Strategic Proposals Engineer – Power & Energy Solutions

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company car and fuel card

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Long service recognition

Employee perks and discount platform

Career progression

Job summary

Rehlko in the United Kingdom is seeking a Proposals Engineer to support Sales and Projects by developing accurate, competitive tender responses and cost-build ups. You'll collaborate with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to interpret requirements and deliver technically robust proposals.

The role emphasizes handling multiple tenders, providing technical clarifications, and ensuring handovers into delivery, with ISO standards compliance.

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

Tender interpretation

Cost build-ups

Multi-tender management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

UK driving licence

Job description

Rehlko in the United Kingdom is seeking a Proposals Engineer to support Sales and Projects by developing accurate, competitive tender responses and cost-build ups. You'll collaborate with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to interpret requirements and deliver technically robust proposals.

The role emphasizes handling multiple tenders, providing technical clarifications, and ensuring handovers into delivery, with ISO standards compliance.