An outstanding opportunity has a risen for a Business Development Manager position.

Do you have previous experience as a Business Development Manager in the Courier/ Logistics industry? Would you like to be a part of fast-paced expanding company?

The ideal candidate will have a proven sales track record as a Business Development Manager in the Courier Services space. Alternative backgrounds such as: Logistic Services, Delivery Services, International Delivery Solutions or Freight Delivery, which are all transferable skills to this industry. 

If you are looking to progress your career and join a growing company, then this is the position for you

• £23,000 - £25,000 – Basic salary
• Earn up to £60,000 + In Commission
• Expand into new Territories 

DUTIES:

• Consistently Win New Business 
• Updating the CRM System 
• Able to demonstrate the benefits of each project to each Client
• Drive Growth and Ensure Client Satisfaction

REQUIREMENTS:

• Experienced working in one of the following industries:
• Courier Services/Logistic Services/Delivery Services/ Freight Delivery
• History of Winning New Major Clients 
• Previous Same-Day Courier Experience
• Dedicated Loads Experience 

This is a dynamic role and suitable ideally for someone with previous experience as a Business Development Manager, who is looking to advance their career in the Courier industry in an expanding company.

This role is commutable from: Milton Keynes, Bedford, Northampton, Wellingborough, Kettering, Rugby, Daventry

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

• 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.
• To 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
• At least five years’ experience in a product development role with plastic and rubber mouldings
• Experience in metal work fabrication
• Experience 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 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

R&D TECHNICIAN

This is a great opportunity within a leading company’s centre of excellence, which is privately owned and with operations in 20 countries. In the UK, they develop and manufacture bespoke products, with over 90% being exported.

They currently have a number of patents, world firsts and are committed to continuous product development on a concurrent engineering basis. 

R&D Technician Package and Benefits

• £22,000 - £32,000
• £4,000 company performance bonus
• Free life Assurance
• Joint contributory pension scheme, 
• Private medical insurance (after a qualifying period)
• 37.5 hours per week – with flexible hours
• Early finish on Friday’s

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

Candidate Specification (but not limited to)

• Ideally, you will be working in a laboratory now, or have done previously 
• The R&D Technician will have experience in electromechanical assembly of precision equipment preferably instrumentation related
• Familiarity of manufacturing processes such as brazing and welding desirable. Familiarity of other wire joining processes (crimping, splicing, micro-welding, brazing etc.) is desirable.
• Ability to understand and interpret technical drawings and documentation. Experience in using Solidworks or equivalent CAD software to construct 3D models desirable but not essential as training will be provided
• Competent in soldering fine wires and components using high temperature solders including basic circuit board assembly and modification.
• Experience in using 3D printer desirable but not essential as training will be provided. Experience of component testing in R&D environment including writing technical reports desirable but not essential
• Experience of Microsoft Word and Excel
• An interest in and understanding of physics/general science and electro-mechanics.

R&D Technician Key Responsibilities (this job description is not exhaustive; a full role description will be sent to you)

Provide support to the R&D department, including;

• Receive and organise parts/design data including components by maintaining build records and logs of engineering models and prototypes 
• Organising and collaborating with Production for build processes such as brazing and welding.
• Work closely with Production Engineering, sub-contractors and suppliers when necessary.
• Occasionally inspect parts and/or work with Goods In department to ensure parts are correct to drawing.
• Assemble components, engineering models and prototype meters.
• Design (using Solidworks) and manufacture basic jigs, fixtures and assembly tools utilising our range of prototyping equipment (e.g 3D printing)

The R&D Technician will take ownership of the R&D lab;

• Organising tools and equipment including managing and operating the rapid prototype printers. Process and submit print requests, maintain the stock of consumables. (Training will be provided)
• Maintaining clean, tidy, organised and functional lab environment.
• Specifying and proposing lab equipment to fulfil requirements of testing when necessary in cooperation with R&D Engineers
• Assist with maintaining the stock of raw materials (e.g. metal/ plastic sheet, bar and tube etc.) and hardware.
• Assist with maintaining the stock and safe storage of hazardous materials. Work in cooperation with the HSE department. (e.g. Keep a record of all hazardous materials being stored with associated COSHH and MSDS documents)
• Assist with maintaining and operating laboratory equipment (e.g. oven/furnace, environment chamber, winding machine, microscopes, liquid nitrogen equipment etc.)

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

Due to continued business growth, client is looking to appoint an experienced Digital / Analogue Electronics Engineer to join their established team on a full-time permanent basis. 

This is an important position within the R&D team, the Electronics Engineer will be key in driving the development of new audio products from initial design, through to production and post-production maintenance.

Company Benefits

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

This Electronics Engineer role is commutable From: Northampton, Wellingborough, Rugby, Kettering, Bedford, Milton Keynes

Electronics Engineer Candidate Requirements

• Degree qualified in Audio Electronics / Electronics Engineering or similar engineering subject.
• 2+ years’ commercial experience in electronic design, ideally in audio electronics.
• 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 experience.
• You must be a Guitar player.

Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)

• The Electronics Engineer will be assisting with the design, input and modification of digital & analogue electronic schematics, with guidance from the Chief Engineer and wider team.
• Undertaking the building and testing of electronic prototypes.
• Advising and assisting with the sourcing of components for prototype production and testing.
• Writing and performing new audio product tests, recording and presenting results.
• Setting up test environments.
• Brainstorming new product ideas and technical requirements/ specifications. Communicating with UK and overseas teams on project-specific topics.
• The Electronics Engineer will be 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

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

TECHNICAL SALES CONSULTANT - IT NETWORK & STORAGE SOLUTIONS

An outstanding opportunity has a risen for a Senior Technical Sales Consultant position.

Do you have Technical Sales Experience with a strong IT background? Would you like to be a part of a fast-paced company, using creative solutions to solve the complex IT problems of our day.

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

If you are looking to joining a stable innovative company, then this is the position for you.

Technical Sales Consultant Benefits:

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

Technical Sales Consultant Duties:

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

Technical Sales Consultant 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 who is looking to advance their career in the IT world at a fast-paced growing company.

This Technical Sales Consultant role is commutable from: Milton Keynes, Bedford, Northampton, Wellingborough, High Wycombe, Coventry, Luton, Dunstable

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Sales Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

INTERNAL SALES ENGINEER

A global Manufacturing firm are looking to hire a new Internal Sales Engineer with experience in the Manufacturing industry. The company design and manufacture components and systems for the Automotive industry and are a world-renowned industry leader in their field.  

This role will suit someone with a Manufacturing background who can deliver great customer experience and is able to liaise with customers on a consistent basis.

Internal Sales Engineer Benefits:

• Salary of £27,000
• Annual discretionary bonus 
• A progressive company enjoying plenty of growth 
• Free parking 
• 25 days holiday a year
• Able to earn Flexi time 

Internal Sales Engineer Duties: 

• Take enquiries from Customers on the telephone or email all day
• Help customers with any product enquiries 
• Assist the Internal Sales Team Leader if asked
• Perform general administrative duties 
• Process order and complete order paperwork on time
• Familiarize yourself with the company’s product list 
• Have a close relationship with the customer and update them throughout the order process 
• Keep track of the company’s targets

Internal Sales Engineer Requirements:

• German speaking would be ideal but is not essential 
• Strong level of Maths skills 
• Able to deliver excellent customer service 
• Achieved grade A-C in Maths and English GCSE’S
• Hold either a ONC, HNC or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering 
• Technical Manufacturing experience 
• Strong commercial acumen 

This Internal Sales Engineer role is commutable from: Milton Keynes, Bedford, Northampton, Wellingborough, High Wycombe, Coventry, Luton, Dunstable

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Sales Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

This is a great opportunity within a leading company’s centre of excellence, which is privately owned and with operations in 20 countries. In the UK, they develop and manufacture bespoke products, with over 90% being exported.

They currently have a number of patents, world firsts and are committed to continuous product development on a concurrent engineering basis. 

Development Engineer Package and Benefits

• £33,000
• £4,000 company performance bonus
• Free life Assurance
• Joint contributory pension scheme, 
• Private medical insurance (after a qualifying period)
• 37.5 hours per week – with flexible hours
• Early finish on Friday’s

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

The Role

Due to further growth, a vacancy has arisen in the R&D department for a Mechanical Development Engineer with special responsibility for finite element simulation.

The position is intended as a junior role for applicants who typically have approximately 3 years post-graduate industrial experience, who can grow into the role and gain the required skills and knowledge from more experienced colleagues and additional training provided by the company.

Development Engineer Key Duties

• Support the design and development of products by use of SolidWorks CAD software, ANSYS simulation software and other tools and techniques as required.
• Conducting structural integrity calculations (based on formula and FEA), relating to pressure safety requirements and compliance with the Pressure Equipment Directive and other international pressure equipment regulations.

Development Engineer Key Skills Required

• A minimum 2:1 degree in Mechanical Engineering or related subject from an IMechE accredited course.
• Familiarity and preferably practical experience with core mechanical engineering theory including stress analysis, dynamics, thermodynamics and fluids.
• Experience using Mathcad
• Typically 3 years industrial experience in a technical Engineering role, preferably in new product development environment.
• Preferable - experience in applying stress analysis techniques.
• A minimum of 1 year’s practical experience using simulation software (preferably ANSYS) conducting stress, thermal and modal analyses and knowledge of ANSYS APDL and the Workbench environment would be advantageous

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

This is a well-established multi-disciplinary business, with a diverse project workload. They offer work that is varied and interesting and challenging in its own right.

Key to the role, is the successful management of projects, management of a small team and meeting the client expectations.

This is an immediate requirement for a proven Chartered Structural Engineer, so client will move quickly for the right person. Client will also consider candidates who will be looking to relocate.

Company Benefits

• Salary £48,000 - £58,000, dependant on experience
• Payment of Professional Subscriptions
• 30 days holiday
• Christmas shutdown 

Chartered Structural Engineer Candidate Essentials

• Chartered Structural Engineer with membership of the IStructE
• 5 plus years UK work experience.
• Experienced with multi-disciplinary consultancy detailed design work on complex engineering projects in residential, commercial and industrial sectors both for new build and modification. Design skills in a wide range of materials which must include a good design knowledge of concrete, masonry and steel.
• Experienced with following good quality assurance practices including a good understanding of all relevant health and safety implications of design work.
• Ability to train and mentor junior engineering staff.
• Ideally, you will have MIStructE with 4 years post Chartership experience.

Company Software

The business currently utilises Microsoft office, AutoCAD, Revit, Tekla TEDDS, SCIA, IDEA Statica & 3D Max.

Chartered Structural Engineer Key Responsibilities

• The ideal candidate will be experienced with providing management and support to junior engineers and or CAD support. 
• You will be experienced in the cost-effective and efficient management of multiple projects and be successful in delegation. 
• Responsible for the production of clear, concise and accurate professional reports, documentation and correspondence for both construction professionals and domestic clients.

Commutable From: Milton Keynes, Northampton, Bedford, Luton, Aylesbury, Banbury

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

This is an exciting opportunity, with an internationally recognised business, who are truly passionate about what they do. 

Due to further business growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Audio DSP Engineer, to join their established R&D team on a full-time basis. 

You will be an individual with excellent interpersonal skills, with a passion for the music industry and a guitar player, with proven Audio specific DSP experience.

Role Purpose – Efficient DSP programming of all digital products.

Company Benefits

• 33 days holiday
• Sick pay
• Death in service cover
• Unique, relaxed environment
• Casual dress code

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

Key Responsibilities

• DSP algorithm development, implementation and optimisation
• This includes both high-level modelling (MATLAB, C/C++, VST plug-ins) and assembler level optimisation on the target platforms

Other Duties:

• Assisting in project planning, scoping and problem solving in terms of software
• Other duties within skill set but not necessarily role scope as and when (creative design input, attending meetings etc

Technical Skills and Qualifications Required

Qualified to degree level or above in a relevant subject 

Essential:-

• Excellent demonstrable Embedded C programming skills
• C++ (OOP) programming skills
• Solid understanding of fundamental DSP theory
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles
• Experience in audio signal processing
• Understanding of/experience developing VST plugins
• Passion for the music industry and a Guitar player

Desirable:-

• Several years (minimum 3) commercial experience as an Audio DSP Engineer.
• SHARC DSP experience.
• Experience using JUCE or similar for creating software GUIs
• Proficient using MATLAB
• Experience in assembler-level optimisation (preferably on ARM Cortex M/Cortex A)
• Experience in testing audio algorithms and audio processing blocks

Experience / Knowledge

• Optimisation on out-of-order architectures
• Real-world modelling of audio systems
• Audio analysis of real-world systems
• DSP development for embedded hardware
• Independent and self-reliant, being able to work without close supervision
• Working within a KPI (Key Performance Indicator) structure
• A musical background and a guitar player.