Application Engineer

TEAM MISSION & VALUES

Our mission is to create automation ecosystems that enhance the manufacturing world to adapt and grow, effectively and efficiently.

We pride ourselves on our exceptional service, and our INTEGRITY & PASSION make us stand out from the crowd. Our COLLABORATIVE approach fosters an environment of growth, INNOVATION, and EXCELLEANCE, built upon a solid foundation of industry-leading standards and practices.

As a APPLICATIONS ENGINEER you will;

· Be a key player in supporting our sales team with converting opportunities into revenue across all products and services.

· You will be apart of an Applications Engineering team of 6 plus an Applications Engineering Manager however, this role will gain exposure to working closely with Senior Management, Sales, Technical and Application teams.

CORE FUNCTIONS & OBLIGATIONS

· Be the trusted partner of the customer

· Deliver technical solutions and roadmaps

· Deliver technical presentations

· Deliver project costings

· Manage tender delivery

· Support project teams during implementation phases with technical leadership.

· Actively build relationships with internal and external key stakeholders

CORE DELIVERABLES / OUTPUTS

• Effectively communicate, present and sell the business products and services along with the full range of USP’s, including creating flow diagrams, 3D models, layouts and animations.
• Develop the best value technical solution to meet the customer’s needs.
• Develop roadmaps that take account of technical and commercial risk and ensure our proposed solution can be successfully delivered without undue risk to either us or the customer.
• Support the sales team during customer visits by providing technical presentation of the concept, features and benefits.
• Evaluate and generate project costs and quote engineering change requests supporting the project’s dedicated Programme Manager, ensuring tenders are commercially viable and project schedule is maintained.
• Take full ownership of the technical solution development, ensuring the validation process is followed and delivered.
• Develop specifications for the supply chain partners and ensure they operate in line with and demonstrate a clear understanding of our needs.
• Support the project teams during the implementation phases with strategic and technical leadership.
• Work with all Mpac Lambert colleagues to ensure compliance with ISO14001, ISO9001 and OHSAS18001 and support a culture of Lean and Continuous Improvement by complying with appropriate Standard Operating Procedures

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR

· Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

· Ability to communicate effectively at all levels adjusting approach or communication channel to suit the circumstances.

· A proven, high level of understanding of general engineering, machine building processes and project Lifecycle.

· The ability to conceptualise complex and value added automation solutions, through application and development of innovative in-house processes and incorporating the best technology available.

· Technically competent with various software programs, such as Microsoft office, SolidWorks, AutoCAD etc.

· Strong written and oral communication skills together with strong interpersonal and negotiation skills at all levels

DESIRABLES BUT NOT NESSECITIES

· Experience of operating at a senior strategic level with a proven, high level of commercial awareness.

· Developed coaching and team management skills.

· Valid Driving Licence.

· A relevant degree or be vocationally educated (HNC, HND, apprenticeship) in an Engineering discipline.

· Good commercial acumen along and with an understanding of market pricing and competitor influence.

WHY MPAC?

· 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays

· £50 per year towards Dental

· £50 per year towards Optical

· Perkbox – discounts & wellness resources and celebration hub

· Employee Assistant Programme

· 4% company pension contribution

· Pension salary sacrifice options

· Company social events

· Company sick pay