Proposals Engineer and Documentation Engineer

Orion Electrotech; Apperknowle; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Electrotech is seeking a Technical Proposals & Documentation Engineer to join our growing engineering business in the UK. You will translate technical information into professional proposals, reports, and business documents, working closely with sales, engineering, and operations.

The role focuses on producing quotations, cost estimates, and compliance documentation, while maintaining RAMS, SOPs, and ERP-driven records to drive project success.

Qualifications

• Background in mechanical engineering or related technical field.
• Strong technical writing and documentation abilities.
• Experience producing quotations, estimates, or project documentation.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed technical proposals, quotations, and cost estimates for bespoke projects.
• Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to develop customer-focused solutions.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports and compliance documentation.
• Create and maintain RAMS and SOPs.
• Manage project documentation and keep records in ERP and business systems.
• Support standardisation and continuous improvement of internal docs.
• Act as the link between sales, design, manufacturing and installation teams.
• Support quality and compliance through accurate documentation.

Skills

Technical writing

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Mechanical engineering background

Manufacturing experience

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office / IT skills

Technical documentation tools

Job description

We are recruiting for a Technical Proposals & Documentation Engineer to join a growing engineering business. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised technical professional who enjoys working with engineering documentation, proposals, estimating, compliance, and process improvement.

The Role

Working closely with sales, engineering, and operational teams, you will play a key role in ensuring technical information is accurately translated into professional proposals, reports, and business documentation.

Key responsibilities include:

• The Proposals & Documentation Engineer will be producing detailed technical proposals, quotations, and cost estimates for bespoke engineering projects.
• Collaborating with sales and engineering teams to develop customer-focused technical solutions.
• Preparing high-quality technical reports and compliance documentation.
• Creating and maintaining Risk Assessments, Method Statements (RAMS), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Managing project documentation and maintaining accurate records through ERP and business systems.
• Supporting the standardisation and continuous improvement of internal documentation processes.
• The Proposals & Documentation Engineer will be acting as a key link between sales, design, manufacturing, and installation teams to ensure accurate project information is communicated throughout the project lifecycle.
• Supporting quality and compliance requirements through accurate and professional documentation.

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• A background in mechanical engineering, manufacturing, or a related technical environment is ideal
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
• Experience producing quotations, estimates, technical proposals, or project documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong IT skills with the ability to quickly learn and utilise new software systems.
• The ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and professionally.
• A proactive approach with a focus on quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Desirable Experience

• Experience using ERP systems.
• Knowledge of industrial manufacturing processes or engineered systems.
• Familiarity with compliance documentation, technical reporting, or engineering standards.
• Experience within a project-based engineering or manufacturing environment.