Technical Proposals Engineer in Aston

Company Description
With 35 years of experience, eXcent is a designer and integrator of industrial solutions. Operating in France and internationally, the eXcent group employs 780 people and achieved a turnover of £88.9 million in 2024. eXcent supports industrialisation projects for major contractors and SMEs across aerospace, automotive, rail, energy, defence, space, and naval industries. The company offers a full production chain of engineering, research, lean manufacturing, robotics, and cross‑functional services such as quality, supply chain, procurement, and training.

Job Description
We are seeking a dynamic and detail‑oriented Technical Proposals Engineer with proven experience in the aerospace tooling industry or a similar engineering background. The role bridges the gap between customer requirements and internal capabilities, ensuring accurate, competitive, and comprehensive quotations.

Key Responsibilities

Engage directly with clients to understand technical and commercial needs.

Decipher and interpret customer requirements, drawings, and specifications (RFQs, RFPs).

Identify key deliverables, compliance standards (e.g., AS9100), and timelines.

Translate client requirements into clear internal technical specifications.

Collaborate with design and supply chain teams to ensure feasibility and alignment with capabilities.

Ensure specifications meet tooling standards, including tolerances, materials, and usage conditions.

Prepare detailed cost estimates and formal, comprehensive quotations, factoring in material, labour, and subcontracting.

Develop and manage proposals, ensuring they are commercially viable and technically sound.

Follow up with clients on proposals and adjust scope or pricing as required.

Act as the central liaison between sales, engineering, supply chain, and procurement teams.

Qualifications

General knowledge in engineering; full training will be provided.

Excellent relationship‑building skills.

Ability to multi‑task while remaining detail‑oriented.

Why Join Us?
The role offers the opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and forward‑thinking company. You will work on exciting aerospace projects, have direct input into design solutions, and enjoy flexible hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience.

Flexitime – Monday to Thursday 8:30‑5:00, Friday 8:30‑3:00.

Hybrid working – 1 day per week from the Deeside Industrial Estate, commutable from Cheshire, North Wales and the North West.

25 days holiday.

Company pension.

Life assurance.

Medical insurance.

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