Job Description

Job Title

: Business Development Engineer

Reports to:

Business Development Manager

Function:

Business Development

Location:

Colchester, United Kingdom

Job Purpose

The Business Development Engineer will be responsible for identifying, developing, and managing business opportunities within the engineering and design sectors. The role requires a blend of technical understanding and business acumen to help expand APSTECHS's market presence and client base. The role focuses on expanding APSTECHS' client base in the power, renewable energy, and infrastructure sectors, particularly in Substation design, BESS, Solar, and electrical equipment's sizing solutions, etc.

Candidate must have right to work in UK.

Requirements

We are interested in receiving applications from motivated professionals with the following skills and attributes:

Proven experience in business development, tendering, or technical sales within the Electrical Engineering or Energy sector.

Understanding of UK DNO and EPC project frameworks, including tender procedures and compliance requirements.

Ability to interpret technical drawings, BOQs, and specifications to prepare commercial offers.

Strong understanding of electrical systems -- particularly HV/LV substations, switchgear, transformers, and related products.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Competence in Microsoft Office, CRM tools, and document control systems.

Strong commercial awareness and ability to meet targets and deadlines.

Experience coordinating with clients, OEMs, and international partners.

Knowledge of UK grid standards (SSEN, UKPN, SPEN, National Grid) would be advantageous.

Dimensions Staff

Part of a growing commercial and business development team. Financial

Responsible for achieving sales and margin targets. Others

Maintain and expand a strong client network. Support marketing, bid submissions, and pricing strategies.

Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include the following:

Identify and pursue new business opportunities across the UK and international markets.

Manage pre-qualification, tendering, and bidding processes for EPC and substation projects.

Coordinate with the design and procurement teams to prepare accurate technical and commercial proposals.

Support pricing and negotiation strategies to secure profitable business contracts.

Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients, partners, and suppliers.

Track project enquiries, pipeline opportunities, and prepare regular sales reports.

Represent APSTECHS at industry exhibitions, client meetings, and networking events.

Support development of marketing material, case studies, and company presentations.

Contribute to business strategy discussions, market analysis, and revenue forecasts.

Any other duties assigned by management in line with business needs.

Training Location within organisation

Based in the Colchester, UK office, with potential travel within the UK and overseas as required. APSTECHS maintains a strong commitment to employee development, providing structured PDPs and technical-commercial training to support professional growth. Environment

Varied -- includes office-based coordination, client visits, vendor meetings, and occasional site visits. Knowledge, skills and experience Essential Desirable

HNC/HND in engineering or an associated subject.

Ideally an engineering relevant degree, to masters level or higher, with chartered status.

Must have at least 2-4 years of experience in the relevant field.

Experience in substation or BESS project sales

Strong understanding of electrical engineering concepts

Experience in developing pricing models and proposal templates

Proven experience in technical sales or tendering

Existing client network within the UK DNO or EPC sector

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Understanding of export procedures and documentation

Proficient in MS Office and CRM systems.

Possess a clean current driving licence

Rewards and Benefits

APSTECHS offers a collaborative and professional working environment with opportunities for growth and international exposure. Key benefits include:

Flexible and family-friendly hours

Market-competitive salary and incentives

Annual performance and target-based reviews

Company contributory pension scheme

Structured professional development and training

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 17,250.00-18,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Work from home
Work Location: In person