One of the leading Technology Research and Development organisations in the Midlands are currently seeking an experienced Systems Engineer, to design system solutions to enhance a vehicles, safety, performance and energy efficiency.

The company have over four decades of experience in the development and proving of electronic and mechatronic control and energy saving systems and applications for the Automotive sector. 

Systems Engineer – Salary Package:

• Salary £40,000 - £50,000
• Private Healthcare
• Pension Scheme 
• 33 Days Holidays (Inc Bank Hols)
• Childcare Voucher Scheme 
• A Multiple Project Technology Environment. 

Duties of a Systems Engineer 

• The analysis of customer requirements, functional safety requirements, relevant legislation and standards to develop system requirement specifications. 
• The use of proven system analysis and design methodologies to develop elegant efficient solutions to meet the project requirements. 
• Working closely with the Functional Safety Department to ensure the analysis and development of appropriate functional safety requirements. 
• Liaison with other engineering disciplines to develop system design specifications and algorithms. 
• Plan, conduct and review testing of new software, hardware and calibrations at a variety of levels including integration testing, dyno testing and vehicle level testing, sometimes including worldwide field trips. 
• The calibration of system functions to comply with project requirements. Complete sign-off procedures for vehicle algorithms, calibrations and final product testing. Undertake system and vehicle development and problem-solving within tight timescales. 
• Fully document the design development and verification of developed systems. 
• Understand and comply with company and customer confidentiality agreements and maintain the security of company and customer property. 

Systems Engineer – Requirements:

• A formal qualification / Degree in a relevant science or Engineering disciplines. 
• Experience of requirements analysis and management, preferably using dedicated requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS, Cradle, MKS).
• Good experience of Configuration management Tools (e.g., MKS) 
• Experience of systems design methodologies 
• Hands on experience of developing control algorithms for automotive applications 
• Knowledge or familiarity of, Software C-code, MATLAB, CAN and flexray communication protocols and toolchain. 
• A good understanding of electronic hardware techniques and an ability to interpret circuit schematics. 
• Knowledge of the use of microcontrollers within real time embedded systems 
• Proficiency with standard office tools: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc. 

This is a great opportunity to be part of the generation of new energy saving and performance enhancing technologies for the vehicles of tomorrow. 

Commutable from: Coventry, Derby, Lichfield, Burton upon Trent, Birmingham, Leicester, Wolverhampton, Stafford, West Bromwich

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Design, R&D & Projects Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

One of the leading Technology Research and Development organisations in the Midlands are currently seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join their Chassis Project Development Team.

The company have over four decades of experience in the development and proving of electronic and mechatronic control and energy saving systems and applications for the Automotive sector. 

Reporting to the Head of Department the role will become an important part of the Chassis Group, where the role will be responsible for developing and designing software for high performance embedded systems. 

Software Engineer – Salary Package:

• Salary £40,000 - £50,000
• Private Healthcare
• Pension Scheme 
• 33 Days Holidays (Inc Bank Hols)
• Childcare Voucher Scheme 
• A Multiple Project Technology Environment. 

Duties of a Software Engineer will include:

Dealing with embedded software for microcontrollers, using design practices and software life cycles in line with the ISO2001:2008 quality system and high integrity design standards. Providing close coordination of project activities throughout the duration of the project between both the development teams and the customer. 

• The interpretation of system requirements in collaboration with systems and hardware engineers to generate software requirements using semi-formal methods. 
• Develop Code implementation using C/C++ programming languages, assembly language and automatic code generation from modelled environments. 
• Undertake functional components, base software development and problem-solving within tight timescales 
• The use of Autosar BSW configuration and integration 
• The generation and execution of test plans and reports at all levels of the “V” life cycle, including unit/structural tests, integration tests and verification/validation tests 
• The generation and formal review of technical documentation and artefacts from the design process 
• Work to FMEA, HAZOP, FTA and other analysis techniques. 

What we are looking for in a Software Engineer

• A formal qualification in engineering, or a science-based subject (Ideally Software or Electronic Engineering related)
• Good industry experience in a similar role within an embedded system product development environment 
• Good experience of programming using C, C++, C# and assembly languages 
• Experience working with Autosar Base Software, Rte and SWC configuration 
• Experience of using requirements management and specification tools e.g., DOORS, MKS Integrity 
• Experience using configuration management tools e.g., MKS
• Experience with software analysis methodologies and tools e.g., UML, Rhapsody
• Experience with CAN based test tools e.g., CANoe, CANalyser, CANape, PCAN or ValueCAN
• An ability to interpret circuit schematics and understand the basic operation of electronics hardware, especially microprocessor peripheral support circuitry
• A good proficiency with standard office tools: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc

This is a great opportunity to be part of the generation of new energy saving and performance enhancing technologies for the vehicles of tomorrow. 

Commutable from: Coventry, Derby, Lichfield, Burton upon Trent, Birmingham, Leicester, Wolverhampton, Stafford, West Bromwich

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Design, R&D & Projects Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

This is a technology-focused company, specializing in control system design, install and commissioning who are looking to recruit, a proven IT / Software Manager.

They have been supporting end users and mechanical system integrators for several years and over this time have become a specialist in automated systems.

Even during the pandemic, the business has gone from strength to strength, and they continue to grow, further still.

IT / Software Manager Hours and Benefits 

• £45,000 - £60,000
• Flexi time working
• Some home working 
• Health insurance 
• Employer pension contribution
• Company Performance based bonus
• Access to pool vehicles for travel

The Role

The business is looking to strengthen and reinforce the team with an IT / Software Manager. They are looking for a developer manager to join the Windows development team. You must have 5+ years with the below technologies;

• .NET, C#, ASP.NET, JavaScript 
• SQL Server
• Web API
• Client/Server based architecture
• Windows Server and desktop experience
• Basic office IT management of infrastructure

IT / Software Manager Key Experience Required 

• Consulting with management and software developers to determine software solution requirements.
• Evaluating software solutions and system performance, as well as supervising and helping the software development team.
• Demonstrating patience and using effective explanations when mentoring junior software developers.
• Managing the development, deployment, and integration of software solutions.
• Determining system specifications and analyzing test stage data prior to software installation.
• The IT / Software Manager will manage IT and software supplies for both internal and external systems.
• Managing the installation and configuration of software solutions.
• Collaborating with front end users and customers on software functionality.
• Resolving software deployment and integration errors, and documenting processes.
• Keeping abreast of new software technologies, as well as conforming to best practices in cybersecurity.

Commutable From: Tamworth, Coventry, Burton Upon Trent, Loughborough, Nottingham, Mansfield, Chesterfield

CUSTOMER SUPPORT REPRESENTATIVE - GUITARS

This is your chance to join an internationally recognised business / brand, who in a substantial period of growth.

They are looking to appoint a Customer Support representative to join their talented team on a full-time basis. This is a very diverse position, where you will primarily be responsible for outstanding customer service and support to their customers, whilst maintaining a supporting role to the wider Service Team where additional resource is required. This is an active role where collaboration with people across the Company and wider world is essential, with a high level of computer literacy being essential.

Besides the proven Customer Support experience, you will need to be a guitar player / musician, with a good understanding of the brands and products of the musical instrument industry.

Company Benefits

• Company performance and individual bonuses
• 33 days holiday
• Sick pay
• Death in service cover
• Unique, relaxed environment
• Casual dress code

Commutable From: Northampton, Wellingborough, Rugby, Kettering, Bedford, Milton Keynes

Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)

• The Customer Support Representative will offer customers exceptional customer service and product support
• Responding to all external requests for support received via multiple channels within and agreed timescale
• Communication with product users, UK dealers and international distributors
• Proactive improvement of existing customer experience. Ownership of and upholding the Customer Service Charter, being a first point of contact for incoming calls to the business
• Maintaining and developing the Company’s CRM and other contact tracking systems
• Managing and despatching customer orders for client’s merchandise, Administering the online customer portal, organising product collections and deliveries
• Proactively monitoring online channels for support requests and delivering excellent customer service accordingly, providing customer service data and basic data analysis 

Qualifications and Experience Required

• GCSE’s – minimum Grade C for English and Mathematics
• Experience of customer contact in a service environment, Customer Support / Customer Service
• Guitar player/musician, with a good understanding of the brands and products of the musical instrument industry
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an excellent grasp of the English language
• Good numerical and analytical skills
• Strong IT skills, with experience of troubleshooting resolving common problems independently
• Experience in digital audio recording and using music software e.g., DAWs, plugins would be useful 

Customer Support Person Specification

• Excellent interpersonal skills and an outgoing nature 
• An ability to build professional relationships with people at all levels
• High level of attention to detail and highly organised
• Independent and self-reliant
• An Ability to manage working time effectively and prioritise assignments appropriately
• A flexible approach to work
• Driven, passionate and a definite go-getter. Enthusiastic, conscientious, committed and dependable

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Back Office Recruitment Support since 1994

HUMAN RESOURCES ADVISOR

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an experienced Human Resources Advisor, to join a busy manufacturing organisation.

As the Human Resources Advisor, you will be reporting directly to the Head of Human Resources. You will be part of the business plan, as the Human Resources Advisor, responsible for supporting the delivery of the HR Operational Plan, ensuring that we are attracting the right people into the business.

This is a unique organisation, the culture is very special, with all sorts of benefits to help motivate all the staff.

No one else produces the same products, giving them a true lead in the market-place.

BENEFITS OF THE HUMAN RESOURCES OPERATIONS ADVISOR

• £40,000
• Working directly with the Head of Human Resources
• Excellent Pension and holidays
• Bonus
• Healthcare and Dental Plan
• Life Assurance
• Busy, friendly manufacturing organisation
• A genuine chance to make an impact
• Free use of holiday homes

DUTIES OF THE HUMAN RESOURCES OPERATIONS ADVISOR

• Provide policy and process advice
• Promoting employee engagement and well being
• Recruitment and updating job profiles
• Manage the HR Recruitment inbox
• Engagement initiatives
• Advising on employee relations issues, including dispute resolution, disciplinaries, grievances and absence management
• Drive creativity and continuous improvement
• Ensure the HR systems is kept uptodate
• Support annual salary reviews and bonus process
• Provide support for the preparation of payroll activities

REQUIREMENT OF THE HUMAN RESOURCES OPERATIONS ADVISOR

• CIPD qualified to level 5 or above
• Human Resources experience within a generalist role
• To have had experience of managing complex employee relations activities, including performance management, disciplinaries and Absence management
• Up to date knowledge of employment law
• Experience will have been gained from a manufacturing environment
• Passion and energy
• Drive and commitment to make things happen, a real “can do” attitude is essential

You will be able to utilise your skills and expand your knowledge in a very friendly, unique manufacturing environment, and you will be rewarded with high job satisfaction and a multitude of benefits, that really are second to none.

The role is commutable from Walsall, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Tamworth, Atherstone, Swadlincote, Coalville, Hinckley, Nuneaton, Lichfield, Coventry and Aldridge

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Technical Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

The HR and Site Administrator will be responsible for providing administrative excellence to the HR Function and to the site. The role will vary from week to week depending on the requirements of the business as well as being responsible for general day to day administrative based tasks.

The HR and Site Administrator, will have proven admin skills, alongside 1-2 years of HR working experience.

Salary, Hours and Benefits

• Salary, £18,000 - £22,000, dependant on experience
• 37.5 hours, Monday – Friday, Early finish, every Friday
• The opportunity to work within a global organisation
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Managed Occupational Health service, Retail shopping discount programme, Discounted gym membership, Bike to Work scheme, SMART pension

Commutable From: Leicester, Derby, Nottingham, Burton upon Trent, Coventry, Tamworth

HR and Site Administrator Person Specification

• Strong Administrator with ability to utilise Microsoft Office Applications in particular Excel
• Has HR knowledge with 1-2 years of working experience in HR environment, preferably in Manufacturing
• Familiar and comfortable in the use of Online Web Based Systems
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy. Able to demonstrate Administrative Excellence
• Experience of Suggesting and Implementing Improvements. Numerically Minded
• Experience in use of Time and Attendance Systems or similar
• Minimum – 5 X GCSE’s Grade A – C or equivalent experience.

HR and Site Administrator Key Responsibilities 

• Organize and maintain personnel records. Providing first level HR advice to managers and team members
• Administration of the Site Time and Attendance System and Absence management
• Sending variations to Payroll department for fortnightly and monthly paid team members
• Prepare monthly reports on key HR metrics such as Absence, Turnover, Overtime, etc.
• Issuing of relevant Memos, announcements and vacancies
• Assisting with Early Talent and Recruitment
• Maintenance and Upkeep of the Company Bike2Work Scheme, Cost Benefits Program
• Updating of the Site HR Intranet with latest forms and documents
• Upkeep of Site Electronic Communications and Notice Boards
• Monitoring of Stationary Usage and Ordering of Stationary on a weekly basis
• Upkeep of the Visitor Log of Foreign Guests for Tax Review Purposes, and of whereabouts of Site Team Members.
• Ordering Lunches as and when required, processing of invoices on online Basware portal
• Upkeep and Follow Up of New Starter, Promotions and Leaver Paperwork
• Filing, Photocopying, Letter Writing and other general administrative duties as and when required
• Answering of Telephones and redirecting calls to relevant Team Member. Respond to general enquiries i.e. Reference Requests, Mortgage Support applications etc.
• Prepare HR contracts like employment contracts, new hire induction, etc.
• Administration and follow up of Site Social Events, Team Member Survey Action Plan etc.
• The HR and Site Administrator will assist on any other duties as deemed appropriate to the role.

EXPORT SALES ORDER PROCESSOR

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Export Sales Order Processor to join an expanding manufacturing business located in the heart of Warwickshire. 

Hours & Benefits:

• £24,000
• 22 days holiday + bank holidays
• Full Training
• Opportunity to join a growing business on the up.

Located in Royal Leamington Spa, this company manufacture and supply a range of products to various segments of the construction and building supplies industries. 

The Expoprt Sales Order Processor role would suit either an experienced Expport Sales Order Processor or a recent graduate with 6+ months experience in a commercial setting. 

Immediate start available. 

Responsibilities of the Export Sales Order Processor include:

• Processing sales orders for UK customers
• Coordinating the production and despatch samples for customers
• Raising work orders
• Coordinating with various departments including sales and production 

If you have the following attributes and experience then why not apply for this Export Sales Order Processor role:

• 2+ years’ experience in a similar Export Sales Order Processing role or a recent graduate with 6+ months of experience in a commercial setting
• Good customer service skills
• Reliable 
• Driven
• Team player
• Driving license

Submit your CV now to be considered for this fantastic opportunity.

Commutable from Royal Leamington Spa, Coventry, Warwick, Birmingham, Stratford-upon-Avon, Rugby, Daventry, Banbury, Redditch

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Sales Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

SALES ORDER PROCESSOR

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Sales Order Processor to join an expanding manufacturing business located in the heart of Warwickshire. 

Hours & Benefits:

• £24,000
• 22 days holiday + bank holidays
• Full Training
• Opportunity to join a growing business on the up.

Located in Royal Leamington Spa, this company manufacture and supply a range of products to various segments of the construction and building supplies industries. 

The Sales Order Processor role would suit either an experienced Sales Order Processor or a recent graduate with 6+ months experience in a commercial setting. 

Immediate start available. 

Responsibilities of the Sales Order Processor include:

• Processing sales orders for UK customers
• Coordinating the production and despatch samples for customers
• Raising work orders
• Coordinating with various departments including sales and production 

If you have the following attributes and experience then why not apply for this Sales Order Processor role:

• 2+ years’ experience in a similar Sales Order Processing role or a recent graduate with 6+ months of experience in a commercial setting
• Good customer service skills
• Reliable 
• Driven
• Team player
• Driving license

Submit your CV now to be considered for this fantastic opportunity.

Commutable from Royal Leamington Spa, Coventry, Warwick, Birmingham, Stratford-upon-Avon, Rugby, Daventry, Banbury, Redditch

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Sales Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

This is an Accounts Assistant role with Payroll.  It offers an excellent salary – 30 days holiday, Contributory Pension Scheme, free drinks and free off road parking!

If you are looking for a stable role where your hard work will be appreciated, and you will be working within a supportive team within a leading Manufacturing company who are going from strength to strength even during Covid - then please read on. 

Benefits for the Accounts Assistant with Payroll:

• Excellent Salary – Up to £28,000
• 30 days holiday 
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Free drinks supplied
• Free off road parking
• Working with a very supportive team 

As the Accounts Assistant with Payroll your duties include:

• Maintenance of General Ledger
• Maintenance of Purchase Ledger including matching Supplier Invoices with Purchase Orders, processing Supplier Payments and creation of Bank payment files
• Maintenance of Sales Ledger including allocation of payments and supervising Credit Control 
• Resolution of Invoice discrepancies
• Preparation of Weekly and Monthly Payroll data for transmission to Wages Bureau - Includes administration of SSP, Holiday pay, Pension
• Maintain HR documentation & sickness records
• Process VAT returns and all HMRC payments
• Manage Month-End and prepare Monthly Management Accounts

I would like to speak with you if you have the following:

• Previous experience as a Account Assistant with Payroll or Book Keeper  is essential
• Strong IT Skills
• High level of discretion and attention to detail
• Experience of Payroll – weekly and monthly
• Electronic Banking/Payments
• Previous experience of managing Accounts Dept within an SME
• Minimum 5 years of Supervisory Experience

This position is Commutable from Birmingham, Perry Barr, Great Barr, Erdington, Walsall, Sutton Coldfield

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an IT COORDINATOR

Do you have experience as an IT COORDINATOR within MANUFACTURING?  Would you like to be part of a busy, friendly, manufacturing organisation, where as their IT COORDINATOR , you will be given the opportunity for both proactive and reactive support, configuration ad system documentation within a highly diverse production environment

If you are an IT COORDINATOR, looking for stability, and long- term career stability, this is just the opportunity for you.

IT COORDIANTOR BENEFITS

• £35,000 - £40,000 - Dependant on experience
• Working directly with the Senior Management team
• Excellent Pension and holidays
• Busy, very friendly manufacturing organisation
• A genuine chance to make an impact

DUTIES OF THE IT COORDINATOR

• Provide proactive and reactive support
• Ensure critical IT systems are operational
• Assist with problem resolution
• Provide desktop and mobile phone user support
• Ensure 1st level support can be provided
• Understand EDI flows and technologies form IT scope to support plant
• Assist the IT Project teams with regards to functional analysis of industrial processes, solutions and delivery
• Responsibility for on-call requirements to match customer work schedule

REQUIREMENT OF THE IT COORDINATOR

• To have previously worked in a helpdesk environment
• SAP end user experience
• Cisco Networking – LAN/WAN/Wireless maintenance router / switch
• Windows Server (2012 / 2016) Support
• Microsoft Office 2016 / 365 user support
• It would be helpful if you have experience of Active Directory, GPO, DNS
• Experience with virtualisation technologies (VMWARE6)
• Data cabling and physical network infrastructure
• Zebra Printer and label printing 
• Be wonderful if you have experience with handheld scanners

This is a fast -paced manufacturing environment and would suit an energetic, dynamic individual

The role is commutable from Walsall, Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield, Lichfield, Barton Under Needwood, Tamworth, Burton Upon Trent and Measham

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Technical Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

An industry leading manufacturer of industrial capital equipment is seeking a Technical Office Manager to coordinate  their Manchester site. The company are an international concern and supply equipment, on a sale or hire basis, to clients across various industries including construction, manufacturing, facilities, renovation, commercial and industrial cleaning. 

Benefits for the Technical Office Manager:

• £38,000
• Profit Share
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• 30 days holiday
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Financially supported further education

This is a fabulous opportunity if you are looking for a very well-established, secure organisation and if you are looking for a career, and to be part of their continued growth.  

As the Technical Office Manager your duties will include:

• General Office Management 
• Manage the Logistics for all parts, machinery and accessories, ensuring all goods received from HO and delivered to customer on time 
• To be the main point of contact for customer enquiries/communication, sales enquiries, giving technical advice to customers on all goods/machinery
• To make Sales calls – following up on customer enquiries
• Contact customers to schedule appointments and support the branch manager in preparation and follow up of customers appointments, prepare proposals, quotations, information packs etc
• Arranging service visits for Sales team and BM to customers sites
• Maintaining all customer information on CRM
• Organising all office administration, support BM and Sales team with their administration needs
• Interaction with other European sites
• To handle the rental business for the branch, including contract management, handover, technical checks, and return of machines.

I would be very keen to speak with you if you have:

• Previous experience as a Technical Office Manager or Stores Manager or logistics Manager or Technical manager or similar
• You will need to be Technically minded – a technical qualification or experience would be most beneficial – mechanical or mechatronics ideal
• You will need strong administration skills
• An excellent communicator
• Excellent IT skills, including all Microsoft applications and CRM experience
• You need to be incredibly organised, have good time management and structured in your daily tasks
• Sales experience would be beneficial but not essential, as there will be an element of sales involved in the role
• Experience within logistics and office management would be beneficial
• You will be driven and full of energy!

The role is commutable from: Manchester, Stockport, Rochdale, Huddersfield, Burnley and Bolton

An already busy, manufacturing Company are in the enviable position, in that they are now super busy post pandemic & are lookimng to recruit a New Product Intridution Administrator (NPI) to be part of a growing privately owned manufacturing company, where you will enjoy plenty of development and opportunities. 

It a special opportunity for the NEW PRODUCT INTRODUCTION ADMINISTRATOR to be part of a growing privately owned manufacturing company, where you will enjoy plenty of development and opportunities. This is a new role created in order for the NEW PRODUCT INTRODUCTION ADMINISTRATOR to support the NPI department with the additional projects.  

BENEFITS

• £20,000
• SUPERB DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
• GROWING PRIVATELY OWNED ESTABLISHMENT
• FLEXIBLE HOURS
• AN ESTABLISHED WELL- KNOWN ORGANISATION
• GOOD PENSION

DUTIES OF THE NEW PRODUCT INTRODUCTION ADMINISTRATOR

• Update spread sheets
• Provide general administration duties for the New Product Introduction facility
• Ensure updates on projects are gathers
• Manage customer portals
• Attend reviews both internal and external
• Keep internal documents

REQUIREMENT OF THE NEW PRODUCT INTRODUCTION ADMINISTRATOR

• Strong commercial awareness
• Excellent Microsoft office skills
• Previous commercial experience would be advantageous
• You maybe a recent Graduate, looking for a foot in the door with an engineering company that can offer you a genuine career progression
• Meeting Health and Safety standards
• Full driving licence

The role is commutable from Walsall, Coventry, Sutton Coldfield, Redditch, Halesowen, Lichfield, Tamworth,  Birmingham and Aldridge

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing, Production & Quality Recruitment Support since 1994