Electrical Engineer - Tender & Cost Estimation Expert

Suir Engineering Ltd; Waterford; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave

Company Pension contributions - no_w

Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

Private Health Insurance contribution

Life and Disability cover

EAP for employees and their families

Educational Assistance, CPD, Charter-

Upskilling opportunities

International assignments to Sweden, 3

Job summary

Suir Engineering Ltd invites an Electrical Engineer to join our Waterford-based team. You will prepare electrical cost estimates and tender submissions across data centre, pharma, industrial and energy sectors, while reviewing client specs, drawings and tender requirements.

You will liaise with suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams to deliver robust proposals and bid-ready documentation. Ideal candidates hold a third-level degree in Electrical Engineering and have 3+ years of relevant

Qualifications

• Third level degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Experience in preparing cost estimates and tender submissions.
• Proven ability to review drawings, specifications and tender documents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate electrical cost estimates and tender submissions for large-scale projects.
• Review client specifications, drawings and tender documents to identify deliverables and risks.
• Collaborate with teams to develop technical and commercial proposals.
• Attend tender reviews and support bid strategy discussions.
• Source quotations from suppliers and subcontractors to ensure competitive submissions.

Skills

Tendering

Cost estimates

Electrical design

Sourcing quotations

Communication skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

CAD/AutoCAD

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Engineer to join Suir Engineering Ltd. This position will be based in Waterford and based in our estimating department

Here in Suir Engineering we are a leading international provider of innovative Mechanical, Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering Solutions. Our core sectors are Energy, Power and Renewables, Pharma, Food & Beverage, and Data Centres. We provide best in class contracting solutions with in-house, flexible resources capable of delivering a personable and consistent service to our customers. Over the past 40 years we have delivered projects for Irish and multinational clients across the globe. We are currently expanding significantly, and are delivering large scale projects across Ireland, the U.K, Germany, Denmark, and Sweden.

We recognise that continued business success depends on our commitment to and development of our people. We are determined to create a diverse and equal workforce and to ensure our company appeals to the best and brightest people. We wish for all employees to realise their full potential and have the opportunity to grow and develop during their career with Suir. We are also working continuously to promote a culture of positive wellbeing through our wellbeing programmes and supports to employees and their families through our Employee Assistance Programme and the Lighthouse Club.

What You Will Be Doing

• Prepare accurate electrical cost estimates and tender submissions for large-scale projects across Data Centre, Pharmaceutical, Industrial and Energy sectors.
• Review client specifications, drawings, scope documents and tender requirements to identify key project deliverables and risks.
• Carry out quantity take-offs and material assessments from electrical drawings and technical documentation.
• Source and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors to ensure competitive and compliant tender submissions.
• Collaborate with engineering, project management and commercial teams to develop robust technical and commercial proposals.
• Assist in value engineering exercises and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or compliance.
• Prepare detailed bid documentation, pricing schedules and supporting technical submissions.
• Analyse tender returns and maintain estimating databases and historical cost information.
• Attend tender review meetings and contribute to bid strategy discussions.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers and internal stakeholders throughout the tendering process to clarify technical requirements.
  
  

Is this job for me?

• Suitable Candidates must have a third level degree in Electrical Engineering with 3+ years’ experience working as an Electrical Engineer.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience working in mission critical sectors.
• Ability to prioritise workload according to deadlines together with a high attention to detail.
• Ability to influence colleagues at all levels.
• Enjoy working as part of a high performing team.
  
  

In return from Suir Engineering

• 23 days annual leave
• Company Pension contributions - no waiting periods
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Private Health Insurance contribution
• Life and Disability cover
• EAP for employees and their families
• Educational Assistance, CPD, Chartership supports and upskilling opportunities.
• Opportunities for international assignments to work on one of our European projects in Sweden, Denmark, or Germany.
  
  

Our way of working

Our way of workingis called the Suir Way, designed to help us on a journey of continuous improvement.

• Our people are empowered to make changes to ensure a quality install through effective ways of working.
• Our people have a voice and feel empowered.
• We have an in-built culture of innovation, learning and continuous improvement.
• Value is delivered every step of the journey.Our efficient processes deliver value.
• We have a standard, consistent and fully integrated health, safety, environment, and quality system within the business.
  
  

Suir Engineering are an equal opportunities employer, we value our greatest asset …. our People