Proposal Engineer

Proposals Engineer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and motivated Proposals Engineer to join a well-established engineering team supporting major utility providers across the UK. This role involves developing technical and commercial proposals for a variety of infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects.

You’ll play a key part in shaping innovative, low-carbon engineering solutions from initial site visits and feasibility assessments to producing detailed costed proposals and supporting the handover to delivery teams.

Key Responsibilities of the Proposals Engineer include:

• Conduct site surveys and attend client meetings to assess project requirements
• Prepare detailed and competitive technical proposals and bid documentation
• Interpret and respond to Invitation to Tender (ITT) and Request for Information (RFI) documents
• Produce feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for proposed solutions
• Develop and mark up P&IDs and SLDs to support bid submissions
• Estimate project costs, size equipment, and issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs)
• Collaborate with clients on concept development and value engineering
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to manage technical input and reduce risk
• Ensure accurate records are maintained throughout the proposal development process
• Support handover of successful bids to the project delivery team

What We're Looking For

• Background in engineering (process, mechanical, electrical, civil, or ICA)
• Experience working in the utilities sector, particularly in consultancy or contractor environments
• Proven ability to develop technical proposals and commercial estimates
• Comfortable working independently on-site and managing multiple inputs
• Strong communication skills and confidence liaising with internal and external stakeholders
• Familiarity with technical drawing development and review (P&IDs, SLDs)
• Experience with regulated utility frameworks is highly desirable

What’s on Offer

• Involvement in major UK utility frameworks with leading providers
• Career development opportunities in a growing infrastructure group
• Hybrid working and flexible work/life balance
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
• A collaborative, forward-thinking engineering environment