Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailJob Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailJob Title: Tender Engineer
Description:
We are hiring for our client a well-established leader in the switchgear industry who is seeking a skilled Tender Engineer to join their team. This Tender Engineer role is an excellent opportunity for a technically qualified Engineer looking to move away from a purely technical role into a more client-facing position. Working closely with the Sales Director youll use your engineering expertise to review client requirements prepare accurate and competitive quotation documentation and play a key part in securing business within mission-critical low-voltage switchgear projects.
Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:
Ideal for engineers seeking to combine technical knowledge with direct client interaction
Flexible working options onsite hybrid or remote with HQ in Rathcoole Co. Dublin
Salary negotiable based on experience with excellent benefits available
The Role:
Take ownership of assigned switchgear tender processes from enquiry through to tender submission
Review customer specifications documents and drawings to ensure compliance with tender requirements
Prepare detailed and precise switchgear project quotations and tender documents
Work closely with the Sales Director to align proposals with customer needs
Collaborate with colleagues across teams for material and labour requirements
Update internal pricing and design templates to reflect industry developments and best practices
Maintain regular communication with customers to clarify requirements and provide timely updates
Follow up proactively on quoted projects
Ensure accurate completion of internal documentation and adherence to procedures
Keep up to date with industry standards (IEC BS EN) trends and health & safety requirements
Support continuous improvement initiatives and maintain a safe tidy workspace
The Person:
Engineering qualification (Degree or Electrical Trade)
Technical understanding of switchgear is highly desirable
Experience working on tenders exceeding 5 million in sectors like pharmaceutical industrial or data centres is an advantage
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills to work directly with clients and colleagues
Proven ability to prioritise workloads and meet bid deadlines under pressure
Fluent English with exceptional written and verbal communication
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; SAP Business One experience is beneficial
Eligible to work in Ireland (valid work permit if required); full driving licence is an advantage
The Reward:
Negotiable salary depending on experience
Full-time permanent position with flexible working options
Benefits include Employee Assistance Programme bike-to-work scheme regular social events and free parking
Opportunity to build a client-focused career in a supportive professional environment
Next Steps Why Hunter Savage
For further information and to apply for this Tender Engineer job please contact Dominic Heron onemail or visit our website for a full list of opportunities within Engineering & Manufacturing.
At Hunter Savage our specialist recruitment consultancy approach and deep sector insight help you make the right move in your career. Were committed to building long-term relationships and guiding talented professionals towards opportunities that offer true growth potential.
Salary details are negotiable based on experience and expertise. We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria depending on response calibre.
Full-Time