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in Bedford, Milton Keynes, Huntingdon, Biggleswade and Chester for over 35 years!
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Celebrating 30 Years in Recruitment
in Bedford, Milton Keynes, Huntingdon, Biggleswade and Chester for over 35 years!
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Design Engineer
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Design Engineer to join our client in Bedford, brilliant opportunity to join a supportive team within a leading company.
Main Tasks within the role include:
* Developing designs, specifications and proposals to meet customer requirements
* Provide technical product support and installation advice to both customers and internal teams
* Create and provide clear and accurate drawings, designs, specifications and costs
* Create and maintain accurate CRM data (MS Dynamics 365)
* Generate Technical sales handover documentation in preparation for orders
* Manage customer expectations by providing clear advice and delivery to agreed timescales
* To provide occasional technical support and advice on site or at customer offices as required
* Effectively manage and coordinate bespoke projects with short lead times from brief to manufacture
* To liaise and effectively communicate with internal production department for manufacturing input
* Liaise with internal suppliers in order to create accurate cost and lead time data
* Use of PDM system for technical document control
Hours
34.5 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 9:00am to 5:00pm, Friday 9:00am to 4:30pm.
How to be successful:
* Mechanical Engineering or sheet metal design experience is highly desirable
* Experience working in a technical sales environment is desirable
* Proven track record of working within the construction sector
* Able to read and interpret construction/architectural drawings and bill of quantities
* 2D and 3D design experience using AutoCad, Inventor or Solidworks required
* Experience using CRM systems such as MS Dynamics 365 preferred but not essential
* Strong communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
* Passionate about delivering excellent customer service
* Full driving license required
Benefits
* Career progression
* Extensive training competitive
* 25 days holiday per year plus Bank Holidays
* A Company Pension Scheme
* Annual bonus
* Private Healthcare after a qualifying period.
Please apply today for to be considered and for further information!
Please note that at times due to the volume of applications we may not be able to respond to each person individually. If you do not hear from us within 7 days we're sorry you have not been successful this time. Please do not let this stop you applying for other positions you may be suitable for. Good Luck!
1st Choice Staff Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and acts as both an Employment Agency & Business.
Registered Office: 8 St Loyes Street Bedford MK40 1EP
Co Registration No: 07972006
VAT Registration No: 476186512
Bedford (Head Office) - Tel: 01234 210025 Milton Keynes - Tel: 01908 695599 Biggleswade - Tel: 01767 316767 Huntingdon - Tel: 01480 459141 Northampton - Tel: 01604 212169
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