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Senior Proposals Engineer (Topside)
Proserv
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Source date: 11/6/2026
About this role
Join Proserv in Great Yarmouth as Senior Proposals Engineer, leading complex topside bids and shaping competitive technical solutions for global energy customers. About Us Proserv is a global controls technology company with a heritage stretching back more than 60 years. We provide industry-leading solutions to improve the reliability, optimise the performance and extend the life of critical infrastructure across the energy sector. Our team not only has the talent and technological expertise to deliver these transformative goals, but day-to-day, we hold to a clear set of FRESH Proserv values that underpins everything we do around the world. So, if you believe you not only have the skills and know-how needed for this role, and you are a team player; keen to do things the right way; possess an inquisitive and creative mind; prioritise giving top-quality service and you enjoy helping and collaborating with colleagues or clients – then we really want to hear from you. What You Need to Know Proserv is looking for an experienced Senior Proposals Engineer to join our Commercial team in Great Yarmouth. As Senior Proposals Engineer, you will lead the development of complex, high-value technical and commercial proposals, working closely with Engineering, Business Development, Project Management, Procurement and Legal teams to deliver competitive, technically robust and commercially aligned solutions for our global customers. You will bring together technical expertise, commercial awareness and strong stakeholder management skills to develop winning proposal strategies and ensure submissions meet client requirements. What We Are Looking For Some of the Key Accountabilities: • Leading the preparation and development of major technical and commercial proposals in response to client Invitations to Tender (ITT) and Requests for Quotation (RFQ). • Defining proposal strategies, win themes and execution plans in collaboration with Business Development and senior management. • Reviewing client requirements to establish scope, deliverables and appropriate technical solutions. • Coordinating input from Engineering, Operations and SCM to develop accurate cost estimates, material lists and project schedules. • Providing senior-level engineering input to ensure the technical integrity, quality and competitiveness of proposed solutions. • Working closely with the Legal team to identify and minimise commercial and contractual risks. • Managing the full tender submission lifecycle, including schedules, milestones, documentation and submission deadlines. • Acting as a key point of contact for customers throughout the proposal process, including leading clarification meetings and presentations. • Supporting management reporting, proposal reviews and Risk Review Board presentations. • Maintaining proposal records, capturing lessons learned and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement. • Providing guidance and mentoring to Proposal Engineers, supporting the development of the wider team. Qualifications / Skills & Experience We are looking for someone who combines a strong engineering background with proven experience in developing technical and commercial proposals within an industrial or control systems environment. You will ideally have: • An engineering qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, Controls or Energy Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience. • A proven track record within a control systems environment. • Demonstrable experience of industrial bidding and tendering processes. • Strong technical understanding and the ability to interpret complex engineering requirements. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments and engage confidently with customers. • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. It would also be advantageous if you have: • A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or an equivalent discipline. • Experience in the design and engineering of oil and gas production control systems. • A proven track record of topside engineering bids and proposals. • Working knowledge of relevant API and ISO standards. • Knowledge of topside control systems, particularly hardware design. Why Choose Us We offer a competitive starting salary with an opportunity to advance, which will be dependent on competency starting level. What you receive from Proserv as your employer is so much more than just a salary, our Total Reward package includes free cover for: • Private Medical • Life Assurance • Income Protection • Personal Accident • Up to 7.5% contribution to Pension As well as these funded benefits, Proserv offer an arrangement of voluntary benefits through salary sacrifice which produce savings on tax and national insurance, some of these include: • Dental Insurance • Gym Flex • Purchasing or selling additional annual leave • Technology products • Critical Illness cover • Additional cover for your family. Department Commercial Location Great Yarmouth