VALUE ENGINEER

Working with the relevant design, manufacturing and purchasing teams and reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for providing full cost analysis of each new and existing machine. You will also be required to identify and execute significant cost down opportunities in fabricated assemblies, bought-in components and machine build efficiencies.

Value Engineer Hours and Salary

• Salary - £35,000
• 37.5 hours, Monday - Friday

Value Engineer Key Responsibilities 

• Full cost analysis of existing products including standard Bills of Material, standard and non-standard options
• Support new product development with costing analysis. Cost analysis / target pricing on all new and modified products
• Provide forecasted costs for all machines using established costing templates. Creation of standard component engineering / cost libraries
• Analyse and compare welding fabrications with regard to new designs. Review all sub-assemblies in terms of materials and labour costs
• Work with the manufacturing and finance teams to identify sectional BoMs. Will be a key driver in cost down projects in the department.
• Support Product Managers in generating pricing, Price Book updates as needed, support the engineering team as requested by the engineering manager
• Analysis of Purchase Price Variance and maintain cost trackers. Identify opportunities for value engineering or process efficiencies within existing as well as new product

Value Engineer Person Specification

• Engineering degree or evidence of equivalent (ideally)
• Proven experience of machine cost analysis, and proven ability to manipulate data and generate cost models
• Experience of heavy equipment would be a distinct advantage
• Strong computer skills especially MS excel. Strong planning and execution skills 
• The ability to prioritise work and thrive in a fast-moving business to meet tight deadlines
• Good English communication skills, both written and spoken, good presentation and interpersonal skills
• Global outlook and exposure to different challenges & cultures

This Value Engineer is commutable From: Leicester, Derby, Nottingham, Burton upon Trent, Coventry, Tamworth

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

Technical Support Technician – AutoCAD

We are working with an organisation that provides technology and state-of-the-art products to the Building Services industry, who are seeing a fast return to pre-pandemic levels of orders and requirements for their products from their European customer base. 

Supporting the Technical Estimating and Technical Sales Teams a Technical Support Technician is required to assist in the design scope out and planning for the quote phases of new projects and support all of the document and CAD related requirements that will ensure the correct installation of products on to a customer’s site. 

Technical Support Technician Salary Package:

• £24,000 - £25,000
• Pension 
• Healthcare
• 26 Days Holidays + Bank Holidays
• Flexible Working including Remote Working 

The role will be CAD centric with the ability to detail drawings for specific project installations, carry out and configure size and area dimensions and get directly involve in collating relevant information and test solutions documentation.

• Producing Sales Quotes for customers from information provided by the internal Estimating and Technical Sales teams.
• Support the quote and planning phases of projects by dealing with and answering customers queries, via telephone and email.
• Support the estimating and sales teams with the rollout of new project initiatives to partners and customers. 
• All CAD work will be carried out in 2D.

Requirements for a Technical Support Technician

• A formal qualification in a Civil or Engineering subject.
• Have a good proven working knowledge of Design and CAD (AutoCAD)
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Minimum of 2-year experience of working in a Technical Support or Estimating type of role. 
• Excellent Administration skills (IT / MS Office)
• A good understanding of the Building Services industry sectors)

This Technical Support Technician role is commutable from: Birmingham, Tamworth, Derby, Lichfield, Leicester, Burton, Coventry, Stone

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

Project Engineer - Chemical Plant Process Equipment

We have an opportunity for an experienced Project Engineer with equipment and machinery installation and site plant layout design exposure, to join a Midlands based Project Management Office.

Project Engineer Salary & Package:

• £35,000 - £50,000 D.O.E 
• Pension
• Bonus 
• 33 Days Holidays (Inc Bank Holidays) 
• 37 Hour Week (1pm Finish Fridays) 
• Company Expenses 
• Company Laptop
• Company Mobile 
• Career Development Scheme 
• Complete Project Ownership 

The company supply machinery and complete turnkey Plant System Designs for customers all over the world and have a proud history for creating and installing working solutions for their customers within quick and cost effective timelines. 

Based in the Midlands office the role will work with internal and external partners to create layout plans and drawings and facilitate the collective delivery of machinery and ancillary equipment to customers sites within agreed timelines. 

The company as a global group are seeing some fantastic growth in customers’ demands for new machinery and the need to for a complete turnkey system design and installation service. 

The position will require experience of working in either a Chemical / Pharmaceutical or Food Process environment and have a strong knowledge of ancillary support equipment and processes. 

2D & 3D CAD Design to create P&ID’s and 3D Visualisations will play a big part of role, along with working out complex engineering solutions to ensure, Pump, Hydraulics, Waste Management, Platform and Dust and Fume Extractions Systems can be built to the bespoke needs of each individual project, 

A good working knowledge of HAZOP’s, ATEX and H&S procedures and ratings within a Chemical Process Production environment is essential, along with the latest safety standards relating to working on-site and in hazardous environments. 

The right candidate for the role of Project Engineer will have the following:

• A formal engineering qualification in either Chemical or Mechanical Engineering (HND /Degree) 
• Strong 2D & 3D Cad skills (AutoCAD / Inventor or similar) 
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience of machinery and equipment site installation 
• A minimum of 1 years recent experience of working in a Chemical Process Production environment 
• A good understanding of ATEX and HAZAOP’s Ratings and Standards 
• Excellence Communication Skills
• Willingness to travel internationally (6 – 10 times a years) 
• Excellent Project Management Skills 
• Strong IT Skills 
• Good Presentation and Report Writing Skills 

This is a great opportunity for a Project Engineer who may have already gained 3 years experience in industry and is now seeking a step up, or a more experienced individual who is seeking more work variety, job security and a new challenge.

This Project Engineer role is Commutable from: Tamworth, Birmingham, Lichfield, Derby, Leicester, Cannock, Coventry, Stafford.

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

The business has supplied sophisticated technology to the petrochemical industry, power plants, marine, nuclear and other plants for over 30 years, providing multi-million-dollar projects and services.

In addition, they provide extensive subcontract engineering projects and services to major industry players.

This Contract Design Engineer's role is oiutside of IR35

Design Engineer's Role

For a minimum of three months, (with a good chance of this being extended) the client requires the services of an experienced AutoCAD Design Engineer, primarily 3D design.

• You will be a skilled AutoCAD Design Engineer, with 3D proficiency
• The incumbent will be responsible for Electro-Mechanical design and packaging
• Drawing from board sketches
• Once the design is finished, you will need to create formal drawings, mainly 3D modelling
• Parametric design
• Design for manufacture
• Design for assembly
• Candidates with their own seat may be considered
• Start available within two weeks

Hours and Rate

• Rate negotiable dependant on experience, £20.00 - £30.00 per hour
• 37 hours per week
• 8am – 4:30pm, 1pm finish on Fridays

This Design Engineer's role is Commutable From: Nottingham, Derby, Mansfield, 

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

Probe are pleased to be working with an industry leading manufacturer of furnace equipment and alloys who are seeking a Sales Engineer to join their team. The company are experts in their field and work with some of the largest names in motorsport, automotive, aerospace and steel. 

The company has several business units which offer different solutions but, generally speaking, they design, manufacture and supply equipment and materials which can be used in extreme conditions, predominantly for use at extreme temperatures. 

Rather than bombard you with KPI’s, the Sales Manager prefers a long-term, consultative approach with relationships at the heart of everything they do. Whilst there will be some targets the company values long term success over quick wins.

If you have a technical sales background within an engineering discipline, then read on as this Sales Engineer opportunity may be for you.

BENEFITS:

• Up to £35,000
• Fully expensed company car or car allowance
• 28 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (36 days in total!)
• Flexible working between home and office
• Flexitime
• Vastly experienced team and line manager
• Relaxed working environment

DUTIES:

The Sales Engineer will be responsible for:

• Forging and maintaining relationships with customers who will stand the test of time 
• Advising potential and current customers on the full product and solution range
• Liaising internally with subject matter experts to ensure the best solution is put forward
• Maintaining good record keeping
• Achieving group and individual goals

REQUIREMENTS:

Sales Engineers will have some or all of the following experience:

• Several years of experience within a technical sales role in an engineering discipline 
• Experience with alloy fabrication or furnace equipment
• Personable and driven personality
• Willingness to travel across the UK to meet customers
• Live within a commutable distance of either Dudley or Nottingham

The Sales Engineer will be offered flexible working but must live within commutable distance of either Dudley or Nottingham.

Commutable from Stourbridge, Brierly Hill, Halesowen, Smethwick, Birmingham, West Bromwich, Wednesbury, Wolverhampton, Walsall, Nottingham, Derby, Loughborough, Grantham, Newark-on-Trent, Mansfield, Ilkeston

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Sales Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Junior Design Engineer with a minimum of 18 months Post-Graduation experience to join a full Product Development Lifecycle Design Team in the South Staffordshire area. 

The company are currently involved with a wide range of international projects, that require concept design through to final build release for their customers, and current new business demands have given the company confidence to grow and invest in a stronger R&D Team to meet this growth.

Junior Design Engineer Benefits

• £24,000 - £26,000
• 32 Days Holidays (Inc Bank Hols)
• Pension 
• Continuation Training 

Project Ownership

• The role of a Junior Design Engineer is to be part of a small team of 4 Designers and will be quickly trained and supported to manage complete turnkey projects within a short period of time. 
• 3D CAD with Solidworks, from outlay, concept, and prototype, through to DFM and Design Change activities. 
• Project Engineering activities of working closely with internal and external parties.

The right applicant for the Junior Design Engineer will be:

• Degree qualified in either Product or Mechanical Design 
• Strong 3D CAD skills – (Solidworks)
• Good exposure of Design for Manufacture principles 
• Good exposure of Fabrications, Enclosures, Fittings and Fixture Design 
• Strong Communication skills 
• Good Project Engineering abilities
• 18 Months+ Industry experience 

This is a great opportunity to become part of a busy and dynamic team, where projects are varied and offer different design challenges. 

This Junior Design Engineer's role is Commutable from: Tamworth, Lichfield, Birmingham, Derby, Leicester, Burton

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

A long-established engineering firm are currently looking to hire a Technical Sales Manager to spearhead their UK sales operation. The company have been trading for a number of years and have clients ranging from local SME’s right through to multinationals. 

The Technical Sales Manager will have responsibility for all sales in the UK and will be one of the key drivers of growth for the business. They are keen to reward those who help them achieve their long-term goals.

The company specialise in niche, low volume engineering projects and they manufacture bespoke steel-related products which are sold across the globe. They have ambitious growth plans and are keen to find a motivated technical salesperson to take on the Technical Sales Manager role. Based in the heart of The Midlands, the company are well placed to serve their client base across the UK and beyond.

This role would suit a technical salesperson with a background in engineering or steel, who is capable of having technical discussions and reading drawings, whilst also possessing business development and commercial skills.

The Technical Sales Manager will be primarily home based but must be able to travel to the Birmingham area once or twice per week. The rest of the time you will be carrying out sales activities including customer meetings. 

BENEFITS:

• A competitive salary of up to £45,000
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Training 
• Healthcare cash plan
• Remote working

DUTIES:

The Technical Sales Manager will be responsible for:

• Identifying new opportunities for the business, mainly in the UK but worldwide at times, in line with their capabilities 
• Maintaining the enquiry pipeline
• Converting and closing enquires
• Technical meetings/presentations with customers
• Meeting business objectives and revenue targets
• Growing the customer base

REQUIREMENTS:

If you have the following experience and skills, we would love to hear from you:

• A background in engineering, ideally the related to steel
• Several years’ sales experience, both new business and account management, within the engineering sector
• Experience of low volume manufacturing
• Ability to read technical drawings and hold technical conversations 
• Strong commercial acumen

This role is home based and would suit someone based in Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Shrewsbury, Leicester, Worcester, Coventry, Milton Keynes, Northampton, Stoke-on-Trent, Derby or the surrounding areas.
 

Probe Technical Recruitment is looking to recruit a Maintenance Electrician on behalf of a company who has spent a lot of money in investment for the next few years. The role of Maintenance Electrician will be to manage the maintenance and improve all fixed plant and facilities; assist in the preventative maintenance to ensure maximum availability, performance, and quality.

The shifts are 5 on 5 off, 4on 4 off, so work 14 days in a 28-day period and a package of:

• Salary £41,700 
• 23 days holiday at 12 hours which is very competitive. 
• Company pension – employee 7% / employer 11%
• 8x Death in Service 
• Overtime paid at 1.3x

Along with an NVQ Level 3/ ONC/ City & Guilds the ideal Maintenance Electrician must have previous experience with industrial Electrical kit. 

The Maintenance Electrician role will include the following:

• To maintain the plant so as to produce product at world class levels of performance, quality and cost
• To maintain the plant through breakdown repair and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives on site to help improve the OEE of the plants.

We are keen to talk to Maintenance Electricians and Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineers, and candidates who can commute to Leicester, Loughborough, Nottingham and Derby. 

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Maintenance, Reliability & Service Recruitment Support since 1994

Probe Technical Recruitment is looking to recruit a Maintenance Engineer on behalf of a Precision Engineering company. This is a multi-skilled role that will include Maintenance on machinery and facilities both Electrical and Mechanical. 

This is a day’s role with hours 10am-6.30pm with a package of:

• Salary £35,000 depending on experience.
• Days Role
• 10:00 - 18:30
• 25 days holiday
• Free parking on site. 
• Company Pension 

Along with an NVQ Level 3/ ONC/ City & Guilds the ideal candidate/ Maintenance Engineer must have previous experience with Electrical equipment including PLC controls and CNC machinery is desirable. 

The Maintenance Engineer role will include the following:

• Provide preventive maintenance on all machinery and equipment to ensure effective running.
• Review TPM schedules to ensure operatives complete in a timely manner and inform Team Leaders of deficiencies
• Report back to the Maintenance Supervisor & Manager on concerns regarding the operational status of machinery
• Ensure, through regular checks; the power, lighting, LEV and water systems are maintained.

We are keen to talk to Maintenance Engineers / Electricians and Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineers, and candidates who can commute to the Nottingham area.

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Maintenance, Reliability & Service Recruitment Support since 1994

A producer of modular products, in polymer and composite fabrications are now seeking an experienced Design Engineer to join their existing R&D team. The company are currently involved in a wide range of projects and have new customers requesting orders for 2021 and the long-term future.

Based at their South Staffordshire facility the role will get involved in the 3D Design of projects using Solidworks in conjunction with the in-house Production Team and the end customer. These projects will often vary in size, cost and purpose and will offer a successful applicant a good variety of work.

Design Engineer Benefits:

• £30,000 - £34,000
• Pension – Contributions
• 31 Days Holidays 
• Career Development  

The Design Engineer will be daily involved in creating concept and design for manufacture designs, with build, cost and weight considerations, structural integrity and fit for purpose research. Activities will also include the liaison with partner suppliers to create workable design solutions, liaison with internal Managers to ensure projects are adhering to cost and time restraints and developing innovative solutions that will exceed customers’ expectations. 

The right candidate for the role of Design Engineer will have:

• A formal qualification in Engineering (Mechanical, Product Design)
• Have 3 years plus industry experience within a Design Engineering 3D remit. 
• Some good exposure to fabrications, sheet steel, GRP or Composite Structure Design
• A strong and confident user of Solidworks or a similar CAD package.
• Have a good proven background in Design for Manufacture. 
• Strong communications skills
• Excellent Project Engineering skills

This will be a great opportunity for an engineer who is seeking a full product life cycle based position, where each project is different. 

The Design Engineer's role is commutable from: Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Derby, Lichfield, Burton upon Trent, Coventry

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

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a QUALITY SYSTEMS ENINGEER within a busy, friendly, manufacturing organisation, where as their QUALITY SYSTEMS ENGINEER, you will be given the opportunity to provide advice and guidance to the management team relating to IATF16949 & CCC accreditation.

Quality Systems Engineer Benefits:

• £30,000 - £35,000 - Dependant on experience
• Bonus
• Enhanced Insurance Schemes
• Excellent Pension and holidays
• Busy, extremely friendly manufacturing organisation
• A genuine chance to make an impact

Dutie of Quality Systems Engineer:

• Provide advice and guidance to the management team relating to ISTF16949 and CCC accreditation
• Looking for ways to improve business systems best practice by development of policies and procedures
• Control of documentation
• Ensure compliance to standard Operating procedures in all aspects of Quality Management
• Ensuring compliance to IATF 16949
• Provide assistance with the ISO14001:2015 environmental audits and OHSAS Health and Safety audits
• PPAP submissions and APQP

Requirements of Quality Systems Engineer:

• Working knowledge of APQP and PPAPS
• TS16949 internal auditing / 
• Lead Auditor
• CCC Accreditation
• Internal Auditing experience
• Good experience of working with Suppliers
• It would be beneficial that you have gained your experience from within a manufacturing environment

The Quality Systems Engineer's role is commutable from: Walsall, Sutton Coldfield, Telford, Birmingham, Tamworth, Derby and Stafford and Ashby-De-La-Zouch

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

This is your chance to join a business with a long, rich history, who are leading providers of custom plastic products. They are part of a group, with multiple manufacturing sites, that is in a period of sustained growth. This brand-new role, is a key party of their growth plan.
 
New Product Development Engineer Role Purpose

You will effectively create new and exciting commercial and manufacturing New Product Developments in line with customer requirements. Through technical input into product design and identifying improvement opportunities, playing a key role in the implementation of NPD working in conjunction with Design, Technical and Tooling departments. 

Hours, Pay and Benefits

• £35,000 - £37,000
• 40 hours per week, 8am – 5pm
• 5% employer pension
• Health Package
• Perk Box (following successful probation)
• Onsite Parking

Commutable From: Nottingham, Derby, Chesterfield, Newark, Sheffield, Worksop

Candidate Requirements

• You will be an experienced and proven New Product Development Engineer.
• Experience with plastics, injection moulding is essential.
• Able to offer input on mould design and identifying improvement opportunities.

New Product Development Engineer Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)

• The New Product Development Engineer will ensure new concepts can be manufactured cost effectively with minimal lifetime cost through 3D designs / concepts / models, design presentations and Engineering drawings. 
• Support the Sales and Commercial Team in technical discussions with customers. 
• Prepare technical specifications for both Tool Design and Production. 
• Ensure all critical performance characteristics have been identified and agreed with the customer prior to a project start up. 
• Ensure the customer signs to confirm specification and part drawings before tooling is commissioned. 
• Manage Toolmakers cost and timetable to within budget an on time. 
• Carefully monitor and control external tool making costs, ensuring that mould designs meet client standard requirements and specification. 

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