Application Engineer I

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc.; Craigavon; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc. is seeking an Application Engineer I to support SPED quotations and on-site customer assessments. You will interview customers, evaluate applications, and help identify gaps that offer value.

The role requires a mechanical engineering background and strong product knowledge, with preference for international exposure. The position is fixed-term and part-time for 16 hours per week, based in Craigavon, UK, with potential for growth and close collaboration with

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical engineering with internal training in forklift industry.
• 0–1 year experience and internal training.
• Knowledge of current product line is important.
• Experience in international environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide PEMA and Dealers with timely and accurate SPED quotations.
• Assist Major Account Sales in responding to RFQs.
• Perform Application interviews with customers and Application assessments on-site.
• Identify product and service gaps with customer value through ‘No quote’ analysis.
• Support creation of Industry Guidelines with Product and Industry managers.
• Assist in development of Industry Strategies e.g. Metals, Paper, Concrete, retail, grocery.
• Market / Promote SPED to the dealer community

Skills

Mechanical Engineering knowledge

Entry-level experience (0-1 year)

Product knowledge

International environment experience (

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Title Application Engineer I Job Category Engineering Job Description Hyster-Yale Materials Handling is a global leader dedicated to advancing the materials handling industry. We design, engineer, manufacture, sell and service a comprehensive line of lift trucks, attachments and power and technology solutions, marketed primarily under the Hyster® and Yale® brand names. As one of the largest lift truck manufacturers, Hyster-Yale is not only committed to transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home, but also delivering optimal solutions that meet our customers’ needs while ensuring outstanding customer care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide PEMA and Dealers with timely and accurate SPED quotations
• Assist Major Account Sales in responding to RFQs
• Perform Application interviews with customers and Application assessments on-site.
• Identify product and service gaps with customer value through ‘No quote’ analysis
• Support creation of Industry/Application Guides with Product and Industry managers.
• Assist in development of Industry Strategies eg Metals, Paper, Concrete, retail, grocery.
• Market / Promote SPED to the dealer community

Knowledge Required

• Degree level, preferable Mechanical Engineer 0 -1 experience and internal training in the forklift industry with dealers and customers.
• 0 -1 year experience and internal training.
• Up-to-date product knowledge is a key for this role.
• Preferable an experience in international environments.

The closing date for applications is 30 September 2026

The successful candidate will be subject to background checks.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Job Type Fixed Term (Fixed Term) Time Type Part time Work Hours 16 Travel Required Y Location HY EMEA UK Craigavon Address 88 Charlestown Road Zip Code BT63 5PP Field-Based No Relocation Assistance Available

No Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., is a global leader dedicated to advancing the materials handling industry. We design, engineer, manufacture, sell and service a comprehensive line of lift trucks, attachments and power and technology solutions, marketed primarily under the Hyster® and Yale® brand names. As one of the largest lift truck manufacturers, Hyster-Yale is not only committed to transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home, but also delivering optimal solutions that meet our customers’ needs while ensuring outstanding customer care. Our achievements are driven by our people, our strong culture and commitment to our values, which are founded on a philosophy of integrity, respect and excellence. At Hyster-Yale, you can feel the loyalty from the inside out.