Proposals Engineer

Overview

Position:
Proposals Engineer

Location:

Cramlington

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum

Proposals Engineer required for a well-established engineering business supporting customers across offshore, marine, energy and industrial sectors. The successful candidate will play a key role in the preparation and submission of technical and commercial proposals, acting as the focal point between clients, suppliers and internal departments to deliver competitive and accurate quotations.

• Manage incoming enquiries and maintain the proposals database.
• Review client enquiry documentation and specifications.
• Identify and resolve technical and commercial queries with customers.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and quotations using company templates.
• Compile and submit proposal documentation within customer deadlines.
• Support bid clarification meetings and liaise with clients throughout the tender process.
• Monitor and progress active enquiries, providing regular status updates.
• Assist with client pre-qualification questionnaires and supplier registration requirements.

• Previous experience in a Proposals Engineer, Bid Engineer, Tendering Engineer, Estimator or similar role.
• Engineering qualification such as HNC, HND, Degree or Apprenticeship in a relevant discipline.
• Experience working within an engineering, manufacturing, offshore, marine, oil & gas or industrial environment.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of technical documentation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of offshore, subsea or energy industries would be advantageous.

• £40,000 - £45,000 per annum.
• Full-time permanent position.
• 37.5-hour working week - Flexible working hours (Flexitime).
• 33 days annual leave including public holidays.
• Company pension scheme.