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Permanent

Proposals Engineer

Proactive Global
Kingston upon Hull
money-bag £40000 - £60000/annum
Posted: 11 August 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 10 September 2026
Ref: 225478105

We are seeking a Proposals Engineer to join an innovative engineering business delivering large-scale automated systems and advanced material handling solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping technically robust and commercially competitive proposals for complex engineering projects.-Working closely with sales,-engineering-and project delivery teams, you will manage proposal opportunities from-initial-concept through to submission, helping to secure projects that-utilise-the latest technologies within automation and-logistics.-

Key Responsibilities-

  • Lead and manage proposal activities from enquiry to submission.-

  • Review customer specifications,-ITTs-and RFPs,-identifying-key technical and commercial requirements.-

  • Develop winning bid strategies alongside Business Development Managers and senior stakeholders.-

  • Coordinate bid kick-off meetings and manage proposal timelines.-

  • Produce clear,-compelling-and technically-accurate-proposal documentation.-

  • Prepare cost estimates and manage bid budgets.-

  • Liaise with suppliers,-subcontractors-and internal teams to obtain technical and commercial information.-

  • Support concept development through collaboration with design teams and the creation of simple layouts using Revit where-appropriate.-

  • Coordinate customer clarification and RFI processes.-

  • Present proposals internally for bid approval and support project handover following successful awards.-

Essential Requirements-

  • HNC (or equivalent) in Engineering, Construction, or-a related-discipline.-

  • Experience with estimating, pricing-methodologies-and procurement processes.-

  • Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel,-Word-and PowerPoint.-

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.-

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.-

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.-

  • Experience reviewing and interpreting technical drawings.-

  • Understanding of-risk identification and mitigation.-

  • Strong stakeholder management and team collaboration skills.-

Desirable Experience-

  • HND or-Bachelor''s degree in Engineering-or-a related-discipline.-

  • Previous-experience as a Proposals Engineer, Bid Coordinator, Estimator, Project-Engineer-or Technical Design Engineer.-

  • Experience using AutoCAD or Revit.-

  • Knowledge of automation, material handling,-logistics-or industrial engineering sectors.-

  • Awareness of current industry trends and customer requirements.-

Why Join?-

  • Work on-cutting-edge-automation projects.-

  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams.-

  • Opportunities for career development and progression.-

  • Exposure to high-value, technically challenging projects.-

  • A dynamic and supportive working environment.-

If you are a technically minded engineer with strong commercial awareness and a passion for delivering winning proposals, we would love to hear from you.-

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