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Tendering Engineer - Automation Controls

Webber Hughes Ltd
Leicester Full-time GBP 55,000 – 60,000
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Tendering Engineer - Automation Controls

Leicester

£55-60k doe + great benefits

  • Do you have experience preparing technical and commercial tenders within automation, control systems or M&E projects?

  • Are you confident in producing detailed costings and project programmes using tools such as Excel and Microsoft Project?

  • Do you have a solid understanding of PLC/SCADA systems and their application within engineering projects?

  • Interested in working for a true industry leader in their field?

This is a great opportunity to work for a specialist automation business, expanding their team on the back of recent contract wins and significant investment.

You’ll play a key role in preparing and managing tenders, working closely with senior leadership to develop accurate, competitive and compelling proposals for automation and control system projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare technical and commercial tenders for automation projects

  • Develop costings, programmes and proposal documentation

  • Monitor tender portals and manage opportunities through the CRM system

  • Support directors on complex bids and structured tender submissions

  • Produce and maintain standard costing and proposal templates

  • Compile sales reports and maintain accurate documentation

  • Assist with client engagement, sales materials and enquiries

About You:
  • Experience in a Tendering or Proposals role within automation, controls or M&E environments

  • Strong knowledge of PLC/SCADA systems and project delivery

  • Ability to produce detailed costings and tender programmes

  • High attention to detail with strong organisational skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project

  • Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively

Benefits include supportive working environment with personal development plans, annual pay reviews, opportunities to progress, enhanced holiday allowance, on-site gym, flexi time around core hours, overtime rates and more!

Interested? Click to apply!

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