Tendering Engineer

NES Fircroft; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier engineering staffing provider in Dubai is seeking a qualified professional with a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of 6 years of experience in tendering and proposals within the Oil & Gas or EPC sectors. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in rotating equipment and excellent negotiation skills. This is a key role that requires managing multiple tenders. Competitive compensation and benefits provided.

Benefits

Market-leading benefits package

Accommodation support

Visa and work permit assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in tendering, proposals, and cost estimation in Oil & Gas or EPC sector.
• Strong background in rotating equipment, including pumps and gas compressors.
• Experience with O&M contracts and EPC project bidding is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of technical specifications and project execution workflows.
• Familiarity with international codes and standards (API, ISO, ASME, etc.).

Skills

Tendering and proposals expertise

Cost estimation

Strong communication skills

Coordination and negotiation skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP or tendering software

Job description

Experience / Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Minimum 6 years of experience in tendering, proposals, and cost estimation within the Oil & Gas or EPC sector.
• Strong background in rotating equipment, including pumps and gas compressors.
• Experience with O&M contracts and EPC project bidding is highly desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with ERP or tendering software is a plus.
• Strong understanding of technical specifications, project execution workflows, and commercial terms.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tenders simultaneously.
• Familiarity with international codes and standards (API, ISO, ASME, etc.).

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market‑leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.