Assistant Technical Proposals Engineer

Description:

Andy File Associates Limited is working as a Recruitment Agency on behalf of our client with regards this Permanent position.
Assistant Technical Proposals Engineer
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm
About Our Client
Our client is a leading manufacturer of high-voltage coils and bars, operating from two state-of-the-art facilities near Sheffield, UK, with over 50 years of industry experience.
They specialise in delivering high-quality coils and bars for high-voltage motors and generators and are trusted by globally recognised engineering and service organisations. As members of leading industry bodies including EASA, NHA, IHA, and the AEMT, they are a respected partner within the power generation and rotating electrical equipment sectors.
With a strong focus on quality, innovation, and service, our client delivers bespoke engineered solutions using advanced technologies and materials. Their 24/7 support model and commitment to extending machinery life helps customers reduce downtime and improve operational efficiency worldwide.
Role Overview
Our client is seeking an Assistant Technical Proposals Engineer to collaborate with, and support the sales and project teams to generate accurate quotations and project plans, increase win rate of opportunities and reduce risk related to large complex projects through comprehensive up-front-tendering activities.
Key Responsibilities:
* To operate at the highest professional and ethical standards at all times;
* Comply with all HSE and Quality standards.
* Meet or exceed KPI’s.
* Supporting the generation of high quality and accurate quotations in a timely manner.
* Review of information about demands and derivation of supply and proposal preparations.
* Clarification of bid conditions and management of the tender preparation.
* Monitoring of the bid management in order to ensure it is aligned with the organization's requirements.
* Contribution in cost and price calculations.
* Coordination of tender reviews and deadlines and adjust them to the frameworks given by the customers.
* Supporting and contributing to the management of the overall performance of the tender process to obtain maximum efficiency, quality, service and profitability for the organization.
* Develop and manage tools for capturing and communicating project complexities at preproduction stages (tendering and pre-production engineering).
* Effective liaison, support and assistance between tender process department and rest of organization.
* Supporting the reporting of opportunity/tender activity on a weekly basis.
* Supporting the development plans for streamlining tender processes.
* Providing support to all other departments with tender-related issues.
* Assist in the development and preparation of the organisation’s tender process strategy and general business planning.
* Maintain accurate records and adhere to all organisation policies and procedures.
* Interact and co-operate with all members of the organisation and its suppliers and customers.
Objectives & Measurements
* Improved quality and accuracy of quotations.
* Improved quality and accuracy of project plans
* Timeliness of tender creation
* Collaboration with sales team, operational function and purchasing function.
* Accuracy of costing
Person Specification – Skills & Knowledge:
Highly motivated.
Strong Problem-solving skills.
Good understanding of tender process management, requirements and dynamics.
Experience with Sage is preferential.
Experience with Salesforce is preferential.
An aptitude for tender process management and customer/supplier relationship management.
High degree of integrity and honesty in all dealings.
Excellent analytical, interpersonal, organisational and communication skills.
A desire to improve products/systems/processed rather than accepting the status quo.
Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively both as part of a team and individually.
Highly motivated to achieve company goals.
Person Specification – General Requirements
Highly motivated
Proactive approach
“Will Do” attitude.
Flexibility with working hours.
Ability to motivate and train others.
Excellent communication skills to all levels.
Exceptional attention to detail and quality.
Benefits include:
A supportive, inclusive and people-focused working environment.
Opportunity to contribute to a growing and innovative global business.
25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service).
Pension contributions matched up to 5% from day one.
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
Company-paid Westfield Healthcare plan, Employee Assistance Program, and wellbeing support (including 24-hour GP helpline and retail discounts).
Death in service benefit (4× salary)