MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER

Our world-leading client is looking for a Design Engineer, inside IR35. The initial assignment duration is 6 months with the possibility of extension.

This is a hybrid role, meaning you will be expected to work on site at Milton Keynes one day per week and will be working from home the rest of the time.

• 6 months, possibly longer
• £28.50 per hour (this role is inside IR35)

Mechanical Design Engineer Candidate Requirements

• Creo CAD modelling (solid/surface) & design in context expertise essential, with an understanding of fundamental mechanical design.
• Must be driven, a self-starter.
• Degree in relevant engineering discipline with a minimum 2-years relevant experience is required.
• Experience with plastic injection moulding / casting / fabrication design is highly desirable.
• Understanding of fundamental mechanical design (DFM, DFA, static/dynamic loading, structural mechanics).
• Expertise in selection of mechanical components, suitable materials & joining technologies to meet system requirements.
• Experience following product development cycles & delivery of mechanical designs for key design gateways.
• Ability to apply fundamental engineering principles from concept through to detail design.
• Understanding of Geometric dimensioning & tolerancing leading to robust DFM & location strategies that aligns with Lean Manufacturing principles.

Mechanical Design Engineer Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)

• This person will be responsible to deliver the design of components within the Mounting Systems commodity group for a commercial battery application.
• Ensure a robust design and compatibility with other sub-systems and components (concept, design, quality, selection of right material and components and design for manufacturing).
• Responsible for the specification, design & drawings of mechanical elements of their components.
• The role will require an understanding of physical, informational, electrical & material interactions between components.
• Deliver component requirements & meet quantitative targets (weight, cost, size) while ensuring a robust design that is right first time.
• Ensure DFMEA, Engineering Specifications, Standards, Design Rules & Guidelines, Requirements, Statement of Work process/documents are effectively implemented in the design condition at the appropriate design maturity gateways.
• Meet commodity timing plans to ensure the design team is able to deliver to critical program milestones.
• Identify key mechanical failure modes & validation workstreams in order to capture these.
• Lead issue resolution for mechanical component failures throughout validation.
• Support Lead Engineers & Commodity owners with suppliers reviews through design phases, procurement of prototypes and production tooling development system multi-physics FEA models beneficial (static & dynamic).

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

ACCOUNT MANAGER

An outstanding opportunity has a risen for a new Account Manager position with a leading IT company.

Do you have previous Account Management experience within IT? Would you like to be a part of a fast-paced company, using creative solutions to solve the complex IT problems of our day.

As an Account Manager, you will be working daily with the resellers and engage with them in areas that the company are looking to improve sales in. Your role will also include gathering intelligence from executives, channel and key customer segments about the market demand and future growth opportunities.

• Private Medical Insurance
• £45,000 - £50,000 – Depending on experience 
• The chance to remote work at times 
• Discretionary bonus paid annually 

Account Manager Duties:

• Gathering intelligence from executives, channel and key customer segments about market
• Participating and contribute in assigned individual and group projects with internal teams
• Updating the newest technology, its implications in the industry and the company’s solutions portfolio and product line-up
• Understanding the existing ecosystem of established platforms and drive solution adoption in assigned product segments
• Assisting commercial team projects that involves complex and specific requirements

Account Manager Requirements:

• Data driven, enthusiastic in field application of technology, data analytics, and advising on business insights
• Network attached storage, AWS, Linux, Virtualisation, Storage Arrays, CCTV
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer science or Engineering would be preferable but not essential 
• 5 years or more experience in Engineering, IP Technology, Data Centre, or Cloud & Storage systems
• A clean driving licenses

This is a dynamic role and suitable ideally for someone with previous experience as a Sales Manager, Account Manager, Sales Director, Business Development Manager or Account Executive

This role is commutable from: Milton Keynes, Bedford, Northampton, Wellingborough, High Wycombe, Luton, Watford, St Albans, Cambridge

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Sales Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

SALES MANAGER

An outstanding opportunity has a risen for a new Sales Manager position with a leading IT company.

Do you have previous Sales Manager experience in an IT role? Would you like to be a part of a fast-paced company, using creative solutions to solve the complex IT problems of our day.

As the Sales Manager you will be working daily with the Sales, Marketing and Technical Support teams who are all experts in their respective fields. 

• If you’re looking to joining a stable innovative company, then this is the position for you
• £45,000 - £50,000 – Depending on experience 
• The chance to work remotely at times
• Carpool system
• Discretionary bonus paid annually 

DUTIES:

• Understanding the existing ecosystem of established platforms 
• Updating the newest technology
• Working on projects with the internal teams 
• Apply company solutions in real-world scenarios 
• Drive solution adoption in assigned product segments
• Gathering intelligence from executives

REQUIREMENTS:

• Experienced working with the following IT systems:
• Network attached storage, AWS, Linux, Virtualisation, Storage Arrays, CCTV
• Technical Knowledge of Private Cloud storage 
• A Degree in Computer science would be preferable but not essential 
• 5 years or more experience in Engineering, IP Technology, Data Centre, or Cloud & Storage systems

This is a dynamic role and suitable ideally for someone with previous experience as a Sales Manager, Solutions Sales, Pre-Sales Manager, Pre-Sales Consultant or Account Manager 

This role is commutable from: Milton Keynes, Bedford, Northampton, Wellingborough, High Wycombe, Luton, Watford, St Albans, Cambridge

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Sales Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

DESIGN ENGINEER

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Design Engineer, to work with an established leader in their market, who are part of an international manufacturer, operating from a new, state-of-the-art facility.

They have a great work environment and a real family feel on-site, which you would be welcomed into.

The businesses' growth continues, increasing revenue by 6 million this past year, with further revenue increase expected going forward, including a recent acquisition of another company, further extending its product offering and expanding the geographical sales of the business.

With UK based assembly, the focus is on providing high quality products, customised to each customers' unique requirements in short lead times, whilst maintaining a cost base competitive with imported products.

Hours and Benefits

• £38,000 - £40,000
• 8:30am – 4:30pm, Monday to Friday
• Performance bonus, 15% of salary
• 33 days holiday
• Family type work environment 
• Tremendous company growth

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

Design Engineer Role Function

The Design Engineer will create new products and take responsibility from inception to final design within an agreed timeline. You will meet customer and sales expectations through customizing existing products and components to their new product requirements within short deadlines.

Candidate Specification

• A proven Design Engineer, who is self-motivated and self-managing, with the ability to work autonomously.
• Essentially, you will have proven experience of designing from concept to final product.
• Simulation and Testing experience would be highly advantageous.
• At least five years’ experience in a product development role with plastic and rubber mouldings – ideally.
• Experience in metal work fabrication, and in sealing technologies to prevent the ingress of water and dust.
• HNC/HND qualified.
• Experience in 3D CAD, PTC Creo experience would be an advantage, but is not essential, other 3D proficiencies will be accepted.
• Works well to deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• The Design Engineer will manage projects to improve performance and reliability of present and future products, covering the concept, specification, tender and development of new products or components
• Design the aesthetics, materials and functionality of new products
• Use Creo CAD system to design and visualise projects create 2D drawings to enable procurement of tooling and components
• Create photo realistic images from 3D models and assembly’s for customer visualisation
• Undertake model making, prototyping and product testing
• Communicate effectively with customers, colleagues and vendors involved in a project, liaise with customers to identify their requirements
• Plan effectively to ensure projects are delivered on time, to standard and to budget

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

DESIGN ENGINEER

Our world-leading client is looking for a Design Engineer, inside IR35. The initial assignment duration is 6 months with the possibility of extension.

This is largely a remote working role. You will be required onsite at Milton Keynes, once every two weeks. 

Duration: 6 months, possibly longer
Pay: £29.00 - £31.00 per hour (this role is inside IR35)

Design Engineer Candidate Requirements

• Degree in relevant engineering discipline with a minimum 5 years relevant experience.
• CAD design experience (CATIA, Creo, or NX).
• Working experience with Battery Systems / Electrification.
• Understanding of fundamental design principles & toolsets (DFM, DFA, DFMEA, design in context).
• The Design Engineer will have familiarity with product design life cycle management (PLM) - particularly in concept development.
• Self-motivation, time management and proactive prioritisation essential.
• Strong people skills and the ability to work with a wide range of individuals.

Useful, but not Essential Experience

• Knowledge of Problem Resolution Techniques (e.g. - 8D, Six Sigma).
• Windchill/Creo PTC experience (training can be provided on specific setup).

Design Engineer Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)

• Develops fit-for-purpose concepts for battery products and provides technical advice for RFI/RFQ activities for the technical function.
• Supports product planning support and provides technical input for future roadmaps and technology development plans.
• Supports cross-program strategic continuity of design.
• Understands and employs the fundamentals of mechanical, thermal and electrical battery design.
• The Design Engineer will run fit-for-purpose battery attribute analysis and apply knowledge & application of analytical tools.
• Apply processes, such as Engineering Standard Work (ESW), iDFMEA, Failure Incident Review Group (FIRG) and tools such as 7-step problem-solving to enable high quality decision-making in concept development.

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

QUALITY ENGINEER

To utilise quality and engineering skills in the provision of professional inspection, testing and improvement service in maintaining ‘best in class’ status.

The Quality Engineer will also apply enthusiastic initiative in problem-solving and the development of an ‘in-house’ customer service and supplier initiatives.

Quality Engineer Package and Benefits

• £34,000 - £36,000. Negotiable dependent on experience
• £4,200 bonus
• 30 days holiday (including statutory), rising to 34 days with service
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Life Assurance
• Private medical insurance (after a qualifying period)
• Early finish Friday’s

Commutable From: Milton Keynes, Leicester, Peterborough, Rugby, Kettering, Corby, Wellingborough, Banbury, Market Harborough, St Neots

Person Specification

• Minimum 5 years’ experience gained within Quality Engineering environmental Management (ideal industry being automotive / aerospace) – desirable, not essential.
• Degree or HND in Engineering Management systems or mechanical engineering.
• Significant knowledge and experience in controlling management systems in quality within an engineering or production/manufacturing environment.
• Managing multidisciplined quality teams.
• Working knowledge of ISO9001.
• Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) & ATeX experience would be useful, but training will be given. 
• Produce 8D’s, RCCM’s.
• Chartered status in Quality (CQI) and a Metallurgist would also be advantageous but isn’t essential.

Quality Engineer Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)

Culture and Improvements

• Instrumental in the development of a culture of determining root cause and providing cost-effective solutions.
• Become an active Operational process owner / team member. Ensure the continuous development of the Quality Management System (QMS) in consultation with the Operations management team.

Systems and Compliance

• Involvement in external accreditations such as ISO 9001- & third-party audits.
• Ensure that a continued proactive and inclusive approach to Quality standards are maintained and practically complied with throughout the entire business by liaison with all levels of the business

Measurement, Analysis, Root Cause and Action Management

• Lead timely completion and drive action achievement for Root Cause Analysis determined by NCR’s and scrap reports. Lead Quality investigations and subsequent improvements.
• Provide guidance on Quality tools and techniques to drive Quality improvement. Conduct scheduled Quality audits (as leader/member of audit teams). Monthly reporting to Quality Engineering Manager including relevant Key Performance Indicators. Lead improvement Kaizen and 8D teams.

 Communication and Training

• Instrumental in the operation of the monthly Quality Improvement meeting. Contribute to communication formats – Quality Flashes, Toolbox Talks, 8D. Identify needs, promote and initiate relevant Quality and related skills training. Support in the continued development of Quality Induction Training.

Testing

• Utilise relevant materials testing skills in providing a timely service in support of production activities – Dye Pen, Ferrite, Surface Checking, etc. Manage departmental material testing regime – external tests. Record events using recognised systems.

Customer Interface

• Liaise with customer representatives with respect to physical checks and inspections (in line with customer order and documentation requirements). Input of specific inspection activities to enable the development of ITP’s.

Supplier Interface

• Proactive liaison with relevant internal departments in problem-solving with suppliers. Immediate supplier liaison on problems associated to deviations to standards, specifications and drawings.

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

Do you have previous experience working with Electrical Vehicles in the Automotive industry? 

An outstanding opportunity has a risen for a Technical Sales Engineer role selling Engineering Design Software solutions.

• Starting Salary - £30,000 - £40,000 DOE + £10k Bonus
• Very competitive commission structure
• Holiday home in Spain for staff to use for FREE
• Free on-site parking 
• International travel involved 

Sales Engineer Duties:

• As Technical Sales Engineer you will be expected to expand and discover new clients 
• Able to sell and supply thermal shielding solutions to motorsport brands
• Liaise with internal operations such as accounts team & other departments
• Able to work with leading companies such as McLaren, Aston Martin & NASA
• As a Technical Sales Engineer you will need to communicate effectively with various stakeholders

Sales Engineer Requirements:

• A strong Design Engineering background in the EV or Automotive industry 
• Comfortable presenting to Design Engineers on the benefits of Thermal Management products
• Preferably someone with a HND, Degree or a design skill 
• Ideally someone with a background in Aerospace, Automotive or Battery technology 
• A knowledge of Thermal Management would be advantageous

This is a dynamic role and ideally for someone with experience in EV, Motorsport or any other part of the Automotive industry. If you are looking to start/ advance your career as a Technical Sales Engineer, then this opportunity is for you.

This Sales Engineer role is commutable from: Milton Keynes, Bedford, Aylesbury, Northampton, Luton, Bicester, Welwyn Garden City & Leighton Buzzard

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Sales Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

SALES ADMINISTRATOR

This is an excellent opportunity for a Sales Administrator who has previously worked in a fast-paced commercial environment.

• Starting Salary - £21,000 - £25,000 – DOE
• Holiday home in Spain to be used at any time 
• Company subsidised pension scheme
• Private Medical Insurance 
• 23 Days Annual holiday plus Bank Holidays 

As a Sales Administrator your role will involve ensuring proper flow of office procedures and supporting the office managers by carrying out office duties. Your role will also involve processing orders from beginning to end, doing all the paperwork and purchasing new products.

Sales Administrator Duties:

• Liaising with sales, dispatch & technical departments
• Responding to technical queries received from all sources (email, phone, www, etc.)
• Arrange meetings by scheduling appropriate meeting times & booking rooms
• Handle expenses and billing cycles
• Maintains stock lists and orders office supplies as needed
• Answer phone calls and transfers them as necessary

Sales Administrator Requirements:

• Experience working in Engineering or Motorsport is desirable but not essential 
• The candidate must have experience working with Sage 
• Check data accuracy in order and invoices
• Comfortable processing orders and handling paperwork
• Proven work experience as an administrator in the past
• Hands-on experience working with CRM software

This is an exciting role and suitable for someone who has previously worked as an Office Administrator, Sales Administrator, Administrative coordinator, Sales Support Agent, administrative assistant, or Receptionist.

This role is commutable from: Bedford, Milton Keynes, Buckingham, Dunstable, Northampton, Aylesbury & Leighton Buzzard

DESIGN ENGINEER

For over 60 years, this business has been constantly evolving their product portfolio to meet the demands and ever-changing needs for some of the world’s largest industries. From the design of their first ever product, the business has sustained manufacturing excellence, setting the industry standard.

Today they operate from a purpose built, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Northampton, where they routinely design and develop system solutions for bespoke applications.

Design Engineer Package, Benefits and Hours

• Salary £30,000 - £37,500, negotiable dependent on experience
• Excellent contractual benefits package to include a healthy contributory pension scheme, death in service, income protection benefits and health insurance, together with a non-contractual annual profit share bonus
• 33 days holiday 
• 37 hours per week; Monday to Thursday 08:30am – 17:15pm, Fridays 08:30am – 12:30pm

Commutable From: Northampton, Leicester, Coventry, Milton Keynes, Rugby, Leamington Spa, Banbury

The Role

The Design Engineer studies, researches, and develops ideas for new products and the methods used to make them. Working on a wide range of bespoke rotating machinery, that must be functional and reliable, easy, and safe to use, whilst ensuring the design is as cost effective and efficient as possible, including modifying existing products or processes to increase efficiency or improve performance.

Design Engineer Required Experience

• A 2.1 degree or HND in a relevant engineering discipline.
• 3D CAD / 2D CAD experience with Solidworks & PDM is strongly desired.
• Proven experience in an Engineering Design Environment.
• Rotating Machines / Machinery experience.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining and fabrication.
• MRP System Experience.

Design Engineer Person Specification

• A creative flair and design ability with strong visual and spatial awareness.
• Very strong attention to detail with ability to spot potential errors.
• Strong maths and IT skills.
• Analytical, self-starter and multi-tasker with good team working mentality. 
• Strong written and oral communication. 
• Proven time management, organisational and procedural abilities.

Design Engineer Key Responsibilities

• Producing General Arrangement, Assembly and detailed manufacturing drawings and BOM.s on time, and to cost, in accordance with schedules and planning, and ensuring that designs are suitable for manufacture.
• Change Management and Revision Control of Engineering Documents.
• Checking and Releasing of Drawings.
• Brainstorming design solutions. 
• Conducting and documenting formal design reviews.

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

PROJECT ENGINEER

For over 60 years, this business has been constantly evolving their product portfolio to meet the demands and ever-changing needs for some of the world’s largest industries. From the design of their first ever product, the business has sustained manufacturing excellence, setting the industry standard.

Today they operate from a purpose built, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Northampton, where they routinely design and develop system solutions for bespoke applications.

Project Engineer Package, Benefits and Hours

• Salary £35,000 - £45,000, negotiable dependent on experience
• Excellent contractual benefits package to include a healthy contributory pension scheme, death in service, income protection benefits and health insurance, together with a non-contractual annual profit share bonus
• 33 days holiday 
• 37 hours per week; Monday to Thursday 08:30am – 17:15pm, Fridays 08:30am – 12:30pm

Commutable From: Northampton, Leicester, Coventry, Milton Keynes, Rugby, Leamington Spa, Banbury

The Role

The Project Engineer will identify the technical challenges of various projects and derive appropriate solutions, coupled with the necessary organisational skills to lead projects within the allocated timescale and budget. You will be an excellent collaborator and able to build a strong rapport with our customers worldwide.

This is a detailed Engineering calculations role with some project leadership.

Project Engineer Person Specification

• Any experience of rotating equipment projects/industry would be highly advantageous.
• Qualified to either Bachelor or Master’s degree level in an engineering discipline with significant mechanical engineering content.
• Experience in technical design and CAD, with the ability to produce 3D CAD conceptual designs and 2D sketches
• Initiative-taking and enthusiastic, with strong interpersonal skills.
• Possessing excellent levels of detail and accuracy, and able to shoulder responsibility
• Microsoft packages, to include Excel, PowerPoint, and Project, to an intermediate standard. Experience of technical software packages would be desirable e.g., FEA & rotor dynamics

Project Engineer Key Responsibilities

• Identify technical risks at the earliest opportunity and implement cost-effective solutions.
• Work with the engineering team to brainstorm and review potential engineering solutions. Proactively consult with other internal departments and teams as required.
• The Project Engineer will take ownership of multiple engineering projects with active involvement in a wide range of products.
• Provide technical liaison from inception to realisation in the specification and / or design, development, and commissioning of customer and / or internal projects.
• Diagnose faults and rectify to validate products to a high quality.
• Ensuring designs meet all legislative requirements necessary and comply with company quality procedures.
• Produce specifications, test documentation and instructions to accurate exacting standards and assist with commissioning products as required.

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Projects Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

PRODUCTION TIG WELDER

The Production TIG Welder will provide a high quality, efficient welding service within the production team and wider operations department. Working within a highly skilled and qualified welding team you will use a variety of jigs, fixtures, welding plant and manipulators to assemble and weld a wide range of products to exacting standards.

Production TIG Welder Package and Benefits:

• £28,000 - £30,000 (£13.50 - £14.50 per hour) dependant on experience
• £1,560 annual bonus
• 40 hours per week 7am – 4:15pm, Monday to Thursday, 7am – 12pm on Friday’s
• 30 days holiday (including statutory), rising to 34 days with service
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Life Assurance
• Private Medical Insurance
• Early finish Friday’s

Commutable From: Milton Keynes, Leicester, Peterborough, Rugby, Kettering, Corby, Wellingborough, Banbury, Market Harborough, St Neots

Production TIG Welder Person Specification:

• Proven experience of TIG welding within high technology production / manufacturing company.
• Experience of welder coding to EN287-1 / ASME IX and / or PED.
• Experience in welding stainless steel to a very high standard.
• General interest in engineering, welding, and factory production operations.
• Good PC skills including Outlook.
• Production experience in a small batch capital investment goods environment.

Production TIG Welder Key Responsibilities (but not limited to):

• Carry out all required welding work, to the highest standard.
• Acquire the knowledge and qualifications for welding the complete size / range of instruments ensuring the necessary quality standards are achieved.
• Carry out basic assembly related work such as expanding, pressure testing, helium leakage testing as required.
• The Production TIG Welder will assist in other production related tasks, when required by the line team leader or Production Manager as appropriate within the line or wider production department.
• Work in accordance with Health & Safety procedures as set out by the company, especially regarding Manual handling and PPE.
• Support customer inspection activity.
• Maintain all welding equipment / hand tools in good working condition and keep the welding bays tidy / organised in line with company housekeeping standards.
• Assist in development of new production methods, to assist in improvements to the present product lines or development of new products.
• Perform TPM and preventative maintenance tasks on equipment and fixtures as requested.
• Support continuous improvement activity and take an active role in the implementation of improvements.

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

An outstanding opportunity has a risen for a new Business Development Manager role.

This opportunity is perfect for Postgraduates with an IT degree or someone with 1/2 years of IT sales experience. Having a background as a Business Administrator/ Management or as a Software Engineering would be advantageous.
 
If you are looking to progress your career in IT then this position is perfect for you.

Business Development Manager Benefits:

• £23,000 - £27,000 – Basic salary
• Great Commission Scheme 
• Remote Working
• 20 days annual leave plus UK Bank Holidays 
• Private Medical Insurance

Business Development Manager Duties:

• Answer product and sales enquiries from channel partners and end users over email, on the phone and face-to-face
• Represent the company’s sales department in the Northwest of the UK
• Co-work with and support Marketing Department to organise national and international business events for product promotions
• New sales partner development and account management
• Promote the company solutions and drive business growth

Business Development Manager Requirements:

• Working experience related to storage, IP surveillance or networking products is desired
• Previous experience in an IT Sales role would be an advantage 
• Passion for IT & the company’s products 
• Clean UK driving license
• Good customer service skills 
• Experienced in public speaking 

This Business Development Manager role is ideal for somebody who is looking to progress or start their career in the IT industry at an established worldwide company.

This Business Development Manager role is commutable from: Northampton, Milton Keynes, Bedford, Luton, Aylesbury, Bicester, St Albans

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Sales Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994