Applications Engineer Technical Proposals in Stamford
Job Description
Are you an experienced Applications Engineer, Proposals Engineer, Technical Sales Engineer, Sales Engineer, Mechanical Engineer or Project Engineer looking for a more varied and commercially focused engineering role?This is a standout opportunity to join a global engineering business delivering highly engineered technology solutions for major customers across the energy, oil and gas, petrochemical, industrial process and power sectors.You will be joining a specialist applications and proposals team, working at the front end of major engineering projects. The role will involve reviewing customer enquiries, interpreting technical requirements, selecting suitable engineered solutions, preparing quotations, developing cost estimates and supporting opportunities from initial enquiry through to confirmed order.This is ideal for someone who enjoys technical problem-solving, customer interaction and commercially focused engineering work, rather than being in a purely design, sales or project delivery role.Whats in it for you?Two bonus schemesCompetitive salary, dependent on experience12% employer pension contribution27 days holiday plus bank holidaysBUPA private healthcareMedicash healthcare supportEmployee Assistance ProgrammeLife insuranceProfessional training and development opportunitiesOpportunity to work alongside world-class engineering teamsGlobal project exposure across Europe and the Middle EastPotential for international travelSupportive, safety-driven working cultureRegular social events and strong team environmentLong-term career development within a global engineering businessPermanent, full-time positionThe RoleAs Applications Engineer Technical Proposals , you will play a key role in developing technical and commercial solutions for customers across a range of industrial and energy-related applications.You will work closely with customers, suppliers, engineers, sales teams and project teams to understand requirements, select appropriate solutions and prepare clear, accurate and commercially sound proposals.This is a varied role offering technical challenge, customer contact, commercial exposure and the chance to influence project outcomes from the very beginning.Key responsibilities will include:Reviewing customer enquiries, specifications and technical requirementsSelecting suitable engineered solutions and equipmentPreparing technical proposals, quotations and commercial submissionsDeveloping cost estimates in line with internal guidelinesSetting product pricing using approved mark-up and commission structuresMaintaining proactive communication with customers during the quotation processSupporting proposal discussions, clarifications and negotiationsVisiting customer sites to discuss requirements, proposals and technical solutionsCoordinating drawings and technical information required for quotationsPreparing clear handover documentation for the project delivery teamSupporting project teams throughout the project lifecycleAnalysing system performance and identifying improvement opportunitiesWorking with mechanical systems involving thermodynamics, heat transfer, combustion and process technologyAbout YouYou will need to be technically confident, commercially aware and comfortable dealing with customers in a professional engineering environment.This role could suit someone from applications engineering, proposals, estimating, technical sales, project engineering or mechanical engineering who wants a role with more customer contact, variety and commercial influence.You will ideally have:Experience as an Applications Engineer, Proposals Engineer, Technical Sales Engineer, Sales Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Project Engineer or Estimating EngineerA background in mechanical engineering, process engineering, energy, oil and gas, petrochemical, power , industrial systems or technical equipmentAbility to interpret customer requirements and develop practical technical solutionsExperience preparing quotations, estimates, technical proposals or commercial submissionsStrong communication and presentation skillsGood analytical and problem-solving abilityConfidence working with customers, suppliers and internal engineering teamsAbility to manage competing priorities and work independentlyA full UK driving licenceUseful but not essential:Engineering degree or equivalent technical qualificationFamiliarity with AutoCADPrevious technical sales or customer-facing engineering experienceNegotiation experience with customers or suppliersExperience with combustion systems, process equipment, heat transfer, thermodynamics, mechanical systems or power equipmentLocationThis is an onsite role based in the Stamford / Oakham / Rutland area .The role may suit candidates based in or around:StamfordOakhamPeterboroughGranthamBourneMarket DeepingUppinghamMelton MowbrayCorbyKetteringSpaldingSleafordLeicesterCandidates will need to be within a realistic daily commute of the site.Apply NowIf you are an Applications Engineer, Proposals Engineer, Technical Sales Engineer, Sales Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Project Engineer or Estimating Engineer looking for a permanent role with excellent benefits, global project exposure and real technical variety, please apply today for immediate consideration.TPBN1_UKTJ