Bid and Tendering Specialist - Steam Turbines and Compressors

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

About The Role

As Bid & Tendering Specialist you are a key player in translating client requirements and site assessments into detailed, accurate project costings. You are essential in ensuring that tenders for Steam Turbine & Compressor equipment services are competitive, technically precise, and commercially sound. You will be responsible for developing proposals for complex projects, ensuring alignment between technical feasibility, cost efficiency, and commercial success.

Role Location

Any Sulzer location.

Your Main Tasks And Responsibilities

• Ensuring thorough technical scope definition and risk management for complex Steam Turbine & Compressor service projects (e.g. inspections, repairs, parts supply, multi-train solutions, rerates, upgrades and modifications)
• Prepare end-to-end cost estimation and commercial quotations for Steam Turbine & Compressor projects based on technical specifications
• Engage and collaborate successfully with clients and external partners (e.g. vendors / subcontractors) as well internal stakeholders
• Support post-tender activities, ensuring smooth transition from bid to execution, including scope validation and project briefing
• Contribute to procurement and cost efficiency by working closely with suppliers to secure optimal pricing, lead times and quality for related parts and services
• Continuously improve cost estimation methods to improve accuracy and efficiency in pricing strategies

To Succeed In This Role, You Will Need

• Recognised qualification in mechanical engineering or a related discipline. We are also open to considering Sales Engineers or Project Engineers with proposals/ bid / tendering experience who are seeking a new career path.
• Strong experience in rotating equipment services, workshop reclamation, and repair processes. Essential experience with Steam Turbine / Multistage Compression equipment.
• Familiarity with service and repair supply chains.
• Thorough analytical skills and commercial mindset
• Proactive, solution-oriented personality with strong interpersonal skills

What we offer you

• Chance to make a significant impact in a rapidly growing area of our business.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.
• Competitive salary package with attractive benefits, pension scheme, and employee assistance programs
• Exciting opportunities for professional growth and advancement in a dynamic and evolving industry

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment. We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.