Applications Engineer

Recruit4staff is proud to be representing their client, a leading Manufacturing / Service company in their search for an Applications Engineer to work in their leading facility Nr Wrexham

The Position: Applications Engineer

As an Application Engineer, you will bridge the gap between the technical and business sides of product and customer support. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting solutions for customers, ensuring that the product meets their technical and functional requirements. This role involves working closely with production teams, sales teams, and customers to provide technical expertise and support.

For the successful Applications Engineer, our client is offering

Salary up to £42K Per annum

Days position - Monday to Thursday 8.30AM - 5.00PM (30min lunch) Friday 8.30AM - 1.30PM

Permanent position

Immediate starts available, but also happy to work with a notice period

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Salary sacrifice pension scheme 5% employer and employee contribution

4 x Death in service

High street discounts, cycle to work, purchase tech scheme

Ongoing training and future development

The role - Applications Engineer

Understand customer needs and provide expert advice on product functionality, technical capabilities, and potential customisations

Collaborate with customers to define technical requirements, troubleshoot issues, and provide timely solutions

Provide technical support to the sales team during the pre-sales process

Develop 3D models using CAD software to create and modify engineering designs and components

Collaborate with engineering teams to transform concepts into fully detailed 3D designs for manufacturing

Generate T/WIN (technical or wiring) drawings, engineering/component drawings, and assembly instructions

Produce clear, accurate, and detailed work instructions for manufacturing processes

Assist in resolving design and performance-related challenges that arise during the product life cycle

Offer technical assistance and guidance to dealers, providing them with the necessary tools and information to support the product effectively

Ensure that all product designs and engineering processes comply with relevant industry standards and regulations

Provide advice on best practices and assist in maintaining compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Main Responsibilities of the Applications Engineer:

3D Modelling

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

T/win drawings

Engineering/ Component drawings

Works instructions

Technical troubleshooting

Conduct sales inquiries and customer visits

Supplier / Customer liaison

Dealer Support

Pricing and cost controller

Standards Compliance Advisor

What our client is looking for in an Applications Engineer:

Education:

Qualification to HNC or degree level in Mechanical Engineering

Working experience:

Previous experience in an engineering or application engineering role, preferably with hands-on experience in 3D modelling and FEA

Competence and skills:

Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA, etc.)

Knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools and techniques

Experience with technical drawing software and standards

Experience in producing hydraulic and/or electrical schematics

Understanding of engineering materials and manufacturing processes

Analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in a troubleshooting capacity

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Good I.T. skills, including MS Office and the SAP ERP System

Fluent verbal and written English

Key skills or similar Job titles as the Applications Engineer:

Applications Engineer, Technical Engineer, Design Engineer, Support Engineer, Compliance Engineer, Project Engineer, Manufacturing engineer, service engineer, proposals engineer, testing engineer, technical sales engineer, development engineer, commercial tech