Job Title: Technical Engineer
Department: National Product and Repairs
Place of Work: Telford/Leeds (mobile)
Accountable to: National Product and Repairs Sales Director
Organisation
Since its inception in 1950, Freyssinet has been at the forefront of providing specialised civil engineering technology, consultancy and installation for projects large and small.
The opportunity
An exciting opportunity for a dynamic, forward-thinking Mechanical Engineer to join Freyssinet’s National Products and Repairs Team. The role may suit an engineer with relevant work experience or a graduate with the drive and enthusiasm to build on their learning, with the support and mentoring of the National Sales Director. The role will require travel to site locations and can be based between Freyssinet offices in Telford and Leeds.
Job purpose/summary
To support the National Products and Repairs team in the generation of business relationships by collaborating with customers to support maintenance activities, carrying out site inspections of bearings and expansion joints, performing technical coordination of some designs and installations, as well as assisting in the technical development of new product solutions.
Duties and responsibilities:
BUSINESS:
* Examining customer data and developing offers for products and services (cost/price creation)
* Maintaining involvement in uncovering sales opportunities with prospective and existing customers
* Handling customer enquiries which will involve dealing with customers and suppliers
* Handling internal enquiries which involve liaison and support to enable the regions to present products and identify related service opportunities
* Assist in the production of quality bids with key supply chain partners
* Support across business regions for Freyssinet products and related services including Freyssicare whole life services
* Work with the Marketing team to identify key specifiers and prepare focused documents to aid Consultants and Contractors in the selection of Freyssinet products
* Maintain department sales reporting using our CRM tool (Salesforce), including the regular update of the pipeline of opportunities and tenders.
SITE INSPECTIONS:
* In the field of bearings and expansion joints, prepare asset condition investigations and whole life assessment reports to leverage Freyssinet expertise and solutions
TECHNICAL COORDINATION:
* Coordinate the production of layout, assembly and detail drawings for products
* Examine installation processes for products and identify processes or materials which support service and operation teams around the UK
* Reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications – liaising with Technical teams in Paris, Milan and London
* Creating & Issuing Works Orders, Schedules, Exchequers, General Assembly drawings, Detail Drawings, Modification notes
TECHNICAL DEVELOPMENT:
* Review and assist the further development of structural product reports to present whole life and replacement product strategies.
* Develop and promote product-related solutions to add value to core service business: from our current product range AND the new product and services related to Freyssicare whole life
* Focused on developing and delivering innovative ideas and solutions, assisting all regions in business improvement
* Travel around the UK in order to visit clients and in support of your role
Knowledge and experience
* A degree in mechanical engineering (essential)
* A keen interest in the civil engineering sector (essential)
* Relevant post-graduate experience in a similar role (preferred)
* Knowledge of Structural Products (advantageous but training provided)
Self-development
Maintain CPD by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and participating in professional organizations. Keep up to date with industry sector and product developments, both externally and across the Freyssinet Group.
Benefits
£competitive plus annual bonus; car or car allowance; private healthcare; income protection insurance; life assurance; company pension; company share scheme.
Please email your CV and a covering letter to HR@freyssinet.co.uk with the subject title ‘Technical Engineer’.
Freyssinet is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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