Applications Engineer (Drives specialist)
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Summary of Role
Prepare technical quotations and proposals to required deadlines and quality standards, and provide a high standard of technical support to the sales team in the preparation of quotations and specifications for drive, automation, and control solutions.
Job Responsibilities
* Prepare technical quotations and proposals to required deadlines and quality standards.
* Provide high standard of technical support to the sales team in the preparation of quotations and specifications for drive, automation and control solutions.
* Report directly to the Sales Applications Manager.
* Ensure the sales team are supported by completing and assisting with the preparation of quotations, costings, technical specifications and supporting literature.
* Provide high-quality documentation to customers using appropriate software tools.
* Provide a high-quality service to customers, maintaining the company’s reputation as a leading-edge systems integrator.
* Maintain and develop iconsys’ reputation as a leading systems integrator.
* Configure technical solutions from end customer specifications across core vertical markets.
* Estimate resources and equipment required, using engineering software and tools as required.
* Prepare high-quality quotations and proposals using clear concise language, explaining technical solutions in detail and clearly capturing the offered scope of supply.
* Prepare system topologies and technical material to support proposals.
* Act as an interface between sales and engineering teams and provide a high standard of technical support to the sales team.
* Attend customer sites as required.
* Comply with all Company procedures as defined in various documents including the Quality Manual, Staff Manual and Health & Safety Manual.
* Adhere to all relevant standards and work to the Company’s ISO9001:2015 registered quality procedures.
* Be pro-active in supporting other company activities such as supporting fellow engineers, assisting with sales and site support.
* Build, develop and maintain good relationships with customers, suppliers and company staff.
* Attend customer survey, tender and project review meetings when required.
* Work outside normal hours to meet required deadlines.
* Travel within the UK and overseas.
* Perform other duties as required.
Qualifications
* Qualified to degree level in electrical/electronic or mechatronic engineering.
* Knowledge of systems integration concepts and technologies.
* Appreciation of core commercial concepts and common industry drivers.
* Proven experience using MS Office tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook & Visio.
* Previous experience in a similar role is preferred.
Preferred Technical Experience
* AC, DC & Servo VSDs (including the ability to size motors from first principles)
* PLC
* SCADA / HMI
* MES / MIS Networks
* Fieldbus Protocols
* Mechanical Drives
* RoboticsSafety Systems
* Industry 4.0
Personal Qualities
* Excellent communication skills, both oral & written.
* Attention to detail.
* Confident and pro-active with an organised approach to work.
* Ability to work off own initiative, as well as being a team player.
* Situational adaptability.
* Good problem solver.
* Hands on attitude.
* Enthusiastic and reliable.
Remuneration Package
* Competitive salary
* Holidays 25 days (plus Bank Holidays)
* Bonus scheme
* Car allowance
* Pension scheme
* Life Insurance
* Employee assistance programme
* Flexible working
* Programme of personal development & training
* Free car parking
* EV charge points on-site
* Social & wellbeing activity programme
* Bike 2 work scheme
Location
Telford
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Automation Machinery Manufacturing
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