Senior Tender Electrical Engineer

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Eaton has been a key player in the Middle East for 40 years. in July 2024, we announced the construction of a new sustainable campus in Dubai, which will bring together our commercial, manufacturing, and support functions, providing room for future growth.

About Eaton

Eaton is a power management company where we provide energy-efficient solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power more efficiently, safely and sustainably. Eaton is dedicated to improving the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technology and services. Eaton has approximately 96,000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 175 countries.

The Senior Electrical Tendering Engineer supports project tenders from initial review through final quotation, ensuring maximum Eaton value while meeting project requirements. The role is critical to delivering competitive, profitable bids with clear technical scope and accurate commercial commitments.

This position involves reviewing technical documentation to align Eaton’s solutions, including managing all Comply, Deviate, and Exception (CDE) items. The role is office‑based (hybrid model), requires strong coordination and communication skills, and demands deep expertise in electrical infrastructure and large-scale project environments.

What You’ll Do

• Analyze incoming customer RFQs and tender documentation.
• Assess Eaton’s technical fit and capability by identifying applicable products and solutions against customer requirements.
• Interpret specifications, drawings, and schedules, and manage technical clarifications with customers and internal product owners.
• Ensure Eaton’s offers are fully aligned with customer specifications, including completion and validation of all Comply, Deviate, and Exception (CDE) documentation.
• Coordinate with sales, applications, consultants, product owners, and the tender team to develop compelling, high-confidence bids.
• Support cost preparation using standard tools and processes.
• Prepare and review technical offer documentation to ensure consistency with the proposed solution and customer requirements.
• Verify that proposed equipment specifications meet customer needs and project expectations.
• Manage tender timelines, communicate progress, and highlight risks or constraints to stakeholders.
• Perform technical risk and opportunity assessments throughout the tender process.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Masters (BSc/MSc) Degree, or Equivalent in a related field (Electrical & Electronic Engineering)
• Minimum of 7 years of engineering and design experience of electrical distribution systems networks with an Services & Projects business within large scale installation for Commercial & Industrial type projects. Data Center or similar critical power system experience strongly desirable.
  
  
  

Skills

• Strong technical (electrical) and problem solving skills
• Proven track record of achieving objectives and solving problem
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal communication and influencing skills
• Ability to negotiate and drive alignment on technical designs
• Customer / people skills
• Fluent English. Intercultural awareness.
• A high level of personal integrity and ethics and commitment to "Doing Business Right".
• Fluent in any of the following European languages : French, Spanish, German or Italian.
  
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Challenging projects in dynamic collaborative team
• We make your aspirations matter – Eaton encourages internal promotion, whenever possible
• We make your growth matter - We invest in our employees for the long term – not just with salary and benefits, but with ongoing learning and development opportunities made available through Eaton University
• We make your contributions matter - reliability, safety, efficiency, and sustainability are at the core of our dedication to improving people’s lives and the environment through power management technologies.
• We make your wellbeing matter – We put your health and safety first. Wellness at Eaton is more than a program, it’s about changing the environment by offering the right tools to help empower employees to make that happen
  
  
  

Dubai is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city known for its modern architecture, luxurious lifestyle, and rich cultural heritage. Living and working in Dubai offers an exceptional quality of life with world-class amenities, a safe environment, and a thriving expatriate community. Experience a dynamic blend of work and leisure in one of the world’s most exciting cities.

Ready to make a difference? Join Eaton’s Dubai Team and be part of a company shaping the future of sustainable manufacturing and power management!

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.

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