Company:

This is a technology-focused company, specializing in control system design, install and commissioning for the automated materials handling sector.

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

The Role:

They are now looking to strengthen and reinforce the team, with an experienced Control Panel Design Engineer, ideally suited to someone looking for the next challenge in their career. The right candidate will take ownership of the electrical design for the ongoing development of new and existing systems.

On a day to day basis, perform electrical design activities associated with the delivery of projects, to end users and partners, from project launch to handover on site.

Hours and Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience level and qualifications
• Flexi time working, 37.5 hours per week
• Health insurance
• Employer pension contribution
• Performance based bonus

Key Responsibilities :

• Interpret design input information to produce electrical control panel/ system designs based on the current ISO, EN, and BS standards
• Production of all associated documentation including, but not limited to, design calculations, design/safety specifications, operation and maintenance manuals, installation designs and drawing.
• Design & production of electrical layouts & schematic drawings using appropriate CAD tools
• Procurement of electrical equipment including control panels and field devices, liaising with suppliers on technical matters
• Ongoing management of Bill of Materials to support project and spares procurement
• Preparation and ongoing management of manufacturing documentation and technical files
• Participate in design reviews, new project meetings and customer-facing meetings, providing technical support to other departments, as required
• To understand and apply relevant design, regulatory and industrial standards
• Operate in accordance to the company’s ISO 9001 policy

Key Responsibilities:

This is a demanding but rewarding position, offering the successful candidate an opportunity to be part of a highly professional team looking to innovate and drive performance.

The successful candidate will have / be:

• Educated to a minimum of HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or related relevant discipline
• Prior experience working in a similar role, including electrical design and commissioning within an automation-based industry
• Familiar with 415v motor drive systems, soft starts, and inverter drives and familiar with 24v DC motor drive systems
• Familiar with industrial sensor technology, both digital and analogue, and interfacing of the same to the control system(s) either directly or via appropriate fieldbus IO standards
• Previous use of CAD tools, (AutoCAD, EPLAN)
• Working knowledge of relevant standards governing the controls automation industry
• Conversant with AutoCAD, E-plan, Word, Excel, Project, Outlook

Commutable from Burton Upon Trent, Loughborough, Nottingham, Mansfield, Chesterfield

A leading Precision Engineering company with a full order book have an exciting opportunity for an experienced CNC Programmer to join the manufacturing team on a contract basis.

Benefits for the CNC Programmer:

• Competitive salary
• Regular opportunities for overtime
• Brilliant new facilities with on-site parking
• Opportunities to learn new skills

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Creating and proving of CNC Programs for 3 and 5 axis machines
• Modification of existing CNC Programs
• Analyse part designs
• To assist with quote time estimates and machining method advice

The ideal candidate should:

• Be an experienced CNC Programmer
• Have experience as a Precision Engineer / working in a Precision Engineering environment
• Should be able to use CAD&CAM - Skilled in Catia V5
• Be experienced with Fanuc & Heidenhain controls
• Be able to set & operate 3 and 5 axis machines (desirable not essential)

Commutable form Derby, Nottingham, Loughborough

Please only apply if experienced with Catia V5.

If you are an experienced Plater Welder, looking for variety, progression and opportunities to learn new skills outside of the workshop then please keep reading…

A reputable Fabrication Company require an experienced Plater Welder to join to growing team as a Production Assistant.

Due to increasing workload and demand, the role would be perfect for an experienced Plater Welder who is looking to take the next step up in their career and make the move to a Production Assistant.

Benefits for the Production Assistant:

• Sociable office hours 8a.m. - 4.30pm
• Opportunities to do overtime in the workshop
• Opportunities to progress and learn new skills

Reporting to the Production Manager the Plater Welder would be required to:

• Assist with Production Planning
• Ensure Production is running to schedule
• Oversee work produced by Plater Welder
• Check Quality of Welding and Plating work
• Responsible for and managing Engineers drawings

MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WELDING!!

Commutable from Nottingham, Derby, Burton and surrounds.

Please send your CV ASAP.

The Company:

With nearly 40 years of experience, this is an established business with a proven track record of delivering high quality engineering solutions to a wide range of customer and projects across the world.

The Company specialises in design, manufacture, installation and aftercare. From simple fabrications, to the more complex, demanding projects that require a high level of engineering expertise.

Role Overview:

An experienced Mechanical Design Engineer is required to join an existing, successful team. Ideally qualified to Degree, HND or time served as a mechanical engineer, you must have experience of using SolidWorks (including animations on SolidWorks) and AutoCAD, backed up with a sound mechanical engineering knowledge and familiarity with standards libraries, knowledge of tolerancing and welding symbols to ISO standards.

What’s on Offer:

• Salary is negotiable - they will create the right package for someone with the right experience
• Sensible working hours Monday to Friday 8.00am – 5pm but flexibility is required
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• Opportunity for progression and ongoing training
• Free on-site parking
• Complimentary hot drinks on tap!

Key Responsibilities:

• Dealing directly with clients around the world via electronic means and face to face
• Design of machinery and parts for new and existing projects
• Creating bill of materials
• Problem solving as part of a team, to overcome design challenges
• Briefing the in-house manufacturing team and working closely with external partners to deliver exceptional engineering solutions
• Working with and creating documentation for maintenance and ongoing operation as well as normal risk assessments and method statements
• Overseeing installations on site with clients
• Design to FAT/SAT (involved in every stage)

Person Specification:

• You must have SolidWorks and AutoCAD experience, with strong mechanical engineering exposure
• Ideally qualified to Degree, HND or time served as a mechanical engineer
• You must work well as part of their talented in-house team and be able to cope under pressure
• Willing to travel in the UK and potentially worldwide
• Be able to write well and explain things clearly
• Must have great attention to detail
• FEA analysis advantageous
• Mechanical knowledge of motors, drives and gearboxes advantageous

Commutable from Derby, Nottingham, Heanor, Ilkeston, Hucknall, Long Eaton, Sutton in Ashfield, Loughborough

Introduction:

Probe Technical Recruitment is currently recruiting for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer/ Assembler for a company within the packaging industry. 

Benefits for a Mechanical Maintenance Assembler:

• Along with a competitive hourly rate of £10.50 p/h, the company operate a day shift with working hours 8.00am - 4.30pm Monday - Friday, although some flexibility is required during busy periods.  Great Pension and Holiday.

Duties of a Mechanical Maintenance Assembler:

• Manual assembly of packaging machinery and assemblies
• Pneumatic system assembly (experience dependent)
• Electrical wiring of equipment (experience dependent)
• Equipment diagnostics, repair and commissioning

Requirements of a Mechanical Maintenance Assembler:

• Good knowledge of maintenance engineering principles
• Ability to use various hand tools e.g. screwdrivers, spanners, Allen keys, drills and taps
• Understanding of electrical and pneumatic systems would be advantageous
• Basic understanding of PLCs (but not essential)
• Ability to diagnose faults
• Wire stripping and crimping
• Basic testing/inspection of equipment

The role of Mechanical Maintenance Assembler is commutable from Nottingham, Loughborough, Burton on Trent and Derby.
 

PROJECT MANAGER / CONTRACT MANAGER

PERMANENT

A Contract / Project Manager is required to join a continually growing, reputable structural company. With an ability to see a project through from start to finish, the suitable Candidate will be responsible for managing all contracts for which they are responsible; negotiating sub-contract orders, monitoring sub-contracted work, as well as, start to finish project planning, costing and performing site visits and surveys.

Benefits for the Project Manager:

• Company car
• Company phone
• Permanent position
• Autonomy over workload
• A negotiable £50,000 annual salary

Essential Skills of a Project Manager:

• Project / Contract managing experience > 5 years
• Experience working with steel
• An ability to understand contracts
• CSCS Card
• IT literate

Desirable (not essential) Skills for a Project Manager:

• Previous Experience working with Railway Contracts
• PTS Trained

This exciting opportunity Is suitable for candidates who are organised, structured and capable of meeting deadlines as well as overcoming challenges.

Commutable from Nottingham, Derby, Loughborough, Burton on Trent.

Apply Today ASAP.

Introduction:

We are seeking to recruit a proven Maintenance Technician to join an innovative manufacturer in the East Midlands.

Benefits for a Maintenance Technician:

• Along with a competitive salary my client also offers:
• 24 + 8 Days Holiday
• Company Pension
• Employee Discounts
• Life Assurance
• Close Links to the Motorway

Duties:

As a Maintenance Technician you will be reporting to the Maintenance Team Leader and carry out the necessary tasks to achieve the objectives of the Engineering Maintenance Team.

Some duties for the role of Maintenance Technician may include:

• Carry out planned maintenance activities in order to facilitate the move from breakdown to planned Maintenance onsite.
• Undergo further training for either plant equipment or engineering tools changes and assist in the training of new personnel where necessary.
• Assist in site inspection/testing activities as required, within own area of competence.

 Requirements:

• You will need to possess the relevant electrical qualifications and fundamental Engineering Mechanical knowledge.
• You will ideally be Apprentice trained in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering and must be IT Literate.

This role of Maintenance Technician is commutable from Derby, Mansfield and Chesterfield areas.

Company:

This consulting business is a well-established multi-disciplinary firm, with a diverse workload of schemes ranging from 1 million - 15 million. They have a requirement for a Graduate Civil Engineer.

They offer a varied and interesting workload.  This is a client facing role, and consequently they require a candidate with excellent communication skills. The successful candidate would have proven experience, and a good grounding in a range of civil engineering work (drainage, highways etc), or deeper knowledge within one area and a desire to develop their skills across other disciplines.

Benefits:

• £25,000 - £36,000 Dependent on Experience
• Flexible Working
• Supportive Family Atmosphere
• Career Advancement Support and Encouragement

Why Join This Company:

• Progression to Fulfil Potential Route to Chartership Programme
• Professional Advancement Support
• Chartership Group Training Courses
• Mentoring Support
• Friendly Team with Opportunities to Network Socially
• Interesting External Networking attendance including the opportunity to join local professional peer to peer clubs
• Experienced, supportive team with a wide range of skills and experiences
• Supportive Management, HR and Mentor departments

Key Responsibilities:

• The Graduate Civil Engineer will be managing and undertaking numerous residential, commercial and public sector related clients and projects. Liaison and co-operative working with team members, senior staff and colleagues in other disciplines.
• Writing of Flood Risk Assessment reports, Transport Assessments and other technical reports for strategic development schemes.
• Development of surface water drainage strategy designs, Road design, S38, S104, S106 and S278 documentation.

Person Specification:

• Educated to Degree level, 1st or 2:1. A levels in Maths and Physics would be useful, but not essential.
• Core experience in Drainage, Highway & bridge Design and Transport Engineering.
• Ideally 4 plus years relevant experience, working knowledge of technical guidance, standards/regulations and good practice.
• Graduate Member of ICE.
• Experience with S38, S278, S104 & S106, Sewers for Adoption, FEH, NHBC Standards, CIRIA 753.
• Excellent written and verbal skills, particularly report writing and client liaison.

Software Knowledge:

• MS Office, AutoCAD, Microdrainage, Civils 3D

Commutable from Derby, Nottingham, Burton Upon Trent, Leicester, Loughborough, Lichfield

The Company:

This is a family business where changing people’s lives through the products that they design, manufacture and install is a daily occurrence. With 35 years’ experience under their belt, they are a leading provider in the UK, a market leader in Europe and have a presence in many other countries worldwide.

Based at their ISO9001 accredited, purpose-built manufacturing facility in Derbyshire, they believe the future success and growth of their business is inextricably linked to the introduction of innovative, high quality solutions.

Building on an impressive history, they are continuing their successful growth strategy with the recruitment of a UK Sales Team Manager.

Salary and Benefits:

• £40,000
• Company Car
• 31 Days Holiday
• Life Insurance

Role Overview:

• Reporting to the Head of UK Sales and Customer Engagement, the UK Sales Team Manager will be responsible for managing the internal telesales and external sales teams. Leading the field-based team and managing the Office Sales Manager to create a streamlined customer centric sales experience.
• Providing strong leadership with a high focus on delivering great customer service and the achievement of maximum profitability and growth, in line with the company vision and values. Managing change and strategies to nurture and grow the customer base whilst maintaining a well-functioning and collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategic sales plan across the field and office teams for the B2C division
• Generate sustainable sales growth against set company targets. Responsible for the recruitment, induction and development of the Field Sales Team and the Sales Office Manager
• Carry out quarterly visits to each Regional Assessment Specialist delivering training, development, coaching and support (2 per month). Support the Sales Office Manager through regular coaching and mentoring
• Ensure all performance management targets (KPIs, Operational Standards) are met across the B2C team
• Monitor & develop the technical capabilities of the Field Sales Team to improve customer satisfaction and efficiencies
• Work closely with Marketing to increase enquiries and the conversion rate of enquiry to sale, effective target setting with close analytical reporting for all team members
• Create a cohesive one team approach through regular communication and meetings, monthly reporting to outline results and highlight opportunities and issues

Person Specification:

• You must have a consultative / home assessment / home-based sales, B2C type background or management experience of a consultative sales team
• The Sales Team Manager will have a proven background in the management of internal & external sales teams and the development of their overall performance
• A motivational leader, not just a manager, with experience in recruiting, leading, coaching and performance managing field and office sales teams; preferably in a service provision industry sector
• You will have a formal educational background, be that a degree or further learning, understanding the difference between management and leadership and possess excellent communication skills – both formal and informal, with Employees, Management and Customers

Commutable from Derby, Sheffield, Chesterfield, Nottingham, Mansfield, Worksop, Newark

The Company:

This is a family business where changing people’s lives through the products that they design, manufacture and install is a daily occurrence. With 35 years’ experience under their belt, they are a leading provider in the UK, a market leader in Europe and have a presence in many other countries worldwide.

Based at their ISO9001 accredited, purpose-built manufacturing facility in Derbyshire, they believe the future success and growth of their business is inextricably linked to the introduction of innovative, high quality solutions.

Building on an impressive history, they are continuing their successful growth strategy with the recruitment of a UK Sales Manager.

Salary and Benefits:

• £40,000
• Company vehicle
• 31 days holiday
• Life insurance
• Profit related pay

Role Overview:

• Reporting to the Head of UK Sales and Customer Engagement, the UK Sales Manager will be responsible for managing the internal and external sales teams. Leading the field-based team and managing the Office Sales Manager to create a streamlined customer centric sales experience.
• Providing strong leadership with a high focus on delivering great customer service and the achievement of maximum profitability and growth, in line with the company vision and values. Managing change and strategies to nurture and grow the customer base whilst maintaining a well-functioning and collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategic sales plan across the field and office teams for the B2C division
• Generate sustainable sales growth against set company targets. Responsible for the recruitment, induction and development of the Field Sales Team and the Sales Office Manager
• Carry out quarterly visits to each Regional Assessment Specialist delivering training, development, coaching and support (2 per month). Support the Sales Office Manager through regular coaching and mentoring
• Ensure all performance management targets (KPIs, Operational Standards) are met across the B2C team
• Monitor & develop the technical capabilities of the Field Sales Team to improve customer satisfaction and efficiencies
• Work closely with Marketing to increase enquiries and the conversion rate of enquiry to sale, effective target setting with close analytical reporting for all team members
• Create a cohesive one team approach through regular communication and meetings, monthly reporting to outline results and highlight opportunities and issues

Person Specification:

• The UK Sales Manager will have a proven background in the management of internal & external sales teams and the development of their overall performance.
• A motivational leader, not just a manager, with a demonstrable and successful track record in B2C sales, experience in recruiting, leading, coaching and performance managing field and office sales teams; preferably in a service provision industry sector.
• You will have a formal educational background, be that a degree or further learning, understanding the difference between management and leadership and possess excellent communication skills – both formal and informal, with Employees, Management and Customers.

Commutable from Derby, Sheffield, Chesterfield, Nottingham, Mansfield, Worksop, Newark

An excellent opportunity has arisen within one of our clients for an experienced Automation Engineer to join the team. The candidate should have proven experience in at least two PLCs such as Siemens S7, Mitsubishi or Rockwell ControlLogix/CompactLogix and willing to learn. You will be required to spend some time working on customers sites installing and commissioning systems but will mainly be based at the head office.

Essential requirements for Automation Engineer include:

• PLC programming of control systems from given designs
• Involvement throughout whole software/systems lifecycle, from design through coding to testing, installation and configuration, and documentation.
• Installation and configuration/testing work at customer sites
• Appropriate engineering qualification (degree/HND) or comparable industrial experience
• Knowledge of PLC system design working as an Automation Engineer

Benefits:

• The company offer a competitive salary DOE, and great company package.

This role is commutable from Litchfield, Tamworth, Burton on Trent, Derby and Leicester.

Introduction:

Probe Technical Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Fitter for a company within the Heavy Engineering Industry that are unique in Europe.  Along with a competitive salary, the company operate a day shift with working hours 7am – 3.30pm.

Duties of a Maintenance Fitter:

Please look at the information below regarding the role, duties will include but not limited to:

• The diagnosis, location and rectification of all mechanical faults on site, including pneumatic, hydraulic systems
• Responding to emergency situations in a timely and effective manner
• Plan out work and display initiative and common sense
• Adhere to current Safe Systems of Work, lock off and permit to work procedures
• Carry out all tasks in accordance with company Quality systems, hygiene standards and safe working practices

Requirements of a Maintenance Fitter:

• The company will require you to have an NVQ / City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering or Apprentice trained.

They will also look at talking too Maintenance Engineers or Mechanical Fitters for this role.

The role for a Maintenance Fitter is commutable from Derby, Nottingham, Mansfield and Chesterfield.