Proposal Engineer
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £50,000 £55,000 (Depending on Experience)
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Overview:
We are looking for an experienced Proposal Engineer to join our team in Sheffield. This is a fantastic opportunity offering clear career progression to Bid Manager.
You\’ll play a key role in managing and delivering competitive proposals, tenders, and bids for low-voltage (LV) electrical projects. Working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, you\’ll help us secure new contracts and drive business growth.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead proposal submissions manage the full proposal lifecycle, including technical queries, document preparation, and deadline tracking.
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Prepare PQQs and tenders ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with client requirements.
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Develop commercial proposals create costed bids with input from engineering, procurement, and commercial teams.
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Support sales assist in building strong client proposals and identifying opportunities.
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Collaborate with teams work cross-functionally to improve competitiveness and efficiency.
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Manage risk & compliance ensure proposals meet health & safety, legal, and company standards.
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Build relationships liaise with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors to support successful proposals.
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Maintain records keep accurate logs of proposal activity, versions, and communications.
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Drive improvements contribute to better proposal processes and higher win rates.
Requirements:
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Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering
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Strong understanding of LV Electrical systems
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Background in project-based environments
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Proven experience in proposals, tenders, or bids
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Excellent communication and document writing skills
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Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel & Word)
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Strong attention to detail and organisation
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Proactive and problem-solving mindset
Why Apply?
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Clear pathway to Bid Manager as part of succession planning
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Supportive team environment
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Diverse and challenging projects
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Join a well-respected and growing company in the electrical engineering sector
Interested?
Click apply now, or contact Jamie Garcia-Courtice at Orion Electrotech Aylesbury for more information.
Please Note:
Due to high application volumes, we may not respond to every applicant. If you haven\’t heard from us within 5 working days, please assume your application was unsuccessful. Visit our website for more roles.
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Contact Detail:
Orion Recruiting Team