Proposal Engineer

Black & Grey HR; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Proposal Engineer in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and 4-5 years of experience in proposal engineering and technical sales, preferably with a focus on the fire and safety sector. Responsibilities include developing technical proposals, cost estimations, and collaborating with various internal teams to ensure compliance and accuracy. Attractive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Attractive Salary & Benefits

Qualifications

• 4 to 5 years of experience in proposal engineering or technical sales.
• Prior experience in the fire and safety field is an advantage.
• Solid knowledge of cost estimation and pricing models.

Responsibilities

• Analyze client requirements and develop technical and commercial proposals.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates ensuring competitiveness.
• Collaborate with teams including engineering and procurement.

Skills

Technical proposal preparation

Cost estimation

Analytical problem-solving

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Engineering design tools

ERP systems

MS Office Suite

Job description

Black & Grey HR is recruiting for a leading provider of integrated products services and customized engineering solutions company in Abu Dhabi UAE. Our client is looking for a Proposal Engineer having experience in technical proposal preparation and cost estimation preferably within the fire and safety industry. Candidates with a background in Instrumentation, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering are encouraged to apply. This role involves managing the end‑to‑end proposal development process for engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Proposal Development & Cost Estimation
   • Analyze client requirements and develop comprehensive technical and commercial proposals.
   • Prepare accurate cost estimates ensuring competitiveness and profitability.
   • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including engineering, procurement and operations.
   • Ensure all proposals comply with client specifications, industry standards and internal guidelines.
2. Client & Stakeholder Communication
   • Interact with clients to understand technical needs and address queries.
   • Support business development and sales teams with proposal content and pricing insights.
   • Assist in negotiations by providing technical and commercial justifications.
3. Product Research & Development
   • Stay updated on new technologies and products relevant to the company’s offerings.
   • Conduct research to propose optimal tailored solutions.
   • Evaluate vendors and suppliers for quality and cost‑effectiveness.
4. Internal Support & Collaboration
   • Guide internal teams on technical and commercial proposal matters.
   • Contribute to improving proposal processes and documentation practices.
   • Work closely with finance and operations to ensure accuracy in proposals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 4 to 5 years of experience in proposal engineering or technical sales.
• Prior experience in the fire and safety field is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in engineering design tools, ERP systems and MS Office Suite.
• Strong analytical and technical problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent technical writing and documentation abilities.
• Solid knowledge of cost estimation and pricing models.
• Ability to research, evaluate and recommend engineering solutions.
• Effective communication, negotiation and teamwork skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.

Benefits

• Attractive Salary & Benefits.

If you meet the above requirements and are ready to take the next step in your engineering career we would love to hear from you!