Role: Tendering  Engineer

Location: Derbyshire

Salary: £45,000 - £65,000 Dependant on Experience

Are you a detail-driven professional with a passion for delivering high-quality project proposals? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where collaboration and technical expertise are key? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join a leading engineering solutions provider as a Tendering Engineer!

About the Role

Working for a company who specialise in innovative control and automation systems for critical infrastructure, driving sustainability and supporting a net-zero future. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of engineering and business development. You’ll be responsible for preparing tender submissions, developing cost estimates, and ensuring high-quality proposal documentation. The role requires an understanding of PLC/SCADA control systems and the ability to support directors in crafting complex, high-value tenders.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain costing and proposal templates.
• Monitor tender portals and update the CRM system with new opportunities.
• Lead the preparation of minor project tenders, including cost breakdowns and proposals.
• Support directors in the creation of high-value, complex tender submissions.
• Produce accurate and timely sales reports.
• Manage sales documentation, client communications, and marketing materials.

What We’re Looking For

• HNC (or higher) in an engineering discipline (electrical/electronic/software).
• Experience in a tendering role.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Project).
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• A proactive and collaborative approach.
• Bonus: Experience in social value, sustainability, and governance within tender responses.

Perks of the Job

• Flexible working hours and holidays
• Your birthday off with pay
• Sick pay and pension contribution
• Profit share bonus
• £500/year for activities with friends and family
• Employee wellbeing program with 24/7 helpline
• Free use of the onsite gym
   

You will be based at our clients HQ but will also visit client sites across the UK. Standard working week is 40 hours with a flexible working hours scheme and an early finish on a Friday!

If you thrive in a structured, fast-paced environment and enjoy the challenge of developing winning proposals, this role offers an exciting opportunity to grow your career. Apply Now!