Senior Tendering Engineer

Onyx-Conseil; Tamworth; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Tendering Engineer, specializing in Protection & Control systems for critical infrastructure projects. This remote role offers the opportunity to architect technical solutions while collaborating with sales and technical teams in the energy sector. You'll leverage your extensive experience to develop proposals, manage stakeholder relationships, and conduct site surveys. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and offers a competitive benefits package, including flexible working arrangements and professional development support.

Benefits

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Private healthcare

Comprehensive pension scheme

Professional development support

Professional membership fees covered

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in Protection & Control engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of transmission and distribution standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed P&C system architectures for major infrastructure projects.
• Create comprehensive technical proposals and tender responses.

Skills

Protection & Control engineering

Technical proposal development

Commercial awareness

Project management

Tools

SCADA systems

IEC 61850 protocols

Substation automation systems

Job description

Senior Tendering Engineer | Permanent

Remote | Competitive Package

We're partnering with one of the UK's leading system integrators to recruit a Senior Tender Engineer specialising in Protection & Control systems within the transmission and distribution sector.

Role Overview:
You'll be joining a technical team driving critical infrastructure projects across energy, water, and renewables sectors. Working remotely, you'll architect technical solutions while bridging the gap between sales teams and technical delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop detailed P&C system architectures for major infrastructure projects
2. Create comprehensive technical proposals and tender responses
3. Complete pre-qualification documentation and cost estimates
4. Conduct site surveys at transmission and distribution facilities
5. Manage relationships with technology providers and stakeholders
6. Support commercial teams with technical expertise

Required Skills & Experience:

1. 5+ years' hands-on Protection & Control engineering experience
2. In-depth knowledge of transmission and distribution standards
3. Proven track record in technical proposal development
4. Strong commercial awareness and procurement experience
5. Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple projects

Technical Environment:

• Protection relay systems
• SCADA and control systems
• IEC 61850 protocols
• Network architectures
• Substation automation systems

Position Details:

• Role: Senior P&C Tender Engineer
• Type: Permanent
• Location: Remote
• Industry: Energy/Utilities

Benefits Package:

• 28 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible working arrangements
• Private healthcare
• Comprehensive pension scheme
• Professional development support (IEng/CEng)
• Professional membership fees covered

This is an exciting opportunity to shape major infrastructure projects while working with cutting-edge technology in a rapidly evolving sector!

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