Technical Engineer

AMA Admin; Manchester; Remote; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Car Allowance

Annual Bonus

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Healthcare cash plan

25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Job summary

AMA Admin is seeking a technically focused Technical Engineer to join the team in Manchester. The role centers on engineering support, structural calculations and delivering technical solutions for building envelope systems while developing customer relationships.

You will work with engineers, architects, contractors and clients, providing guidance on composite floors, roof decking and façade solutions. Travel across the UK for site visits will be involved as required.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Interpret wind loading regulations for compliant designs.
• Provide engineering guidance on building envelope components.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support on composite floors, roof decking and envelope systems.
• Prepare structural estimations, calculations and technical proposals.
• Interpret drawings, specs and project requirements.
• Carry out manual structural calculations when required.
• Engage with engineers, architects, contractors and clients throughout projects.

Skills

Drawings interpretation

Wind loading

Problem solving

Technical communication

Project management

Remote-friendly

Independent work

Education

Structural/civil engineering background

Tools

Structural calculation software

Job description

Technical Engineer

Location: Manchester

Salary: £Negotiable + Company Car/Car Allowance

Industry: Construction

Reference: ASPLIV

Our client is seeking a technically focused Technical Engineer to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a structural or engineering professional looking to utilise their technical expertise in a customer-facing role. The position is heavily focused on providing engineering support, structural calculations, and technical solutions for building envelope systems, while also identifying opportunities to develop existing and new customer relationships.

The successful candidate will work closely with engineers, architects, contractors, and clients, providing expert technical guidance on composite floor systems, structural roof decking, and façade/building envelope solutions. Although the role has a commercial element, the primary focus is delivering technically compliant and practical engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and engineering advice on composite floors, structural roof decking, and building envelope systems.
• Prepare structural estimations, calculations, and technical proposals in response to customer enquiries.
• Interpret structural drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• Carry out manual structural calculations where required.
• Interpret wind loading regulations and structural design requirements to provide compliant solutions.
• Liaise with engineers, architects, contractors, and clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support projects from initial enquiry through to completion, ensuring technically accurate and commercially viable solutions.
• Deliver technical presentations and product demonstrations where required.
• Assist with identifying new project opportunities and maintaining strong customer relationships.
• Work collaboratively with internal engineering and commercial teams.
• Attend client meetings, design reviews, and site visits across the UK when required.
• Keep up to date with industry standards, legislation, and developments within the construction sector.

Key Skills & Experience

• 3-5 years' experience within structural engineering, construction engineering, technical support, or a similar engineering focused role.
• Structural or civil engineering background is essential.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong understanding of composite floor systems, structural roof decking, façade systems, or building envelope products.
• Experience carrying out structural calculations and interpreting wind loading requirements.
• Experience using a structural calculation software is highly desirable.
• Excellent technical problem-solving skills with the ability to provide practical engineering solutions.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to customers and project stakeholders.
• Commercial awareness with the ability to identify project opportunities when engaging with customers.
• Self-motivated with excellent organisational and project management skills.
• Comfortable working independently in a remote role while travelling to customer sites across the UK as required.

Package & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Company Car Allowance
• Annual Bonus - Up to 15% of Annual Salary
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Healthcare cash plan, including support towards eye tests, dental treatment, and more
• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Op