Sales Proposal Engineer

Position: sales Proposal Engineer (Permanent)
Location: Buckinghamshire

Job Title:

Sales Proposal Engineer – Flare Systems

Location:

Burnham. Buckinghamshire

Company Overview

Our Client is specialist supplier of onshore and offshore flare systems serving the global oil and gas industry. Our customers include Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) contractors, National Oil Companies (NOCs), and major operators. They provide engineered flare solutions covering design, supply, and technical support across a wide range of operating environments.

Role Summary

The Sales Proposal Engineer is responsible for handling incoming technical and commercial enquiries for flare systems and related equipment. The role bridges engineering and sales, preparing competitive, technically compliant proposals for EPC contractors and NOCs in accordance with project specifications, international standards, and client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Proposal & Tendering

Review and evaluate RFQs, ITTs, and technical specifications for onshore and offshore flare systems
Prepare technical and commercial proposals, including scope of supply, deviations, and clarifications
Develop cost estimates, pricing, and commercial terms in coordination with engineering, procurement, and management
Ensure proposals comply with applicable codes and standards (API, ISO, client specifications, etc.)
Technical Support

Perform preliminary technical sizing and selection of flare systems and components
Coordinate with internal engineering teams to define technical solutions and resolve technical queries
Respond to client and EPC technical clarifications during the bid phase
Support value engineering and alternative technical solutions when required
Customer & Project Interface

Act as the primary point of contact for EPC contractors and National Oil Companies during the proposal stage
Attend technical and commercial clarification meetings (in person or online)
Support handover of awarded projects to execution and project engineering teams
Sales & Business Support

Maintain accurate proposal records, cost data, and bid documentation
Assist in market intelligence, competitor analysis, and pricing strategy
Support continuous improvement of proposal tools, templates, and cost databases
Qualifications & Experience

Essential

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or related Engineering discipline
Experience in oil & gas equipment sales, proposals, or project engineering
Familiarity with flare systems (onshore and/or offshore) or combustion/process equipment
Experience dealing with EPC contractors and/or National Oil Companies
Strong understanding of technical specifications, datasheets, and international standards
Skills & Competencies

Strong technical and commercial awareness
Ability to interpret complex specifications and translate them into clear proposals
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple bids simultaneously
Comfortable working across engineering, sales, and management teams

What We Offer

Opportunity to work on major onshore and offshore oil & gas projects
Exposure to global EPCs and National Oil Companies
Competitive salary and benefits package
Long-term career development in a specialized technical field