My client, an established leading manufacturer of components and assemblies for aerospace, petrochemical and general industrial markets, are currently looking to recruit an experienced Sales Estimator / Proposals Engineer to join their Commercial / Sales Team.My client, an established leading manufacturer of components and assemblies for aerospace, petrochemical and general industrial markets, are currently looking to recruit an experienced Sales Estimator / Proposals Engineer to join their Commercial / Sales Team. We would also be interested in speaking to Graduates with 1-2 years experience and a relevent qualification in either Mechanical Engineering and/or Business. Key Responsibilities: Receive and review Purchase Order Requisitions from Customers Prepare estimates from client&x2019;s enquiry packages for review and pricing by the Proposals Manager. Review client specifications & Prepare quotations Liaise with manufacturing departments in the process of preparing bid documents Liaise between departments and suppliers Ensure you work safely throughout all activities in line with the company&x2019;s safety standards and procedures Review and analyse client requests for proposals RFPs and specifications to determine project requirements Collaborate with engineering, sales, project management, and other internal teams to gather necessary information for proposal development Develop detailed and accurate technical and commercial proposals, including scope of work, cost estimates, schedules, and project plans Ensure compliance with company policies, client requirements, and industry standards in all proposals Prepare and present proposal documents and presentations to clients, as required Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, competitive landscape, and technical advancements Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain necessary quotations and technical data Manage multiple proposal projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and submission Candidate Requirements: Previous experience working in estimating and/or sales, ideally within an industrial engineering and/or manufacturing sector The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings Have a good understanding of Welds, Fabrication and Stainless Alloys Previous fabrication / welding experience would be highly desirable Strong organisation skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively across all levels of business, both internally and externally