Project Proposal Engineer

Emerson Electric; Stockport; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Stockport is seeking a Project Proposal Engineer to develop technical and commercial proposals for mid to large scale projects. This role involves ensuring compliance, managing RFQs, and supporting project management teams while fostering a collaborative work culture.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in English (verbal and written).
• Experience managing major project work, especially with EPC contractors.

Responsibilities

• Logging all Request for Quotation (RFQ) accurately into the sales CRM system.
• Preparing and issuing inquiries to selected vendors, evaluating their proposals.
• Supporting Project and Order Management to ensure successful order completion.

Skills

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Qualification in an engineering field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Oracle

Job description

Are you eager to take your career to the next level? If yes, we encourage your application for Project Proposal Engineer role!

In this position, you will build technical and commercial proposals for UK mid to large skills projects. You will meet customer due dates, provide quality proposals, and offer post-order execution support to reduce commercial risk while maintaining high service standards for both internal and external customers. Once an order is received, it will be the project engineer's responsibility to load the order into the system and ensure a smooth handover to facilities and the Order/Project Management team.

Joining us as a Project Proposal Engineer in Stockport provides a strong foundation for your future career within Emerson. We support career advancement and offer tangible development opportunities!

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

1. Logging all Request for Quotation (RFQ) accurately into the sales CRM system and providing feedback on quotes as needed.
2. Preparing and issuing inquiries to selected vendors, evaluating their proposals, and ensuring high-quality, compliant proposals are prepared and submitted within agreed timelines. Address bid clarification requests promptly and revise proposals accordingly.
3. Reviewing customer Purchase Orders (POs) against project quotations and clarifications for technical and commercial compliance, addressing anomalies, and requesting PO amendments when necessary.
4. Processing orders in the Oracle system, ensuring all relevant information is included to communicate requirements to suppliers and colleagues.
5. Supporting Project and Order Management to ensure successful order completion, including handling PO amendments, defending, and strengthening contracts concerning risk and profitability, while maintaining good relationships with customers.
6. Being a valuable member of the Bid Management team, contributing regularly to departmental/management meetings.
7. Ensuring full compliance with legal and company requirements regarding Trade Compliance and Ethical Business, following vital procedures.

Who You Are:

You collaborate effectively with others to get work done. You acquire data from diverse sources to solve problems and provide timely, helpful information across the organization. You build and deliver solutions that meet customer expectations, break down objectives into actionable initiatives, and stay updated on new communication technologies.

For This Role, You Will Need:

1. Qualification in an engineering field or relevant experience demonstrated clearly.
2. Proficiency in English (verbal and written).
3. Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

1. Experience managing major project work, especially with EPC contractors.
2. Experience selling within a multi-product line engineering business.
3. Strong commercial knowledge and business acumen.
4. Knowledge of business systems such as Oracle.

Our Culture and Commitment to You

At Emerson, we value a workplace where every employee is respected and empowered to grow. We foster innovation, collaboration, and diversity—believing that great ideas come from diverse teams. We are committed to your ongoing career development and cultivating an inclusive culture through mentorship, training, and leadership opportunities, helping you make a lasting impact. We believe that diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering results.