Applications Engineer

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions; Tiverton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering organisation in Tiverton is seeking an Applications Engineer to provide technical sales support and develop engineering solutions. The ideal candidate will be a recent engineering graduate or junior engineer with strong communication skills and proficiency in 3D CAD software. Responsibilities include analyzing customer requirements, designing mechanical systems, and working closely with internal teams. The role offers clear career progression opportunities and a variety of benefits including healthcare cashback and ongoing training.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension contribution

Healthcare cashback scheme

Employee discounts

Free on-site parking

Career progression opportunities

Ongoing training

Mental health support

Recommend-a-friend scheme

Death in service benefit

Long service awards

Opportunity for overtime

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification is essential, preferably an apprenticeship background.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Confident in video conferencing with customers.
• Organised and possess good time management skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and interest in machine mechanisms are needed.
• Good level of Maths and English.
• Competent user of 3D CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical sales and applications support to customers.
• Act as a first point of contact for customer enquiries.
• Analyze customer requirements and develop tailored solutions.
• Prepare costings and quotations for validated applications.
• Design mechanical systems using 3D CAD software.
• Liaise with manufacturing teams to support builds.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

3D CAD software proficiency

Time management skills

Education

Engineering qualification (apprenticeship, HNC/HND or degree)

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

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
• Analyze 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

• 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).