SENIOR DESIGN ENGINEER

Company

With nearly 50 years of experience behind them, this is a global company that continues to grow, having doubled in size over the last five years. They consider themselves to be agile and highly innovative, embracing the technology associated within the industry.  The business has a strong family culture which provides a positive working environment where employees feel valued and trusted. They are big advocates of personal development, growth and progression, with many success stories of this across the company. 

**This is an initial 9-month fixed term role**

Mechanical Design Engineer Salary, Hours and Benefits

• £40,000
• An initial 9-month fixed term role
• The position will go hybrid after a bit of time in the role
• 37.5 hours per week, with some flexibility
• The chance to join a hypergrowth business
• Up to 10.5% company pension
• •Company bonus
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Cash health plan
• A modern, forward-thinking place to work

Commutable From: Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Walsall, Dudley, Kidderminster  

Mechanical Design Engineer Role Overview

The business is looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer on a fixed term contract to join a pre‐existing Engineering project team focussed on the development, documentation and validation of multiple assemblies and subassemblies used within the company’s existing products.

Activities within this project will include providing technical review into existing assemblies made onsite, creation of new assembly drawings as well as planning for and performing any necessary validation testing required for final project approvals.

The role will be primarily focussed on the maintenance and development of existing products and assemblies, however, work may be supplemented by additional NPD work and projects.

Mechanical Design Engineer Candidate Requirements

• Degree or similar qualification in Mechanical Design Engineering or comparable subject.
• Experience in 3D CAD software CREO and Windchill (other similar CAD software will also be considered).
• Ability to accurately read, layout and create 2D Engineering drawings, in particular assembly style drawings.
• Understanding of geometric tolerances and other similar Engineering principles.
• Understanding of Bills of Materials.
• Experience and understanding of ERP software(s) (Microsoft Navision preferred).
• Hands‐on approach to product testing.

Mechanical Design Engineer Key Responsibilities 

• Design and development of mechanisms, components, and assemblies with a focus on existing company products.
• Generation of mechanical drawings and specifications using 3D CAD packages.
• Inspection, testing and validation of designs and products.
• Support the introduction of parts and designs into manufacturing and production.
• Assessment and documentation of products against required specifications and standards.
• Assisting the Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain and teams where necessary.

The Company

The business is a niche company with over 60 years of manufacturing heritage and a worldwide presence. They have a global supply chain and export over 30% of their product to a world-wide network of customers. The majority of their work is product designed and manufactured by the company at their UK site. 

Contracts Manager Salary and Benefits

• £50,000 - £55,000
• Plus, car allowance (£500 per month, £6,000 per year)
• 37.5 hours, Monday to Thursday 7:30am – 4:15pm, 12pm on Friday’s
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Early finish Friday’s

Commutable From: Sheffield, Rotherham, Nottingham, Derby, Mansfield, Chesterfield, Worksop, Newark on Trent

Contracts Manager Role Overview

The Contracts Manager will profitably manage and develop the Contracts Department incorporating Installations, Maintenance & Electrical Design within the agreed Business Plan.

Contracts Manager Person Specification

• Experience of Project Planning, People Management and Motivation, ensuring projects are delivered on time, safely and profitably.
• A self-motivated Manager who is able to work well within a team of Managers and on their own initiative.
• Excellent multi-tasker with the ability to manage their time to meet deadlines.
• An excellent communicator, who is able to communicate effectively across all levels of the business. 
• A holder of a health and safety qualification, ideally IOSH or NEBOSH.
• Previous experience in the steel erection / steelwork industry would be an advantage.
• Possess excellent IT skills and knowledgeable in Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel.
• Be prepared to role your sleeves up and get your hands dirty.
• Visit sites and clients in conjunction with the sales team and engage with clients to demonstrate a proficiency in company operations.

Contracts Manager Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all activities within the Department including Project Management, QS and estimating ensuring they all deliver on time and in compliance with the customer orders.
• Monitor and advise on overhead and profit management for projects.
• Negotiation with Sub-Contractors.
• To ensure adequate provisions are made to ensure the safe delivery of all activities, including (but not limited to) overseeing RAMS, training and the safe use of plant and equipment.
• Implement agreed Business Plans to achieve targeted growth and profit levels for the business. 

Company

With nearly 50 years of experience behind them, this is a global company that continues to grow, having doubled in size over the last five years. They consider themselves to be agile and highly innovative, embracing the technology associated within the industry.  The business has a strong family culture which provides a positive working environment where employees feel valued and trusted. They are big advocates of personal development, growth and progression, with many success stories of this across the company. 

Salary, Hours and Benefits

• £60,000 - £65,000
• Hybrid
• 37.5 hours per week, with some flexibility
• The chance to join a hypergrowth business
• Up to 10.5% company pension
• Company bonus
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Cash health plan
• A modern, forward-thinking place to work

Commutable From: Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Walsall, Dudley, Kidderminster  

Role Overview

The business is looking to recruit a Senior Electronics Engineer to support the continuing growth of their design department.  The role will involve providing technical guidance to other members of the Electronics Design team, working alongside other engineering disciplines, designing hardware and embedded software to extend the businesses product range.

Candidate Requirements

• You will have a depth of experience of full product lifecycle.
• The Senior Electronics Engineer will hold a degree or similar qualification in Electronics Engineering or a comparable subject.
• Proven experience in embedded firmware design, development, and testing, along with, firmware unit, integration, and system testing.
• Solid experience in electronics hardware design, development, and testing; including PCB schematic design and layout.
• The Senior Electronics Engineer will have EMC design and test experience.
• New product development, and design validation process – FMEA, DFM.  
• Creation of supporting design documentation, development reports, BoM, build packs.
• Experience of electronics design within a highly regulated industry, with experience of working with third party approval/certification bodies.
• Experience in architecture design and architecture design tools, with a familiarity of machinery safety standards or similar.

Key Responsibilities 

• The Senior Electronics Engineer will be a lead electronics resource for the business.  
• Identify areas of improvement and assist implementing new processes.
• Design and maintenance of hardware and embedded software for use within company products.
• Assessment and documentation of products against specifications and standards.
• Coordinate with and assist other departments.

This is your chance to join an internationally recognised business / brand, who are in a substantial period of growth. They have a unique environment, a great bunch to work with who are incredibly passionate about their products and the industry as a whole.

Most of their staff have worked in the industry for a long time and they are looking for an individual who wishes to grow with the company and share in their current and future success.

Role Overview

Due to continued growth, the business is looking for an experienced Electronics Engineer to join their established team on a full-time permanent basis. This is an important position within the R&D team, and you will be key in driving the development of new products from initial design, through to production and post-production maintenance.

Electronics Engineer Pay and Benefits

• £40,000 - £50,000
• 33 days holiday
• Sick pay
• Death in service cover
• Unique, relaxed environment
• Casual dress code

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

Electronics Engineer Person Specification

• Degree qualified in electronics or similar engineering subject.
• 5+ years’ commercial experience in electronic design, ideally within audio electronics.
• The Electronics Engineer will ideally have audio experience working with ADC/DAC (Analogue/Digital Converters) and associated components, Op-amps etc.
• High speed digital electronics experience, working with microcontrollers, DSPs etc.
• PCB layout and design experience.
• A guitar or bass player of any experience level is preferred but isn’t essential.

Electronics Engineer Key Responsibilities

• Project lead and design of system architecture.
• Responsible for all research and full development, through full life cycle, of assigned projects.
• Contributing towards new innovative design ideas to drive the company technology forward.
• Undertaking the building and testing of electronic prototypes.
• Brainstorming new product ideas and technical requirements/ specifications.
• Communicating with UK and overseas teams on project-specific topics.
• Assisting other day-to day technical activities of the R&D department.
• Possible, infrequent overseas travel as required – this is not essential, however can be an exciting opportunity for an engineer to broaden their knowledge and experience.

Operating from a new factory, this UK leading business has an outstanding reputation for quality, reliability and workmanship.

They offer a full design service, project management and product development facilities. While still focusing on the Retail market, they now offer design expertise, prototyping and manufacturing for the hospitality, healthcare, corporate, sport, leisure and education sectors.

CAD Engineer Salary, Hours and Benefits

• £35,000 - £45,000
• 39 hours per week, Monday – Friday
• Hybrid working option
• Modern manufacturing facility
• Onsite parking

Commutable From: Dudley, Stourbridge, Brierley Hill, Halesowen, Oldbury, West Bromwich 

The Role

Due to the growth of the company, the business is seeking an enthusiastic CAD Engineer to join their Design department. The role will be to specialise in the design of retail equipment within Interior Shop Fit Outs. Knowledge of CAD Design, Autodesk Inventor or Solidworks and having a background within retail shopfitting would be hugely advantageous. 

The ideal candidate will be able to work as part of a team and follow instructions but also act on your own accord, whilst working to tight deadlines and schedules. The role will be to create full production drawing packs, create cutting list and requisition sheets whilst supporting the rest of the team, ensuring all projects are delivered on schedule and on budget.

CAD Engineer Person Specification

• Highly proficient in Solidworks packages or Autodesk Inventor
• Experience in the design and manufacture of retail equipment / retail interiors (this experience would be a big advantage)
• An Engineering / Design degree would be useful, but is not essential
• Knowledge of different timbers, materials and joinery
• Good working knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes
• Excellent engineering problem solving
• Proficient in MS Office
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite – beneficial
• Full UK driving licence

CAD Engineer Soft Skills

• Attention to detail
• High attention to detail
• Able to work under pressure and tight deadlines
• Enthusiastic
• Team Player

CAD Engineer Key Responsibilities

• CAD design and development of retail equipment
• Create full production drawing packs
• Create cutting lists and requisition sheets

Probe Technical are looking to recruit a full time and permanent Maintenance Engineer to join a market leading Manufacturing facility. You will be required to take part in general maintenance activities, fault finding, PPM's, upgrades and modifications as well as installation work. This is an excellent time to join due to business growth.   

You must be flexible to work 12-hour shifts, covering days and nights. 

The package details for the role of Maintenance Engineer:

• Salary £47,000 depending on experience.  
• Company pension matched (will be disclosed at interview)
• 23 + 8 days Holiday – Holiday increases with service 
• Life Assurance 
• Stable workforce 

Along with a minimum Level 2 in Mechanical Maintenance and a previous background within a heavy manufacturing facility, some duties for the Maintenance Engineer role will involve:

• Preventative maintenance plans and routines in conjunction with production requirements.
• Adherence to a robust maintenance system for work orders.
• Effective planning and carry out of work schedules.
• Have equal abilities with Hydraulics & Pneumatics 

The role of Maintenance Engineer is commutable from Derby, Burton on Trent, Swadlincote and Ashby-de-la-Zouch. 

Company

This is a fantastic opportunity with a global company that continues to grow, both in size and revenue. They consider themselves to be agile and highly innovative, embracing the technology associated within the industry. The business has a strong family culture which provides a positive working environment where employees feel valued and trusted.

Manufacturing Engineering Manager Salary and Benefits

• Up to £50,000 - £55,000 (negotiable dependant on experience)
• Excellent company pension
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Company bonus
• Dental and health benefits
• Life insurance
• Annual group shares

Commutable From: Birmingham, Walsall, Dudley, Kidderminster, Wolverhampton, Telford

Role Purpose

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager will be responsible for overseeing the Manufacturing Engineering Team activities and developing capabilities to meet the needs of the business. 

Reporting to the Head of Manufacturing, this role will play a key role in establishing a global network of efficient and high-quality manufacturing facilities that can leverage the advantages of being close to the market. 

You will be an excellent communicator who is driven and committed to quality and continuous improvement, very much production minded.

Manufacturing Engineering Manager Candidate Requirements

• The Manufacturing Engineering Manager will ideally have a demonstrable background from an Automation environment.
• A proven background in driving improvements on the shopfloor.
• Natural leader and change manager.
• 5+ years experience leading a Manufacturing Engineering / Operations Excellence team.
• Intimate knowledge and experience with implementing lean methodology, ideally formal lean training e.g. Lean six Sigma.
• Must be an excellent collaborator working closely with your peer group, along with being an excellent communicator, capable of engaging with individuals one-on-one, communicating in a clear and concise manner and share information/new ideas with team members.
• Ability to - dive deep into processes and drive results; to take on any task thrown your way, with hunger to continuously learn and develop; to meet tight deadlines and balance multiple, competing priorities.
• Expert in use and set up of Enterprise Resource Planning systems.
• Comfortable working in a high-pressure environment, in an agile and dynamic way to tackle unexpected & emerging issues.

Manufacturing Engineering Manager Key Responsibilities

• Analyse current working methods implementing key KPI’s and implement improvements to improve the efficiency and quality of company processes.
• Lead and support improvement projects, through effective change management. From minor changes through to Capex justification and commissioning of transformational changes.
• To instil a continuous improvement mindset, appropriately train team members on key tools and techniques to drive CI.
• Work closely with the manufacturing leaders to coach appropriate problem-solving tools and preventative actions.
• Review current processes and ways of working to identify areas of improvement, gathering feedback and data from all internal stakeholders.
• Work cross functionally to develop the site layout plans, value streams layout, organisation and standardisation plans to support our growth ambitions.
• Support the reduction in overall manufacturing costs through best practice standardisation and operational development.
• Provide mentoring and leadership to your team members.
• Develop close relationships with other key internal functional areas.

About Us: 

We have a stable maintenance team with very low staff turnover and are seeking a proven Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician to join our experienced team. 

Our maintenance team supports some of the most advanced automated manufacturing equipment on the market, ensuring the smooth operation of our modern, clean automated manufacturing environment.

Benefits: 

We value our employees and offer the following benefits in return for your Maintenance skills and experience:

• Starting Salary of £51,000  
• Paid Overtime at Premium Rates
• Company Funded Pension
• Above Average Paid Holiday 
• Company Sick Pay 
• Early Friday Finish 
• Opportunity to work within a modern, clean automated manufacturing environment.

Duties of an Maintenance Technician 

As a proven Maintenance Technician you will be required to undertake both electrical and mechanical planned and reactive maintenance across our plant, which will require you to have experience of supporting plant and equipment within either an engineering, manufacturing or a production plant environment. 

Requirements of a Maintenance Technician

You must Apprentice trained be qualified to either a City & Guilds or NVQ standard Electrically allied to having previous experience of supporting plant and equipment (including Plc Controls) within an engineering, manufacturing or a production plant environment.

Commutable from Dorridge, Earlswood, Hall Green, Knowle & Solihull