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Proposals Engineer

Swindale Parks RecruitmentNorth Queensferry, Inverkeithing🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 15 Sept 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid role offers a fantastic opportunity to drive significant customer impact within a reputable engineering firm, with excellent compensation and the flexibility to balance your professional and personal life. You'll thrive here if you possess strong analytical and technical skills, enjoy collaborating with diverse teams, and are eager to advance your career in a dynamic environment. Don't miss out on this chance to contribute to exciting projects and grow your expertise!

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
North Queensferry, Inverkeithing, United Kingdom
Posted
5 days ago

Job Description

Excellent Package

Proposals Engineer

Our client, a long-established precision engineering SME business based in Fife is seeking a Proposals Engineer responsible for the development, execution, tracking and communication of quoting activities for new and existing customers.

The Proposals Engineer will lead the estimating process from initial enquiry through to final submission, ensuring estimates are robust, compliant and aligned with business objectives.

Key responsibilities encompass: Producing quotations: Interpreting drawings, specifications & technical documents: Preparing detailed cost breakdowns covering labour, materials, equipment etc; Conducting risk & opportunity assessments; Engaging with suppliers & subcontractors, obtaining competitive quotes & evaluating proposals; Collaborate with managers, engineers and commercial teams; Present estimates & commercial recommendations to leadership; Supporting value engineering initiatives.

We are seeking a Proposals Engineer with experience within an engineering, manufacturing, machining or precision repair environment. You will ideally have a strong understanding of engineering methods and materials, and be experienced in the use of Excel, cost modelling and data analysis

You should have a proven ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously and have relevant qualifications in an engineering field.

Consideration will also be given to senior machinists seeking a career change.

To apply for this Proposals Engineer role please send your CV to Carl Booth via this job portal or if you prefer to engage with Carl in the first instance he can be contacted on 07766552676.


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