Proposals Engnieer

Workshop Recruitment; Stonehouse; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual pay reviews

Generous bonus scheme

Contributory pension scheme

33 days' annual leave

Life assurance

Income protection

Employee support & perks package

Free on-site car parking

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

Workshop Recruitment in Gloucester is seeking a Proposals Engineer for a permanent, predominantly office-based role. You will interpret customer requirements, specifications and P&IDs, develop equipment proposals and work closely with engineering, design, production and project teams to establish costs, lead times and technical requirements.

The role offers a technical sales focus with opportunities to develop specialist expertise in materials, flow-control and instrumentation systems, and to

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical/chemical engineering or related field.
• Experience in engineering/manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read P&IDs and other engineering documentation.
• Strong numerical ability with data handling.
• Experience in proposals, estimating or technical sales is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Review enquiries, data sheets and commercial requirements.
• Develop accurate technical and commercial proposals for engineered equipment packages.
• Liaise with engineering/design teams for configurations.
• Select materials, flow-control and instrumentation systems.
• Perform calculations for sizing, densities, pressures, flows, power and torque.
• Prepare supplier RFQs and estimate costs.
• Maintain bid records and support customer meetings and handovers.

Skills

P&IDs reading

Numerical ability

Engineering documentation

Proposal/estimating experience

Communication skills

Problem solving

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, physical science, engineering or mathematics

Job description

Proposals Engineer

Gloucester

£30,000 - £40,000

Permanent

A growing specialist engineering business is looking for a Proposals Engineer to join its established sales team. Due to continued growth in customer enquiries, this is an opportunity to join a busy technical environment where the focus is on developing accurate proposals rather than generating new leads.

This is a predominantly office-based role with a strong technical focus. You will interpret customer requirements, specifications and P&IDs, develop equipment solutions and work closely with engineering, design, production and project teams to establish costs, lead times and technical requirements.

The Proposals Engineer will have the opportunity to develop specialist technical and commercial expertise, making this a long-term career opportunity for someone who enjoys engineering, problem-solving and working directly with customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Review customer enquiries, data sheets, specifications, P&IDs and commercial requirements.
• Develop accurate technical and commercial proposals for engineered equipment packages.
• Liaise with engineering and design teams to establish suitable equipment configurations.
• Select appropriate materials, flow-control, sealing, cooling and instrumentation systems.
• Perform calculations covering equipment sizing, gas densities, pressure losses, flows, power and torque.
• Prepare supplier RFQs and estimate material, labour and manufacturing costs.
• Prepare technical and commercial deviations and clarifications.
• Maintain bid records, follow up opportunities and support customer meetings and project handovers.

Skills & Knowledge Required

• Degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, physical science, engineering or mathematics.
• Experience working within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read P&IDs and other engineering documentation.
• Knowledge of fluid-handling equipment and/or rotating machinery.
• Strong numerical ability and confidence working with technical data.
• Previous proposals, estimating or internal technical sales experience is desirable.
• Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Annual Pay Review - Regular company-wide pay reviews, alongside individual merit award reviews.
• Standard Working Hours: Monday to Thursday: 8:30am - 5:00pm - Friday: 8:30am - 1:00pm
• Generous Bonus Scheme - Rewarding performance and contribution.
• Contributory Pension Scheme - Helping you plan for your future.
• 33 Days' Annual Leave - Including 8 statutory bank holidays, plus access to their Flexible Holiday Trading Scheme.
• Life Assurance - Available following the qualifying period.
• Income Protection Plan - Available following the qualifying period.
• Employee Support & Perks Package - A range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing and enhance your employee experience.
• Free On-Site Car Parking.
• Learning & Development Opportunities - We invest in our people through ongoing training, development and career growth opportunities