Applications Engineer

Morgan Ryder; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training

Clear progression routes

Supportive environment

Job summary

Morgan Ryder in Runcorn seeks an ambitious Applications / Technical Sales Engineer to bridge the gap between customers and engineering. In this hybrid position, you will interpret customer needs and recommend viable solutions, playing a critical role in project success.

The successful candidate will have a degree in engineering and 1–2 years of experience, coupled with strong communication skills. Join a dynamic environment that emphasizes commercial success and offers clear pathways for career advancement.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years’ experience in engineering or applications environment.
• Strong interest in real-world engineering applications.
• Confident communicator with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Interpret customer requirements and recommend solutions.
• Support sales process with technical input.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure deliverable solutions.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Customer relationship management

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering

Job description

The Opportunity

Are you an ambitious engineer looking to move beyond purely technical work and develop a career that combines engineering with commercial impact?

We are working with a fast-growing, highly specialised engineering business delivering advanced electromechanical and motion control solutions into sectors such as aerospace, defence, subsea and industrial automation.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in translating customer requirements into commercially viable engineering solutions, directly contributing to business growth, customer success, and revenue generation.

The Role

This is a hybrid Applications / Technical Sales Engineering position where you will act as the critical link between customers, sales and engineering.

You will be responsible for:

• Interpreting customer requirements and recommending commercially viable technical solutions
• Supporting the sales process through technical input on bids, proposals and tenders
• Producing accurate and competitive quotations aligned to customer needs and margin expectations
• Working on a mix of standard product solutions and bespoke engineered systems
• Collaborating with internal teams to ensure solutions are deliverable, cost-effective and aligned with business objectives
• Developing strong customer relationships, acting as a trusted technical advisor

This role offers a clear pathway into a commercially focused engineering career, where your input directly influences project success, customer satisfaction, and revenue performance.

About You

• Degree qualified in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering
• 1–2+ years’ experience in an engineering or applications environment (placement year considered)
• Strong interest in how engineering solutions are applied in real-world, customer-driven scenarios
• Commercially aware mindset, or a desire to develop in a customer-facing, revenue-impacting role
• Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach with a strong willingness to learn

Experience or interest in motion control, automation or mechanical systems would be advantageous.

Why Join?

• Be part of a growing business where engineering plays a direct role in driving commercial success
• Gain exposure to the full project lifecycle, from enquiry through to delivery
• Develop a unique skillset combining engineering expertise with commercial awareness
• Work across multiple high-value industries including aerospace, defence and energy
• Clear progression routes into technical sales, senior applications, or engineering leadership roles
• Supportive, collaborative environment with direct access to experienced engineers and leadership
• Ongoing training in both technical solutions and customer-facing skills

This is not just an engineering role, it’s an opportunity to become a commercially impactful engineer, shaping solutions that deliver real value to customers while contributing directly to business growth.

If you’re looking to accelerate your career and gain exposure to both engineering and commercial decision-making, we’d love to hear from you.