Technical Quotation Engineer (Component)

About the role

UTAC, an international group in digital and sustainable mobility, testing solutions, vehicle engineering and certification, is hiring a Technical Quotation Engineer for its Component section at the Bedford site. The TQE is the technical reference point within the Commercial team, liaising daily with operational and technical colleagues and customers, and acts as the main quote writer for the Component Test Laboratory and other business units. The role is based at Bedford with some home-working by agreement.

Key responsibilities

• Technical qualification of leads and opportunities, and interpretation of customer requirements and procedures
• Provide customer consultative guidance on the optimum test solution and support the Sales organisation in technical customer meetings
• Prepare technical quotations and Statements of Work (SOW)
• Collate technical information and consult with UTAC's Expert Network
• Support the Operational Project Manager and the Commercial organisation technically
• Help achieve the sales order intake forecast for the activity and section

Required profile

• Degree level or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline
• Preferred: automotive component testing experience and a sales/customer mindset in an automotive or transportation setting
• Full UK driving licence and own transport, as the site is not easily accessible by public transport
• Willingness to undergo a criminal disclosure check and proof of identity and right to work in the UK

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Strong written and verbal communication, problem solving and analytical thinking
• Organisational and time management skills, attention to detail and confidentiality
• Customer service and business development advantageous

What we offer

• Life cover, healthcare cashback plans and generous holiday benefits
• Contributory pension schemes and family-friendly policies including flexible working
• Employee assistance support services and learning opportunities