Applications Engineer

Vectis Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Vectis Recruitment is seeking an Application Engineer for a global leader to provide technical guidance on cutting tool applications and best practice. You will report on project progress to sales and regional management, identify wear mechanisms and propose solutions to maximise tool life.

You will collaborate with the team to meet customer needs and provide product training. Ideal candidates have a strong understanding of carbide cutting tools, the ability to read technical specifications, and

Qualifications

• Understanding of carbide cutting tools and best practice.
• Ability to read and understand technical specifications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to problem solve and prioritise own time.
• Preferably a time served engineer with experience in automotive, aerospace or oil & gas industries.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and expertise on cutting tool applications and best practise.
• Report on the progress of technical projects to the sales team and regional management.
• Identify wear mechanisms and recommend solutions to maximises use.
• Collaborate with the team to respond effectively to customer needs and requirements.
• Determine if tooling is being used correctly and identify wear and use issues.
• Collaborate with the team to meet customer requirements.
• Provide product training and direction.

Skills

Carbide tools

Technical reading

Problem solving

Tools

Technical specifications

Job description

Due to significant growth and expansion, a global leading has a new vacancy for an Application Engineer to join the team. As technical expert you will provide guidance and consult on best tooling practises and product selection, candidates are sought with a good understanding of Carbide cutting tools.

The Role

Provide technical guidance and expertise on cutting tool applications and best practise.

Report on the progress of technical projects to the sales team and regional management.

Identify wear mechanisms and recommend solutions to maximises use.

Collaborate with the team to respond effectively to customer needs and requirements.

Determine if tooling is being used correctly and identify wear and use issues.

Collaborate with the team to meet customer requirements.

Provide product training and direction.

The Person

A good understanding of Carbide cutting tools and best practice.

Ability to read and understand technical specifications.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to problem solve and prioritise own time.

Preferably a time served engineer with experience in automotive, aerospace or oil & gas industries.