Power Project Applications Engineer

Vital Group is one of the fastest-growing, forward-thinking companies in the UK, dedicated to delivering innovative solutions within the critical power and EV charging industries. Specialising in generator service and turnkey EV charging solutions, our goal is to become the most trusted provider in these sectors by re-setting customer service benchmarks and transforming expectations with honesty, integrity, and passion. We are committed to continually raising the bar in customer service excellence.

Our work is delivered by a team of well trained, equipped, and motivated Engineers, supported by a 24 / 7 / 365 Operations capability, and led by a diversely skilled Leadership Team.

Vital Group expects all its employees to act as ‘co-owners’ of the business, and to always put safety first, followed closely by customer satisfaction and commercial success. Our values are ones that promote the best behaviour and team ethics, and we believe that this requirement will drive profitable growth and make Vital Group a fantastic place to build a career.

Job Overview

The Power Project Applications Engineer is a critical role supporting the commercial and technical bids for Vital Power Diesel Generation and UPS projects, and their associated ancillary systems such as acoustics, flue systems, fuel storage, complex controls and complete installation and commissioning processes. This position involves evaluating client technical requirements, specifications and drawings, to develop technically compliant and commercially accurate cost estimates and compelling bid documentation.

Reporting directly to the Power Projects Sales Director and, where required, supporting other sales and project team members to scope and deliver proposals that meet client expectations in the timescales required. This is a unique opportunity to join a small, agile team at an early stage of the next phase of growth; and this position will play a key role as we scale rapidly over the coming months.

The role requires close collaboration with internal technical teams, suppliers, sub-contractors, clients and consultants, to ensure all designs are practical, cost-effective, and aligned with project goals. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of diesel generator technologies, sound commercial judgement, and a proactive, complete solutions-focused mindset.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Technical and Commercial Scoping :

• Liaise with the relevant sales lead and clients to fully understand technical requirements and project objectives.
• Understand and interpret client specifications and documentation to develop compliant, competitive and commercially aware solutions.
• Conduct initial cost and feasibility studies, load assessments, and configuration design for diesel generator systems, including single and multiple set arrangements.
• Support the relevant sales lead with customer meetings and site visits

Cost Estimation & Tender Preparation

Proposal and Bid Development

Project Collaboration

Supplier Engagement & Pricing Tools

Technical Governance & Continuous Improvement

Documentation & Reporting

Person Specification

Criteria - Education, Qualifications & Experience

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Desirable :