Proposals Engineer / Tendering Engineer / Applications Engineer

Location: Stonehouse, Gloucestershire

Salary: Competitive salary on offer (Please apply for full details)

Company Profile

We are recruiting on behalf of an engineering company renowned for delivering high-quality, custom-engineered solutions. Operating globally, they serve diverse industries with a focus on innovation, reliability, and sustainability, ensuring value over the full lifecycle of their products.

Benefits

* Competitive salary with annual pay and merit award reviews

* Flexible working hours: Monday to Thursday (8:30 am - 5:00 pm), Friday (8:30 am - 1:00 pm)

* Generous bonus scheme

* Contributory pension plan

* 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) with a flexible holiday trading scheme

* Life assurance and income protection plans (after qualifying period)

* Employee support and perks package

* Free on-site car parking

* Comprehensive learning and development opportunities

* Flexible and family-friendly policies

Job Profile

The Proposals Engineer is responsible for producing accurate and timely quotations for blower packages, ensuring all technical and commercial queries are addressed. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and deliver exceptional service to a global customer base, maintaining high standards of technical accuracy and professionalism.

Responsibilities / Duties

* Analyse customer enquiries, including data sheets, P&IDs, and project specifications.

* Collaborate with engineering, design, project, and production teams to estimate costs, lead times, and resources.

* Select appropriate materials and systems, advising customers on technical solutions.

* Perform technical calculations for equipment sizing, gas properties, and mechanical stresses.

* Prepare RFQs for suppliers and estimate material and labor costs to determine selling prices.

* Develop technical and commercial proposals, including deviations and clarifications.

* Maintain accurate records of opportunities, bids, and customer interactions.

* Participate in bid clarification meetings, commercial negotiations, and project kick-offs.

* Provide effective handovers to the engineering team for successful projects.

* Support internal departments throughout the project lifecycle.

* Contribute to marketing efforts, updating website content and delivering presentations.

Requirements / Skills

Education

* Essential: Degree in engineering, physical sciences, or mathematics.

* Desirable: Degree in mechanical or chemical engineering.

Experience and Knowledge

* Essential: Experience in the engineering sector or sales/marketing in a technical environment.

* Desirable: Knowledge of rotating machinery, fluid handling equipment, and manufacturing processes.

* Familiarity with ATEX, API standards, materials compatibility, thermodynamics, and acoustic attenuation is advantageous.

Skills and Attributes

* Commercial awareness with excellent communication and organizational skills.

* Strong numerical ability and proficiency in ICT, particularly MS Excel and MS Project.

* Ability to read engineering drawings and P&IDs.

* Self-motivated, team-oriented, and solution-focused with a positive attitude.

Other Points

This role requires flexibility, and additional duties may be assigned as necessary to support business objectives.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic, supportive team where you can apply your technical expertise and contribute to impactful projects across diverse industries