Job Title: Design and Estimating Engineer
Location: Loughborough, Leicestershire
Our client is seeking an experienced and self-motivated Design and Estimating Engineer to join their well-established team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, estimating and specification of fire alarm systems using company tools and operating protocols.
This is a home-based role with a requirement to attend the office one day per week so candidates will need to be based within a sensible commute of north Leicestershire.
There is a requirement to travel for site surveys and customer visits (circa 2 or 3 per month). A car will be provided and all expenses will be reimbursed.
The Benefits:
* Pension
* Training and development opportunities
* Free Parking
The Role:
* Design responsibility and the production of fire alarm design proposals.
* Managing a number of designs/proposals at any one time and prioritizing according to project needs.
* Customer-facing with the sales team where required to deliver proposals.
* Liaising with Project Managers and installation teams to negotiate installation costs on supply, install & commission projects.
* Ensuring that all designs & proposals produced are accurately costed and priced to achieve the agreed company margins and any necessary management approvals & sign-offs are obtained prior to issue.
* Ensuring all quotations are compliant with the relevant standards & regulations currently in force at the time, CDM, fire alarm British standards, etc.
* Provide exceptional customer service, managing and maintaining design enquiries, including obtaining and evaluating relevant information, and responding promptly to customer inquiries and concerns.
* Provide technical assistance, support, and guidance to department team members and communicate and coordinate with internal personnel.
* Administration of all current inquiries, including job won handover files and parts SRM system updating.
Our Ideal Candidate:
* Experienced fire design engineer (FIA design qualification or similar)
* Technical knowledge of different manufacturer’s fire systems (i.e. Hochiki, Gent, Advanced, Ziton)
* Previous experience in similar role liaising with end user and contractors
* AutoCAD Trained
* Excellent communication and customer service skills
* Hold a clean driving licence
* Ability to create and build strong relationships, with a professional approach
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