We have an exciting opportunity for professionals with a process industry background, to join one of Europe's leading manufacturers of bespoke filtration technology. Thanks to continued growth, this company has created a new role within the Sales Department, looking to add an Applications Engineer to their team.
Hybrid Role (2 in office / 3 at home) | Profit share scheme | Comprehensive benefits package
As an Applications Engineer you’ll specify, cost, tender and win profitable orders for bespoke process filtration solutions, based on the companys technologies that serve a variety of industries.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Select and size a range of process filtration technology including cartridge, bag and activated carbon filters, coalescers and strainers
- Conceptually design suitable pressure vessels to suit the selected filtration technology
- Prepare bespoke cost estimates using historical information combined with sub vendor contractor enquired pricing
- Prepare techno-commercial tenders in line with customer requirements
- Resolve technical and commercial queries raised with the tender to reach an agreed position acceptable to all parties
- Prepare orders for handover to the project execution team, remaining involved initially to provide input to any changes required
- Provide after sales support to customers addressing any queries or issues with media and hardware performance
- Research and select suitable subcontractors and suppliers as demanded by project requirements
- Prepare and deliver presentations on company technology and solutions to customers
- Travel to customer and supplier sites when required to attend meetings and site visits in person
- Adherence and compliance to ISO standards and all health & safety requirements
Skills & Experience
Essential
- A process industry background in either water treatment, pharmaceutical or oil sectors
- Familiar with a variety of process filtration and separation technologies, comfortable with sizing from first principles
- Familiar with design and construction principles of pressure vessels, knowledge of PED, ASME VIII, PD : and EN : design codes
- An understanding of material compatibility and corrosion principles
- Comprehension of enquiry documentation including process / mechanical datasheets and client specifications
- Experience in the preparation of tenders and supporting documentation
- Solid grounding in preparing cost estimates for bespoke fabricated equipment and solutions
- Ability to communicate and influence effectively with both internal & external partners and stakeholders
- Confident with Microsoft applications, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint
- Personal efficiency, time management skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands
Desirable
- Use of Pressure Vessel Design Software (i.e. PV Elite or VVD)
- Experience of selecting and sizing cartridge filters for liquid and gas applications
Benefits include
- Profit Share Scheme
- Enhanced Pension
- Paid Volunteering Days
- Retail Discounts
- Cycle to work
- Gym discounts
- Car maintenance scheme
- Eye care policy
- Saving and investments and debt advice
- Voluntary private healthcare plans