Graduate Tendering Engineer

Support the preparation of technical and commercial engineering proposals for high-power drives and motors while developing expertise in tendering, sales support, and customer solutions.

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

In this role, you will support the preparation of competitive, high-quality bids and proposals for customers across the UK within ABB Motion High Power (MOHP) business. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer to develop both technical and commercial expertise, working alongside experienced professionals and contributing to solutions that meet customer requirements.

Our Team Dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

What’s in it for you?

We want you to bring your full self to work your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day. 

Your Role and Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll help run what runs the world, by taking on meaningful work that drives real impact.

• Support the preparation of technical and commercial proposals for High Power Drives & Motors.

• Review customer enquiries, specifications, and project requirements with guidance from experienced team members.

• Assist in developing cost estimates, quotations, and tender documents.

• Liaise with engineering, sales, and project teams to gather information required for bid submissions.

• Ensure proposals are accurate, well-presented, and submitted within agreed deadlines.

• Participate in technical discussions and customer meetings when required.

• Maintain tendering records and update internal systems and documentation.

• Continuously develop technical, commercial, and industry knowledge through training and on-the-job experience.

• Contribute to process improvements and share ideas to support team success.

• Uphold ABB’s commitment to quality, health and safety, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications for the Role

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.

• Recent graduate or early-career professional with an interest in engineering, tendering, sales support, or commercial engineering.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret technical information.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

• A proactive mindset with a willingness to learn, take ownership, and contribute to continuous improvement.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively to deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

ABB offers a full range of benefits to help you thrive at work and beyond.

• Competitive salary

• 25 days annual  leave plus bank holidays

• Competitive contributory pension scheme

• Life assurance

• Flexible benefits scheme (Includes options to buy/sell holidays, health checks, dental, eye care, gym memberships, cycle to work, gadget discounts and more)

• Internal mobility opportunities, mentorships & access to projects globally

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Generous employee referral scheme

• Generous bonus scheme

For the 6th consecutive year ABB UK has been recognised as a Top Employer in UK. Being certified as a Top Employer showcases an organisation’s dedication to a better world of work and exhibits this through excellent HR policies and people practices.

More about us

ABB Motion provides pioneering technology, products, solutions and related services to industrial customers to increase energy efficiency, improve safety and reliability, and maintain precise control over processes. The portfolio includes motors, generators and drives for a wide range of applications in all industrial sectors.