Tendering Engineer - Infrastructure (Flow Equipment)

About the role

Sulzer's Flow Equipment division is looking for a Tendering Engineer in its Chamartín office in Madrid. You will prepare competitive and technically robust tenders for large-scale infrastructure and energy projects, working closely with Sales, Engineering, Project Management and the global manufacturing network. The role suits an engineer who combines technical expertise with commercial insight in an international setting.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality technical and commercial tenders for infrastructure and energy projects, ensuring accuracy, competitiveness and on-time delivery.
• Review customer specifications and analyse technical requirements to develop optimal pumping solutions.
• Collaborate with specialist departments and manufacturing sites to define and configure pumps, accessories and related systems.
• Evaluate technical and commercial project risks and develop mitigation strategies during the bidding phase.
• Support customers and sales teams with technical consultations, specifications and proposal presentations.
• Manage supplier and subcontractor enquiries, evaluate quotations and lead technical discussions when needed.
• Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders so the offer is competitive and compliant.
• Take part in customer negotiations and ensure a smooth handover to project execution teams after contract award.
• Maintain accurate data and documentation in sales and tendering systems.

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Process Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in tendering, sales engineering, project management, pump engineering or a related field.
• Experience in complex technical tenders and commercial proposal preparation.
• Fluent English; availability to travel within Spain and internationally when required.

Required skills

• Strong technical knowledge of pumps, rotating equipment and associated systems.
• Knowledge of desalination and water transport applications is a strong advantage.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, and strong commercial awareness.

What we offer

• A permanent contract.
• A competitive salary plus participation in a variable remuneration system based on personal and financial objectives.
• Meal vouchers.
• A voluntary flexible compensation scheme (health insurance, transport, childcare).
• An international team and career growth opportunities within a well-established company.