Applications Engineer
| Posting date: | 08 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £38,000 to £42,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 August 2025 |
| Location: | Wrexham |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Recruit4staff (Wrexham) Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | OPP-23084-20726 |
Summary
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 technician
The Applications Engineer position is Commutable From:
Oswestry, Shrewsbury, Welshpool, Whitchurch, Wrexham, Chester, Telford, Mold, North Wales, Powys, Shropshire, Deeside
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This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Recruit4staff Wrexham Limited, which is operating as a recruitment agency, agent, agency, employment agency or employment business.