences, preferably in transportation, infrastructure, or engineering sectors.
- Experience in business development at a consulting or transportation engineering or infrastructure firm.
- Experience in journalism and/or technical writing.
- Strong understanding of proposal development processes.
Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.
Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.