Technical Proposals Coordinator - Controls Systems

Baker Hughes; Ashby-de-la-Zouch; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy technology company in Ashby-de-la-Zouch seeks a Tendering Engineer to manage customer inquiries related to Controls & Automation products. Responsibilities include preparing competitive proposals and coordinating with internal teams. Required qualifications include HNC in Electrical/Controls Engineering and experience in proposal preparation. Flexible working hours available.

Benefits

Contemporary work-life balance policies

Comprehensive private medical care options

Life insurance and disability programs

Qualifications

• HNC or equivalent experience in Electrical/Controls Engineering.
• 1-2 years experience in preparing proposals for electrical/control systems.
• Understanding of electrical systems, generator control, and Power Management Systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and submission of technical and commercial proposals.
• Coordinate with internal departments to develop competitive proposals.
• Manage documentation handover to project teams and evaluate costs.

Skills

Electrical/Controls Engineering knowledge

Proposal preparation

Cost estimating principles

Technical drawing interpretation

Customer relationship management

Education

HNC in Electrical/Controls Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Tendering Engineer- Controls & Automation Products

Are you passionate about being part of a successful team?

Are you passionate about providing commercial solutions?

Join our Baker Hughes Team!

We deliver innovative, integrated, and secure engineered solutions for some of the most challenging critical process applications on the planet. With a global reputation for product excellence and dedicated customer service, we support power distribution and power network sectors with intelligent, engineering-led solutions and highly acclaimed technical services that they can rely on.

Partner with the best

Responsibilities

As a Tendering Engineer, you will be responsible for managing customer inquiries related to Controls & Automation products. You will coordinate with internal departments to develop competitive proposals and ensure successful outcomes across assigned markets and regions.

• Lead the preparation, coordination, and submission of technical and commercial proposals.
• Accurately assess customer inquiries, ensuring timely and appropriate responses.
• Manage all aspects of tendering, including documentation handover to project teams.
• Evaluate and consolidate costs (materials, engineering, third-party, production) and ensure internal approvals via the Tender Approval Form (TAF).
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Sales, Engineering, Procurement, etc.) in the UK and internationally to meet deadlines and deliver coherent proposals.
• Facilitate technical clarifications with clients, ensuring alignment and closure of all open points before purchase order placement.
• Support post-tender negotiations and contract variations, and provide handover support to Project Managers.
• Maintain and develop customer relationships, working closely with Sales and Project Managers to assess satisfaction and identify opportunities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the tendering process.
• Provide support to colleagues during periods of high workload, absence, or leave.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role you shall have:

• HNC or equivalent experience in Electrical/Controls Engineering (ideally controls system).
• Experience in preparing proposals for electrical/control systems (ideally 1-2 years minimum).
• Knowledge of estimating principles, cost structures, and commercial awareness.
• Familiarity with contractual terms and conditions.
• Technical understanding of electrical systems, generator control, Automatic Voltage Regulators, excitation systems, and Power Management Systems (PMS).
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings (e.g., Single Line Diagrams) and specifications.
• Supporting the sales team and collaborating and communicating with internal and external parties.
• Should have permanent right to work in the UK.

Work Style

Work in a way that works for you

We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:

• Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit in everything and work when you are most productive.

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

Working for you

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:

• Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
• Comprehensive private medical care options
• Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
• Tailored financial programs
• Additional elected or voluntary benefits

About Us

We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.

Join Us

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let’s come together and take energy forward.

Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.