Estimator & Proposal Engineer

Fire Alarm Proposals Engineer - Stourbridge | Up to £50,000 + Benefits
Location: Stourbridge (Head Office)
Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Agency: TXP (on behalf of a leading UK fire protection company)

Are you an experienced Fire Alarm Proposals Engineer looking to join a forward-thinking, innovative company that values expertise and invests in its people?

TXP is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a long-established and highly respected UK leader in fire detection and protection systems. With over four decades of industry excellence, this company continues to grow and innovate, delivering cutting-edge solutions across commercial and industrial sectors.

As a Fire Alarm Proposals Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in the Fire Detection and Electrical Department. You'll be responsible for estimating new installations, system modifications, and additions, ensuring proposals are accurate, competitive, and aligned with client needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage enquiries from initial survey through to proposal handover
• Prepare detailed cost sheets and proposal documentation
• Monitor supplier and equipment costs
• Collaborate with project and design teams
• Attend internal and client meetings
• Conduct site surveys across the UK (occasional travel abroad may be required)

Essential:

• Proven experience in commercial/industrial fire detection systems
• Strong knowledge of BS5839:2025, BS6266:2011, BS7273, BS8519:2020
• Familiarity with IEE 18th Edition and fire system interfaces
• Proficient in MS Office and estimating tools
• Full UK driving licence and DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain)

Desirable:

• Experience with gas suppression systems and various panel/detection manufacturers
• Understanding of ATEX/hazardous area regulations
• Knowledge of construction contracts and project planning software

• Work with a talented, supportive team
• Structured training and development opportunities
• Company car
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Life insurance & pension scheme
• Be part of a company that invests in apprenticeships and future talent

Ready to take the next step in your fire protection career?
Apply now through TXP and be part of a company that's shaping the future of fire safety.