Applications Engineer

Applications Engineer

Tiverton
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am 5:00pm (with flexibility to support customers and distributors)
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Applications Engineer to join a well-established engineering organisation operating in a technical, customer-facing environment. This role is ideal for a recent engineering graduate or junior engineer looking to develop a career that combines engineering design, applications support, and technical sales.

You will work closely with customers and internal teams to understand application requirements, develop suitable engineering solutions, and support projects from enquiry through to manufacture.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a technical sales and applications support service to customers
• Act as a first point of contact for customer enquiries via phone and digital meetings
• Analyse customer requirements and solve design challenges with tailored solutions
• Validate applications and prepare costings and quotations
• Design mechanical systems such as slide systems, gantries, aluminium frameworks, and related products
• Produce and modify designs using 3D CAD software
• Liaise with internal manufacturing teams to support the build of designed systems
• Manage multiple enquiries effectively while meeting deadlines

Candidate Requirements

• Engineering qualification (apprenticeship background preferred; HNC/HND or degree considered)
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Confident engaging with customers via video conferencing and digital platforms
• Organised with good time management skills
• Mechanical aptitude with an interest in machine mechanisms
• Good level of Maths and English
• Competent user of 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, the successful candidate will receive an attractive benefits package, including:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension contribution
• Healthcare cashback scheme
• Employee discounts across major retailers and local services
• Free on-site parking
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Mental health and financial wellbeing support
• Recommend-a-friend scheme
• Death in service benefit (after qualifying period)
• Long service awards and seasonal social events
• Opportunity for overtime at enhanced rates

If you would like to apply for the role of Applications Engineer then please email your CV to (url removed) or call Jade on (phone number removed)

Closing date is 06.03.2026 - Please note this could change subject to suitable applications

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