Applications engineer

Cambridgeshire
Working Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

About the Position

My client is seeking a dedicated and technically proficient Applications Engineer to support the preparation of multidisciplinary proposals that merge both technical and commercial content. While prior experience in a similar role is highly desirable, we are equally interested in candidates with a strong engineering background and a drive to deliver outstanding results.

Although the role is primarily office-based, it includes opportunities for international travel, primarily within the EMEAR region, to engage directly with clients and contribute to technical and commercial discussions.

Key Responsibilities for the applications engineer role:

* Technical Analysis
Interpret and analyse customer enquiries and specifications to design and specify appropriate equipment.

* Process Design
Develop a solid understanding of process design and calculations. Full training will be provided.

* Proposal Development
Prepare competitive, technically sound, and commercially viable proposals aligned with customer requirements and defined scope.

* Customer Engagement
Maintain communication with customers during the quotation phase, addressing technical and commercial questions to secure purchase orders.

* Post-Order Support
Work with the project execution team, prepare process data sheets, and support the drafting team as needed.

* Continuous Improvement
Enhance sales documentation and presentations using Microsoft Office and other relevant software.

* Quality and Safety Compliance
Adhere to quality management systems (ISO9001:2015, ISO14001, ISO45001) and contribute to a safe and efficient working environment.

Requirements

* Education
Minimum HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.

* Industry Experience
Previous experience in sales, proposals, or related industries. Experience with fired combustion equipment or similar process knowledge is advantageous.

Skills & Attributes

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills

* Strong team player with a collaborative mindset

* Highly organized, dependable, and detail-oriented

* Confident and capable of autonomous decision-making

* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)