Tender Engineer

2 weeks ago

Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Hunter Savage Full time

Job 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, you'll 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:

  1. Ideal for engineers seeking to combine technical knowledge with direct client interaction

  2. Flexible working options – onsite, hybrid or remote – with HQ in Rathcoole, Co. Dublin

  3. 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 on , email 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. We're 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.

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