Proposals Engineer — Power & Energy Solutions

Rehlko; Heanor; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Private healthcare

Life assurance (Death in Service)

25 days annual leave

Long service recognition

Employee perks platform

Job summary

Rehlko is seeking a Proposals Engineer in the United Kingdom to support Sales and Projects by producing accurate estimates, integrating client requirements, and delivering robust tender responses.

You will collaborate with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to interpret needs, build cost-effective solutions, and ensure smooth handovers to project delivery, while maintaining compliance with quality standards.

Qualifications

• Strong technical understanding of mechanical/electrical systems (power generation experience is a bonus).
• Confidence in interpreting technical drawings, specifications, and tender documents.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously.
• Commercial awareness and problem‑solving ability.
• A methodical approach with high attention to detail.
• Excellent communicator, both in-person and over digital channels.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate project estimates, bill of materials, and cost build‑ups.
• Write technical and commercial clarifications as part of tender submissions.
• Review existing proposals and highlight key selling points to support the Sales Team.
• Interpret client enquiry documents and develop conceptual designs and formal tender responses to strict deadlines.
• Review M&E specifications and scopes of supply to ensure compliance and clarity.
• Provide ongoing technical clarifications throughout the tender lifecycle.
• Support the Sales Team with technical input for proposals, consultant reports, and engine selection.
• Prepare and review detailed contract handover files for the Projects Team.
• Update internal database systems with communications and feedback.
• Obtain compliant quotations from subcontractors and supply chain partners.
• Ensure all work aligns with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 quality accreditations.

Skills

Technical understanding

Interpreting drawings

Tender management

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Rehlko is seeking a Proposals Engineer in the United Kingdom to support Sales and Projects by producing accurate estimates, integrating client requirements, and delivering robust tender responses.

You will collaborate with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to interpret needs, build cost-effective solutions, and ensure smooth handovers to project delivery, while maintaining compliance with quality standards.