Hydro International, a CRH Company, is a leading global provider of advanced products, services and expertise to help municipal, industrial and construction customers to improve their water management processes, increase operational performance and reduce environmental impact. With over 40 years of experience and a reputation for engineering excellence, businesses, and public bodies all over the world rely on our products, services and integrated solutions to reduce flood risk, improve water treatment and protect the environment from water pollution. We have a network of over 80 distribution partners and serve customers in more than 40 countries. As part of CRH Infrastructure Products, we are leading the water management industry with innovative, sustainable solutions and a safety-first mindset.
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Job Title : Technical Proposals Engineer
Location : Clevedon, Somerset
Employment Type : Full Time, Permanent (Hybrid Working - Minimum 3 Days in Office)
Reports to : Applications Engineer - European Stormwater
About Us
Hydro International, a CRH Company, is a global leader in water management solutions. With over 40 years of engineering excellence, we support municipal, industrial, and construction customers to improve water processes, enhance operational efficiency, and reduce environmental impact.
Operating in over 40 countries through a network of 80+ distribution partners, we are part of CRH Infrastructure Products and proud to lead in innovation, sustainability, and safety in the water sector.
Role Overview
As a Technical Proposals Engineer, you will:
Essential Qualifications and Skills
- HND or higher in Engineering (civil, hydraulic, or related discipline).
- Experience working in an engineering office environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
- Skilled in AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor or SolidWorks, including modifying drawings.
- Working knowledge of iLogic within Autodesk Inventor.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong written and verbal English.
- Highly organised with attention to detail and ability to self-manage.
- Valid UK driving licence and passport.
- Willingness to travel occasionally for client visits, site work, and exhibitions.
- Previous involvement in technical sales or customer-facing engineering roles.
- The ability to deal competently and confidently with clients in person, by telephone and via email and to produce proposals whilst under pressure is essential.
- A logical thinker who has the ability to problem solve, reference data, and use our design tools to create solutions that benefit both Hydro and the client.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
- Familiarity with drainage design drawings and optioneering.
- Experience with hydraulic modelling software such as InfoDrainage, MicroDrainage, Causeway Flow, or InfoWorks.
- Knowledge of Design and Construction Guidance (formerly Sewers for Adoption) and CIRIA 753 guidance.
- Understanding of SuDS and surface water management principles.
- Project Management experience
- Additional languages (e.g. French, Spanish, German) are an advantage.
- Experience of drainage design, and technical drawings would be advantageous
- Hydraulic and civil / drainage disciplines would be advantageous
- The ability to recognise opportunities and ability to upsell products is desirable.
Key Responsibilities
What We Offer
- Company pension scheme
- 2x life assurance
- Enhanced sick pay
- Minimum 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Employee referral scheme
- Mental health first aiders
- Annual flu jabs
What Hydro International Offers You
- A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
- Highly competitive salary package
- Comprehensive secondary benefits
- Significant contribution to your pension plan
- Excellent opportunities to develop and progress with a global organization
Connect your future to CRH
We are curious to learn more about you. At CRH, we believe our mutual differences contribute to the healthy, productive, and enjoyable workspace we create. Please introduce yourself and send us your application.
Is this role not for you, but do you know someone who would love to join the team? Please let us know!
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CRH is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Benefits/perks listed above may vary depending on the nature of the employment with CRH and the country where you work.
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