Special Projects Design Engineer

Special Projects Design Engineer

Closing Date: TBC
Job Location: Nelson HQ or Cannock Office
Contract Type: Full time
Salary: Dependent on previous experience
Hours: 40 hours per week

Typical Responsibilities

• Create winning proposals – prepare and submit accurate quotations that tick every box, from client needs to British Standards.
• Get creative with words – support with technical bid writing, helping craft methodologies and technical documents that really stand out.
• Bring ideas to life – produce conceptual electronic designs and wiring schematics that shape future projects.
• Team up & collaborate – work closely with Sales, Projects, and Design to deliver spot-on quotations to prospective clients.
• Crunch the numbers – help prepare cost breakdowns, profit forecasts, and tidy up tenders so nothing’s missed.
• Hunt for the best deals – gather competitive quotes from suppliers and subcontractors to keep our bids sharp.
• Quality checker – review 3rd-party quotes to make sure everything is fully compliant.
• Be the face of the company – attend initial site meetings, carry out site surveys, and represent us with confidence.
• Keep projects moving – process client sales orders, liaise with engineers, and make sure all job files are ready to roll.
• Pitch in where needed – support with admin, calls, and any other tasks that keep the team running smoothly.

Person Specification

• An electrical based qualification such as City & Guilds, ONC, HNC etc (Desirable)
• Experience within a similar role, designing and costing new installations (Desirable)
• Working knowledge of current British Standards (Desirable)
• Experience of installing life safety and associated systems (Desirable)
• Ability to produce and read technical drawings and specifications (Essential)
• An excellent eye for detail (Essential)
• Ability to consistently produce accurate costs (Essential)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (Essential)
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work individually and as part of a successful team (Essential)
• Creative thinking with the ability to see and implement practical solutions (Essential)
• Proficient using Microsoft computer packages Including Excel, Word, Access and Outlook (Essential)
• Working to deadlines (Essential)
• Enthusiasm and willingness to learn (Essential)
• A full and valid driving license (Desirable)