This is an opportunity to work autonomously and join a leading engineering consultancy in the midlands who collaborate with customers from some of the largest global organisations across multiple sectors for propulsion and drive technologies.You will work directly and collaboratively with automotive, commercial vehicle, off-highway, aerospace and defence OEMs, Tier-1s and industry research bodies through our technical centres in North America, the U.K. and India.Personal Profile and ExperienceThis role will be fast paced and challenging but you will get the opportunity to be part of a globally recognised expanding business which is both supportive and rewarding.Apply your engineering knowledge and business development experience in an environment where you can make a real difference.As a Business Development Manager, you will be primarily responsible for generating enquiries and business opportunities with new and existing customers throughout the UK and mainland Europe. Developing long term mutually beneficial strategic relationships within designated key accounts and sectors will be a key capability.What you will need * Degree educated in mechanical, electrical or control system engineering or related discipline OR equivalent demonstrable experience * An engineering background, with experience in electrified propulsion systems, transmission and driveline, or other related powertrain systems * You can generate and lead the development of new business opportunities from conception through to contract agreement and beyond * You have a proven successful track record in business development, preferably in a consultancy environment or tier 1 with clear commercial targets * You possess in-depth knowledge / market intelligence of the key industry sectors and the current market trends and drivers * You possess a network of engineering contacts in European Powertrain Market (OEMs and Tier 1s) * You are ideally fluent in one or more of the following: French / GermanKey Responsibilities * Generating and maintaining successful relationships with customers and key accounts, with focus in specific sectors, territories, and customer accounts * Pro-active pitching of our products and services * Overseeing, on occasion, delivery teams and being the customer voice * Lead the creation of compelling bids and proposals, in conjunction with our engineering teams * Negotiating contracts and commercials terms * Achieving sales targets across diverse accounts * Researching organisations, sectors, territories and individuals to identify appropriate new leads and potential new clients * Developing the company brand by attending conferences, meetings and industry events * Identifying key market trends that influence our R&D strategies and technology roadmapsGeneral Responsibilities * Present and communicate technical and commercial information, clearly and concisely, both internally and to customers * Take an active role in the continuous improvement initiatives * Generate and maintain relationships with customers at an appropriate level * Develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with peers, business development and technical leaders * Wider potential for worldwide, short and long-haul travelRemote working options available as you will be travelling to customer sites frequently