Proposals Engineer

We’re looking for a Proposals Engineer to join a manufacturing business in Poynton.

This is a role suited to someone with experience in engineering manufacturing, planning, commercial or business development, as you will be managing RFQs, preparing cost estimates and supporting bids for bespoke engineering projects.

• £40,000 – £50,000 per year
• Mon - Fri | Multiple shift patterns available
• 7:30am
  -4pm OR 9:30am - 6pm
• Early finish on Fridays (12pm OR 2pm)
• Overtime available
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays and flex days
• Company pension scheme
• Health cashback scheme
• Discounts
• Training and development opportunities

• Managing RFQs from concept through to completion
• Reviewing tender documents, specifications and customer requirements
• Gathering data and holding bid kick-off meetings with stakeholders
• Checking engineering capability, pricing, labour, parts and support requirements
• Preparing cost estimates, pricing schedules and commercial proposals
• Coordinating bid activity across internal departments
• Compiling, reviewing and submitting tender documentation
• Identifying commercial risks and supporting mitigation plans
• Attending customer clarification meetings and presentations where required
• Supporting tender vetting with senior executives
• Sending offer letters to customers
• Managing multiple bids ranging from £5,000 to £10 million
• Maintaining accurate bid documentation and records
• Supporting successful bid handovers to the project delivery team
• Ensuring bids comply with company procedures, quality standards and industry regulations

• At least 3 years’ experience in this role or a similar position
• Engineering manufacturing or planning background
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word
• Ability to use basic formulas in Excel