Commercial Project Engineer
We are looking for a proactive and organised Commercial Project Engineer to join a technical and commercial team supporting both UK and global operations. This role combines commercial, project management, and customer-facing responsibilities.
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
Commercial Tasks:
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Assist with controlling part prices and tooling costs.
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Support preparation of local cost models and quotes for prototypes and mass production.
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Help maintain customer portals accurately and manage sales-related data.
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Support the sales planning process in line with business requirements.
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Support Global Sales team members with contract reviews and negotiations, ensuring data is prepared and presented professionally.
Program/Project Management Tasks:
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Organise initial kick-off meetings.
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Support project meetings and documentation.
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Track project timelines and milestones.
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Prepare the birth certificate for further release.
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Ensure that customer release drawings are documented correctly.
Communication & Coordination:
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Act as a key point of contact for customers and customer documentation.
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Coordinate regularly with internal departments (e.g., UK plant & Global Sales) to ensure project alignment.
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Regularly engage in on-site customer visits to build relationships and understand technical and commercial needs.
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Participate in off-site customer visits as required.
Change Management:
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Support the initiation and tracking of customer change requests.
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Support customer release and audit activities.
Candidate Requirements:
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Positive “can-do” attitude and flexible approach to business and customer needs.
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Experience in a customer-facing role within technical commercial sales support, engineering, program management, or business administration (automotive experience advantageous).
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IT competent; familiarity with SAP, CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) or equivalent is highly beneficial.
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Strong communication, presentation, and organisational skills.
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Able to work collaboratively and independently as required.
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Willingness to travel occasionally within the UK or to other group locations (e.g., Germany).
Additional Information:
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Full-time UK-based role (37 hrs/week: Mon-Thurs 08:00–16:30, Fri 08:00–13:00).
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Hybrid working option available (up to 2 days WFH per week).
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Salary dependent on experience