Application Engineer

Octagon Group
Whitstable, Kent
10 months ago
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NEW APPLICATION ENGINEER IN WHITSTABLE.

A leading manufacturer of a range of complex electronic applications for the military and aerospace industries are searching for a Application Engineer to join their dynamic team based in Whitstable, Kent.

Our client is looking for a proactive Application Engineer to support the sales and business development teams by creating robust, innovative and customer focused-product solutions.

Responsibilities as an Application Engineer in Whitstable.

  • Create and develop new and existing product designs, working from concept to validation.

  • Support NPI projects and ensure solutions align with technical and strategic goals.

  • Engage directly with customer to understand requirements and translate them into technical specs.

  • Produce drawings, specifications, compliance matrices, and application notes.

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Product Management, Operations, and more

  • Identify and manage design risks, obsolescence, and manufacturing constraints

    Requirements as an Application Engineer in Whitstable.

  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant technical discipline.

  • Experience in design, engineering or product development roles.

  • Willing to travel in the UK and abroad as needed.

    If you are interested in this Application Engineer job in Whitstable. then APPLY NOW - please contact Adam on (phone number removed)

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