Tendering Engineer: Power Gen & High-Value Projects

Prime Appointments; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Appointments is seeking a Tendering Engineer in Ipswich to own the tendering process for bespoke generator and power-generation packages. You will work with Sales, Engineering, Procurement and Product teams to gather technical information, pricing and lead times, and to prepare accurate, commercially competitive tenders and proposals.

This role offers exposure to high-value projects across industrial, infrastructure, marine and defence sectors, with a negotiable salary and a path to

Qualifications

• Experience in tendering, estimating or technical sales.
• Experience in power generation or engineered equipment is advantageous.
• Good understanding of diesel/gas generators and power systems is desirable.
• Excellent written communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Commercial awareness of costs, margins and pricing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the tender process for bespoke generator and power generation packages.
• Interpret customer specifications, drawings and tender documentation to confirm compliance and identify potential risks.
• Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Procurement and Product teams to gather technical information, pricing and lead times.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates, pricing schedules and technical proposals in line with company margins.
• Manage tender deadlines and support post-tender clarification, negotiation and project handover.
• Maintain tender templates, technical data sheets, standard clauses and bid records.
• Identify and proactively manage risks throughout the tender process.
• Provide regular updates to management on tender progress and opportunities.

Skills

Tendering

Estimating

Technical sales

Power generation knowledge

MS Office

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Prime Appointments is seeking a Tendering Engineer in Ipswich to own the tendering process for bespoke generator and power-generation packages. You will work with Sales, Engineering, Procurement and Product teams to gather technical information, pricing and lead times, and to prepare accurate, commercially competitive tenders and proposals.

This role offers exposure to high-value projects across industrial, infrastructure, marine and defence sectors, with a negotiable salary and a path to