Rail Tendering Engineer

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About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Rail Tendering Engineer to join our growing team at our Rail Centre of Excellence in Sutton-in-Ashfield.

This is not a typical desk-based tendering role ! You'll be at the heart of our business, working closely with customers, engineering teams and operational leaders to develop repair, overhaul and maintenance solutions that keep critical rail assets moving. From the first customer enquiry through to project handover, you'll play a key role in winning work, building relationships and ensuring successful delivery into the workshop.

Whether you're currently a rail engineer looking to take the next step into a broader commercial and operational role, or an experienced tendering, proposals or technical professional seeking a fresh challenge, this position offers a unique opportunity to influence both business growth and operational success. With significant investment, ambitious plans and exciting developments on the horizon, there has never been a better time to join us as we continue to strengthen our position as one of the UK's leading rail service providers. About the Rail Centre of Excellence

Based in Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, our Rail Centre of Excellence is a key part of Sulzer's UK rail business, delivering specialist repair, overhaul, refurbishment and life-extension solutions for rolling stock operators, maintainers and OEMs across the UK. Backed by the strength, engineering heritage and global reach of the wider Sulzer Group, our RISAS-accredited facility combines decades of rail expertise with world-class electrical and mechanical engineering capability. From traction motors, wheelsets and bogie frames to HVAC systems, braking equipment, auxiliary power systems and reverse-engineered components, we help customers extend asset life, improve reliability and keep fleets moving safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop technical and commercial proposals for rail repair, overhaul and maintenance projects.
• Manage the tendering and bid process from initial enquiry through to submission.
• Interface directly with customers to understand requirements and develop tailored solutions.
• Work closely with engineering and operational teams to define scope, costs, risks and delivery plans.
• Contribute to pricing strategies and business-winning activities.
• Assist with contract handover and implementation into workshop operations.
• Monitor project performance and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for new business growth and service development.

What we are looking for

• Strong understanding of the UK rail industry.
• Experience or exposure to rail traction systems, rotating equipment, rolling stock maintenance, overhaul or refurbishment activities.
• Ability to understand customer requirements and develop practical engineering solutions.
• Comfortable operating at the intersection of technical, commercial and operational teams.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Commercial awareness with an interest in bids, tenders and business growth.
• Engineers looking to broaden their career into commercial and operational responsibilities are encouraged to apply.
• Equally suited to experienced rail professionals from bid, commercial, project or operational backgrounds.
• Curious, proactive and motivated to make an impact within a growing rail business.

What we offer you

• A competitive basic salary
• Annual personal bonus scheme based on company and personal performance
• Private Medical Insurance
• 33 days annual leave.
• Defined pension contributions.
• Access to Medicash helping you cover everyday health costs like dental optical and physiotherapy plus a range of wellbeing perks.
• Confidential support via Employee Assistance Programmes.
• Access to discounts on shopping entertainment lifestyle plus opportunity to apply for Costco membership.
• Discounted personal car leasing for you your family and friends.
• Long Service Awards celebrating your commitment.
• Continuous learning opportunities through Sulzer Learning Pathways.
• As a Silver Award holder of the MoD Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, we welcome and support veterans, reservists and Cadet Adult Volunteers with policies for training, camps and deployment, plus a growing internal military network.

• Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
• We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.