Our Design / Research & Development Resource Team are equipped and experienced specialists in searching and sourcing relevant engineers at all levels. This team consists of experienced consultants supported by a specialist sector researcher, covering all aspects of the needs and demands of a modern engineering customer base, from blue sky concept design, research and development, right through to design for product launch.
Reputation:
The name of Probe in the marketplace has developed an excellent reputation for quality thus ensuring that our clients come back to us having benefited from our superb service in the past. We also attract the very best engineers, should they be Contract or Permanent, because we have the level of vacancies they are looking for.
Having one of the largest databases of Design Engineers in the UK also means that we attract a very large portfolio of companies who regularly tap into our vast resources and professional expertise.
Manpower Resource (Contractors):
This service is aimed at providing Contract Engineers at short notice, to work either on or off site to supplement your existing workforce. These engineers have all been interviewed and screened for their qualifications, suitability and experience and many have a strong working history supporting our customers with their project workloads.
The benefit to our Clients is he pure flexibility of being able to take on an engineering resource to complete a given task over a given timeline on a given budget, putting you in control of your project timelines. You can staff up & down to suit your particular workload with engineers who have the relevent skills to complete the tasks required.
Key Areas of Specialism:-
- 2D & 3D CAD Design, Modelling & Detailing on all the major CAD packages (Product / Mechanical / Styling / Electro-Mechanical)
- Electrical & Electronic Development / Test & Design
- Finite Element Analysis , Hand Calculations, Linear, Non-Linear - Dynamic, Static
- Mathematical and Simulation Software
- CFD - Thermal, Fluid, Flow Analysis and Dynamics
- NVH - Noise and Modal Analysis
- Research and Development / Test Engineering - Durability, Calibration, Test , Control and Feasibility
- Project Engineering / Management - Concept / Prototype / Process / Value Engineering / Design
- Senior Department Heads – Engineering / Design / Test / Development
If you would like a confidential discussion surrounding strategic hiring for your organisation or your own career path we would be delighted to hear from you to determine how our services can assist you in finding the right solution so please call us on 0121 321 4311
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- £38,000 - £40,000
This business has a long and proven history, going back over 100 years. They have progressed to become a market leader in high precision engineering, working with some of the world's leading companies.
They are part of a group of companies with a core interest in the manufacture of components for a variety of industries. Their advanced technology and commitment to quality and service has set them apart from others in their field.
Role Overview
Reporting to the Operations Director and working alongside local Colleges and the Senior Leadership team. The Apprentice Training Manager will organise, manage and coordinate the company Apprentice Training Programme in association with the local college, along with the development of all staff in any training requirements.
The role will also involve supporting the Operations Director in Health & Safety Management as required.
Apprentice Training Manager Salary and Hours
- £38,000 - £40,000
- 38 hours per week, Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 4:45pm, 1:00pm finish on Friday's
Commutable From: Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Loughborough, Burton upon Trent,
Apprentice Training Manager Candidate Requirements
- Proven experience of Apprentice Training Management / Training Coordination.
- Degree qualified ideally, or relevant experience gained.
- Previous experience in a manufacturing / engineering environment.
- Proven track record of management specific to a training environment.
- Experience and past history of successfully managing Apprentices and the associated training programme.
Apprentice Training Manager Key Responsibilities
- Meet all core values of the business.
- To have a full understanding of the Production and Company KPI’s.
- Represent the company well to all internal & external parties.
- Daily management of all Apprentices.
- Manage the recruitment process including the adverts & interviews.
- Daily training of 1st year apprentices (training school).
- Influence and control apprentice funding/Levy.
- Manage & support learning unlimited Derby with college delivery.
- Complete internal apprentice reviews every 6-8 weeks.
- To have good, I.T skills.
- To cascade batch card release and sawing off requirements to the steel stores department.
- £30,000 + Benefits
We are offering an exceptional opportunity for a TOOLMAKER, who wants a DAY position. The working environment is nothing short of spectacular, characterized by its cleanliness, modernity, and pleasant atmosphere. Our inclusive and friendly culture sets us apart, providing you with total support whenever needed.
As a TOOLMAKER, you will be part of a friendly team. This role is considered to be of great importance in order to support the continued growth and development of our organisation. We are looking for hands-on experience with press tool repair and manufacture.
Our location is conveniently commutable from Dudley, Wolverhampton, Sutton Coldfield, Moseley, Halesowen, Telford, Birmingham, Oldbury, Smethwick, Walsall, Solihull, Aston, Rowley Regis, Stourbridge and Willenhall
Toolmaker Benefits:
- Salary: £30,000
- Day shift – early start, early finish
- Lunchtime finish on Fridays
- Overtime available
- Company contributory pension
- Life assurance
- 25 days of holiday
- Healthcare coverage
- Pristine and modern working environment
- Market leader with more continued growth predicted
Toolmaker Responsibilities:
- Repair existing tooling
- Brand new press tooling
- Working from engineering drawings
- Time management, plan your own work load
- Piercing, forming and cut off tooling
- CNC and Manual Milling (Siemens ShopMill and XYZ Prototrak Control)
- Operate standard Toolroom equipment
- Contribute towards continuous improvements
Toolmaker Requirements:
- Ideally Apprentice trained
- To have the ability to read engineering drawings
- Good experience of Toolmaking with press tools
- Experience of both new tooling and maintenance of existing tooling
- Any EDM wire eroding would be beneficial, but by no means essential.
- Use of standard toolroom equipment
- Happy working a days role
- A “right first time” approach
This is a terrific opportunity to be part of a large, stable, growing organisation, with no shifts involved.
Immediate interviews are being offered!
- £50,000 + Pension, Life Cover
Are you a savvy CNC Programmer who is seeking a dynamic opportunity to lead within a cutting-edge environment?
Ideally, we are looking for a CNC Programmer, who is looking to step away from 100% Setting, Operating and Programming, and move your career into a management role.wher you will be rewarded with a highly competitive salary, plus all the support you will need, to enable you to flourish in this role.
If you join our team as a CNC Programmer / Manager and take charge of our state-of-the-art facility, you will spearhead operations, optimising production efficiency and drive quality standards. You will also oversee the machining process, managing a talented team, ensuing seamless coordination across all departments.
We are a stable, busy, well-established business, which means we can offer you a long-term, fruitful career.
Commutable from: Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield, Moseley, Halesowen, Dudley, Wolverhampton, Solihull, Walsall, Aldridge, Brownhills, Lichfield, Rowley Regis and Tyseley
CNC Programmer / Manager Benefits:
- £50,000
- Permanent afternoon shift though this is open to negotiation.
- X3 Life cover
- 25 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays on top
- Very well-established business
- Friendly and supportive team
- Consistent and stable organisation
- Company Pension 8%
CNC Programmer / Manager Responsibilities:
- Supervise CNC operations during the afternoon shift.
- Oversee production schedules and ensure timely delivery of projects.
- Mentor and train team members on best practices and safety protocols.
- Maintain machine efficiency and troubleshoot issues as needed.
- Collaborate with other supervisors to optimize production processes
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Reduction of cycle times and increase productivity
- New product introduction, increasing product range
- Reduction of tooling costs
- Maintaining a high level of housekeeping
CNC Programmer / Manager Requirements:
- Proven experience in CNC machining and operations
- Hands-on CNC Machining experience
- Strong Leadership and communication skills
- Previous experience of supervising Operators and setting
- Hands-on setting and adjusting
- Exposure to Fanuc
- Mainly milling with some turning experience
- This would suit an experienced Man-Manager, or someone who is looking to step up
- To be able to work efficiently within a fast-paced environment
- £32,000 - £36,000 + Overtime, Pension
A fantastic opportunity for a Tooling Engineer to join a worldwide manufacturer at one of their sites in Shropshire. My client distributes their products to various industry sectors including food, automotive, logistics and the building industry.
My client is looking for a Tooling Engineer who will report to the Tooling Leader to join their Monday-Friday day shifts.
Tooling Engineer Benefits:
- £32,000 to £36,000
- Monday – Friday (Days)
- 24 days Annual Leave + Bank Holiday
- Company Pension
- Overtime Opportunities
- Discount Scheme
Tooling Engineer Responsibilities:
- Service and maintain injection moulding tools and ensure smooth running of production plans.
- Attend tool breakdowns and diagnose/ resolve tooling issues.
- Regular checks of power tools and equipment used.
- Liaise closely with the Tooling Leader on tooling issues regarding production downtime, low stock levels, planned preventative maintenance, and reactive repairs.
- Ensure full compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental standards.
Tooling Engineer Requirements:
- Mechanical/fitting training
- Knowledge of Sequential gate hot runner systems.
- Knowledge of hydraulic/ pneumatic cylinders in relation to hot runner systems and tooling cores.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work alone or with a team dependent on jobs.
- Experience of using lathes, milling machines and surface grinder tables.
- Basic understanding of electrics associated with tool heating and controls.
If you are interested in this Tooling Engineer role, please apply today for more information and be sure to leave your contact details.
Commutable from: Telford, Shrewsbury, Market Drayton, Bridgenorth and Wolverhampton.
- £33,000 - £39,500 + Benefits
We are looking for a TOOLMAKER FOR A PERMANENT DOUBLE DAYS POSITION
Are you an experienced Toolmaker, who likes to be kept busy? This is a friendly, supportive working environment, with plenty of progression prospects available. There is also support for further training and development.
37.5 working hour week, with Paid Overtime available. Always an early finish on Fridays to give you a good work / life balance
Well established company, with new projects arriving, creating the need for an experienced Toolmaker. Long-term prospects look fantastic and you will be joining a friendly team
The role is commutable from Walsall, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Tyseley, Solihull, Aldridge, Moseley, Halesowen, Cannock, Coventry, Redditch, Tamworth, Kings Heath and Minworth
BENEFITS FOR YOU
- £33,000 - £39,500
- 37.5 hour working week
- Overtime paid
- Early finish Friday
- Friendly team
- New projects arrived
- Further training and development offered
- On site parking
- Discounted Gym membership
- Well established manufacturing business
DUTIES of TOOLMAKER:
- Corrective, breakdown, and preventative maintenance on the Tooling
- Respond swiftly to breakdowns
- Die repairs
- Repairs on welded jigs and fixtures
- Tooling modifications and refurbishments
- Ensure repairs are carried out to agreed timescales
REQUIREMENTS OF TOOLMAKER
- Ideally, you will be Apprentice trained
- To have worked in a busy Toolroom
- Ideally, transfer and progression tooling knowledge
- Both preventative and repair to existing tooling
- Happy to work Double Days – Mon - Friday
- £35,000 - £41,000 + Benefits
We are looking for a TOOLMAKER FOR A PERMANENT NIGHTS POSITION
Are you an experienced Toolmaker, who likes to be kept busy? This is a friendly, supportive working environment, with plenty of progression prospects available. There is also support for further training and development.
37.5 working hour week, with Paid Overtime available. Always an early finish on Fridays to give you a good work / life balance
Well established company, with new projects arriving, creating the need for an experienced Toolmaker. Long-term prospects look fantastic and you will be joining a friendly team
The role is commutable from Walsall, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Tyseley, Solihull, Aldridge, Moseley, Halesowen, Cannock, Coventry, Redditch, Tamworth, Kings Heath and Minworth
BENEFITS FOR YOU
- £35,000 - £41,000
- 37.5 hour working week
- Overtime paid
- Early finish Friday
- Friendly team
- New projects arrived
- Further training and development offered
- On site parking
- Discounted Gym membership
- Well established manufacturing business
DUTIES of TOOLMAKER:
- Corrective, breakdown, and preventative maintenance on the Tooling
- Respond swiftly to breakdowns
- Die repairs
- Repairs on welded jigs and fixtures
- Tooling modifications and refurbishments
- Ensure repairs are carried out to agreed timescales
REQUIREMENTS OF TOOLMAKER
- Ideally, you will be Apprentice trained
- To have worked in a busy Toolroom
- Ideally, transfer and progression tooling knowledge
- Both preventative and repair to existing tooling
- Happy to work Nights – Mon - Friday