Senior Proposals Engineer

TieTalent; Runcorn; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

5% employer pension contribution

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A leading energy engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Proposals Engineer to lead the development of technical and commercial proposals. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience, strong mechanical or electrical engineering backgrounds, and excellent stakeholder communication skills. This role involves navigating the complete bid lifecycle for large-scale energy projects, making it a pivotal position in shaping sustainable infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in technical proposals or engineering sales.
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical engineering background.
• Proven track record leading complex bid development processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of compelling technical and commercial proposals for large-scale energy projects.
• Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, and Delivery teams throughout the bid lifecycle.
• Identify and manage technical and commercial risks throughout the proposal phase.

Skills

Technical proposals experience

Mechanical engineering background

Leadership in bid development

Stakeholder communication

Risk and value analysis

Education

Relevant engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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A recognised leader in sustainable energy engineering, our client delivers complex, integrated solutions across combined heat and power (CHP). With a global presence and a strong UK base in the North West, they are expanding their proposals team to strengthen bidding capability across key sectors driving the energy transition.

If youre an experienced engineer with strong commercial insight and thrive in technically strategic roles, this is your opportunity to shape and secure high-impact energy projects from bid to execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of compelling technical and commercial proposals for large-scale energy projects.
• Interpret RFQs and technical specifications to align customer needs with engineered solutions.
• Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, and Delivery teams throughout the bid lifecycle.
• Organise site visits, supplier meetings, and subcontractor discussions to inform accurate scoping and costing.
• Support and guide Sales Engineers during client engagements and tender clarifications.
• Identify and manage technical and commercial risks throughout the proposal phase.
• Prepare RFQs for suppliers and subcontractors; review quotations and integrate them into final bids.
• Act as the primary customer contact for all proposal-related matters.
• Ensure seamless handover of successful bids to project execution teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement within the proposals function.
• Drive compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards.
  
  

Requirements Essential:

• 5+ years of experience in technical proposals or engineering sales.
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical engineering background.
• Proven track record leading complex bid development processes.
• Skilled in interpreting technical documentation and negotiating commercial terms.
• Excellent stakeholder communication and coordination skills.
• Commercial awareness with a focus on risk and value analysis.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
  
  

Whats on Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with extended entitlement for long service.
• Holiday buy/sell scheme.
• 5% employer pension contribution.
• Hybrid working options.
• Career development through a certified in-house training department.
  
  

Apply Now This is a standout opportunity to be at the forefront of low-carbon energy engineering. If youre a commercially driven engineer ready to lead bids that shape the future of sustainable infrastructure, we want to hear from you.

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