This is a family business where changing people’s lives through the products that they design, manufacture and install is a daily occurrence. With 40 years’ experience under their belt, they are a leading provider in the UK, a market leader in Europe and have a presence in many other countries worldwide. They continue to expand rapidly in the UK and internationally, with this role being part of that growth.
Technical Documentation Engineer Salary and Benefits
* 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday
* 23 days holiday, increasing with service, plus statutory, Life Assurance, Profit related pay
Technical Documentation Engineer Role Function
* This Technical Documentation Engineer opening is a new role, working within the company’s busy Technical Services team.
* You will create and maintain high quality SOP’s (standard operating procedures), installation/user manuals and the creation of drawings/models for product fabrications to be used by the installation and production operatives.
Technical Documentation Engineer Candidate Requirements
* Proven experience creating and maintaining high quality SOP’s (standard operating procedures), installation/user manuals.
* Able to CAD solutions using Solidworks - Use basic drawing standards (BS8888 & ISO128).
* Skilled engineer able to employ engineering devices to investigate and resolve product issues i.e. using problem solving devices such as 8D or 5 Why’s.
* Able to communicate and liaise with stakeholders to bring about a satisfactory conclusion.
* Familiarity with engineering design principals and measuring tools.
* Liaising with the manufacturing, machining, sub‑assembly and assembly departments to validate communication tools (such as SOP’s, work instructions and process risks).
* Familiarity with engineering manufacturing techniques i.e. machine tools, pressing, bending, cutting, vacuum forming, injection moulding, casting etc.
Technical Documentation Engineer Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)
* Ensure the generation of technical materials that are required to facilitate the delivery of product to market in a timely manner, with input from quality, production and in‑service feedback.
* Work with the design team to create 3D models and SOP’s for new dedicated illustration kits for all group products.
* Create work instructions and SOP’s to assist the production line and production manager to be used for training and manufacturing on sub‑assemblies and assembled products.
* Create or revise user and installation manuals for any new or existing products brought to market by any of the group’s brands.
* Manage and implement change through documented processes and communicate with other departments to deal with enquiries both efficiently and effectively.
* Create an illustrated parts catalogue (IPC) to assist every department determine product parts and codes.
* Provide input to the FMEA and NPI documentation, to lower risk scores via the use of agreed format documentation and communication tools.
Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.
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Senior Electronics Engineer Salary and Benefits
* Early finish on Friday’s
* 33 days holiday (25 days + bank holidays)
* A relaxed, supportive working environment
* Life assurance
Senior Electronics Engineer Role Function
* You will have a proven track record of hands‑on product design, embedded systems, modules, and full product architecture.
* Sound knowledge of motor drives and controls.
* Experience of taking transducer signals from conditioning through embedded processing through to graphical display.
* Demonstrable, thorough, analytical skills reinforced with practical problem‑solving abilities.
* DfX (Design for Reliability, Serviceability & Manufacturability).
* Proven track record for prototyping & transfer to production.
* Familiar with PCB layout software packages, etc.
* Deriving the required electronics architecture, performance specification for the overall system from the product functional requirements.
* Following the NPD process to prove out concepts, technology demonstrators through to pre‑production & production units including Quality assurance through automated testing.
* Generating the necessary supporting documentation to introduce the product into manufacturing.
* To lead in Electronics/systems project design reviews.
* Contributing to overall program planning & execution.
* Assisting Project leader in planning and risk management.
Product Development Technologist Salary and Benefits
* 36.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday
* 34 days holiday (26 days + bank holidays)
* Company bonus
Product Development Technologist Role Function
* Working directly with the Head of QA & Development, you'll play a pivotal part in shaping the future of the company products by leading raw material evaluations, supporting production and helping solve production challenges, and developing new products and innovations.
Product Development Technologist Candidate Requirements
* You will have a science‑based degree level or above.
* Strong understanding of raw materials, R&D processes, and lab equipment, including safe lab practices and experimental design.
* Project management experience and be skilled at planning, prioritising, and delivering R&D projects on time.
* Deliver clear and effective communication in sharing ideas, writing reports, and collaborating across departments.
* Demonstrate precision in laboratory work, documentation, and quality control is essential.
* The ability to interpret data, troubleshoot issues, and draw meaningful conclusions from experiments.
* Demonstrate curiosity and creativity to explore new ideas, develop novel solutions, and improve existing products.
* Adaptability and Teamwork: Be comfortable working in a fast‑paced, evolving environment with shifting priorities and new challenges, with the ability to work autonomously when needed, but also thrive in cross‑functional teams utilizing collaboration skills.
* Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferable.
* Experience in textiles, dying or colourist experience.
Manufacturing Design Engineer Salary, Hours and Benefits
* 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday with some flexibility on start and finish times
* 32 days holiday’s including bank holidays
* Production Bonus Scheme
* Secured Parking
Manufacturing Design Engineer Candidate Requirements
* Creo experience would be ideal, but any 3D design proficiency would be considered.
* Degree qualified – Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or similar.
* MathCAD experience is desirable.
* Demonstrable experience from a Manufacturing or Machining environment ideally.
* Knowledge of different materials, manufacturing processes and assembly methods.
* A problem solver, with previous experience dealing directly with customers, preparing technical specifications and presenting proposals.
* Ability to work on multiple projects at any one time.
* Able to oversee and manage suppliers as required within a project’s development.
CNC Miller Hours, Pay and Benefits
* 37 hours per week, 7:00am – 3:30pm Monday to Thursday, with a 12pm finish on Friday’s
* Benefits: 6.5% employer pension contribution, 3 x salary life assurance, 34 days holiday
CNC Miller Essential Candidate Requirements
* Programming, setting and operating experience of CNC Milling machinery – HAAS preferred, but that isn’t essential.
* Apprentice trained or equivalent background in CNC machining within a production environment.
* Able to work accurately to deadlines.
* Will be able to read and interpret complex engineering drawings.
* Enthusiastic team player with a can‑do/flexible attitude.
* Flexible, positive and proactive attitude with a commitment to quality.
Panel Wirer Hours, Pay and Benefits
* 37 hours per week, 8:00am - 4.30pm Monday to Thursday, with a 1pm finish on Friday’s
* Benefits: 6.5% employer pension contribution, 3 x salary life assurance, 34 days holiday
Panel Wirer Candidate Requirements
* Proven ability to mount electrical hardware and components to frames and panels.
* Experience in wiring low voltage instrumentation, 110v/230v mains equipment, control panels, or bespoke instrumentation systems.
* Ability to read engineering drawings, adhering to various global standards.
* Demonstrated experience working within an assembly area, as well as maintaining high‑quality standards throughout each task.
* A proactive approach to problem‑solving and communication.
Maintenance Electrician Responsibilities
* Carry out preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance on electrical systems, machinery, and production equipment.
* Diagnose and repair electrical faults on production machines, control panels, motors, sensors, PLCs, and other automation systems.
* Support with plant improvements to enhance performance.
* Installation, commissioning, and integration of new machinery and equipment.
Maintenance Electrician Requirements
* Hold a recognised qualification in engineering/electrical.
* 17th / 18th edition wiring regulations required.
* Must have hydraulic and pneumatic experience as well as fault finding on PLC’s.
* Understanding of food industry hygiene and safety standards (desirable).
This role is commutable from Heanor, Derby, Nottingham, Burton, Loughborough.
For more information or to apply, please contact Megan at Probe Technical Recruitment.
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