Tendering Engineer - Low & Medium Voltage Switchboards
Job Summary ElectraTec is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Tendering Engineer to join its Tendering & Estimation Department. The successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing tender documents, preparing accurate technical and commercial proposals, coordinating with suppliers and internal departments, and supporting the sales team in securing new business opportunities. The ideal candidate should have a strong technical background in low voltage switchboards and electrical distribution systems, combined with excellent analytical and commercial skills.
Key Responsibilities
Review tender documents, technical specifications, BOQs, drawings, and customer requirements.
Prepare accurate technical and commercial offers for Low Voltage Switchboards, including Main Distribution Boards (MDB), Motor Control Centers (MCC), Power Control Centers (PCC), Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) Panels, Capacitor Banks, Control Panels and Medium Voltage Ring Main Units
Perform detailed cost estimation, including materials, labor, manufacturing, testing, logistics, and overheads.
Prepare Bills of Materials (BOM) and coordinate with the engineering department to ensure technical compliance.
Obtain quotations from local and international suppliers and evaluate technical and commercial offers.
Ensure compliance with project specifications, and client requirements.
Coordinate with sales, engineering, procurement, production, and project management teams during the tendering process.
Identify technical and commercial risks and propose cost-effective solutions.
Prepare technical compliance statements, deviation lists, and supporting documentation.
Participate in clarification meetings with customers, consultants, and contractors.
Support contract negotiations by providing technical and commercial input.
Maintain an organized database of quotations, supplier pricing, and historical tender information.
Continuously monitor market trends, material costs, and competitor activities to improve pricing strategies.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Accuracy of cost estimates.
On-time submission of tenders.
Tender win rate.
Gross margin achievement.
Technical compliance of submitted proposals.
Accuracy of Bills of Materials (BOM).
Response time to customer inquiries and clarifications.
Contribution to business growth through competitive and profitable proposals.
Technical Knowledge
The candidate should have solid knowledge of:
Low Voltage Switchboards
Main Distribution Boards (MDB)
Motor Control Centers (MCC)
Power Control Centers (PCC)
Synchronization Panels
Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) Panels
Capacitor Banks
Medium Voltage RMU's
Busbar Systems
IEC 61439 Standards
Electrical Distribution Systems
Air Circuit Breakers (ACB)
Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)
Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCB)
Protection and Metering Systems
Single-Line Diagrams (SLDs)
General Arrangement (GA) Drawings
Bills of Materials (BOM)
Knowledge of Siemens, Schneider Electric, ABB, Eaton, Legrand, or equivalent low voltage products is highly desirable.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Power Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
Experience
3–5 years of experience in tendering, estimation, or proposal engineering for Low Voltage switchboards.
Experience working with electrical panel manufacturers or EPC contractors is highly preferred.
Proven experience in preparing technical and commercial offers for industrial, commercial, and infrastructure projects.
Familiarity with governmental and private sector tenders is an advantage.
Software Skills
AutoCAD (preferred)
Solid Works
Microsoft Excel (advanced level)
Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
ERP systems (preferred)
Experience with estimation software is an advantage.
Required Skills
Strong technical and commercial understanding.
Excellent analytical and numerical skills.
Ability to interpret specifications, BOQs, and electrical drawings.
Strong negotiation and supplier coordination skills.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
Ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
Good command of written and spoken English and Arabic.
Preferred Industry Background
Candidates with experience in the following industries are encouraged to apply:
Low Voltage Switchboard Manufacturing
Medium Voltage RMU manufacturing
Electrical Distribution Systems
EPC Contractors
Industrial Automation
Electrical Contracting
Utilities and Infrastructure Projects
Power Generation and Water & Wastewater Industries