Sales and Proposals Engineer

Sales & Proposals Engineer Salary £35,000 £ 45,000 per annum depending on experience bonus We are looking for an experienced Sales & Proposals Engineer to join our growing team in Horsham. This is a permanent role offering a mix of technical challenge, commercial responsibility, and client-facing interaction within a supportive and forward-thinking business. The appointed Sales and Proposals Engineer will carry out the following responsibilities Review and analyse tender documents and project requirements to ensure accuracy, compliance, and appropriate costing Prepare and deliver high-quality technical and commercial proposals in line with client specifications and deadlines Collaborate with internal teams including project execution, engineering, procurement, and finance to develop competitive bids Apply lessons learned from previous projects to improve current and future proposals Contribute to the development and execution of business development strategies Support the identification and pursuit of new business opportunities across key markets Build, maintain, and develop strong relationships with suppliers to support proposals and project delivery Develop and maintain effective client relationships to support sales growth Gather customer feedback and market insights to support continuous improvement and product development Attend industry events, exhibitions, and trade shows to generate leads and expand the company network Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and quality management systems Take ownership of company presentation and marketing materials The appointed Sales and Proposals Engineer will meet the following key criteria for the position;
Minimum 5 years experience in a technical or commercial engineering role (e.g. proposals, sales, applications engineering, or similar) Experience working with large industrial clients or long-term engineering contracts Degree or HND in Mechanical, Chemical, Process Engineering, or a related discipline Additional commercial or sales-related training is advantageous Strong technical understanding of engineering solutions, processes, and industrial equipment Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and tight deadlines Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);

CRM experience is beneficial Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally when required Proactive, self-sufficient, and able to work independently with minimal supervision