Applications Engineer

Applications Engineer?? Lutterworth, Leicestershire | ?? Permanent | ?? Company Car | ?? Annual BonusOur client is a global leader in industrial metrology and quality solutions, supporting some of the world's most innovative manufacturers across automotive, aerospace, medical and precision engineering sectors.Due to continued growth and expansion, they are seeking an Applications Engineer to join their Industrial Quality Solutions team.This is an excellent opportunity for a metrology professional to combine technical expertise with customer engagement while working with industry-leading measurement technologies across the UK and Ireland.The RoleAs an Applications Engineer, you will act as a technical specialist across a portfolio of advanced metrology solutions, supporting customers throughout the lifecycle of their systems.Working across both pre-sales and post-sales activities, you will provide technical consultancy, demonstrations, training, inspection services, programming support and troubleshooting expertise. You will play a key role in helping customers maximise the value of their investment whilst contributing to business growth and customer satisfaction.You'll work with a range of advanced measurement technologies, including:Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs)Optical Measurement SystemsX-Ray / Computed Tomography (CT) SolutionsIndustry-leading metrology software platformsKey ResponsibilitiesTake ownership of customer inspection service projects from initial enquiry through to successful deliveryCarry out inspection programming, measurement activities and results analysisPresent technical findings and recommendations to customersDeliver pre-sales and post-sales technical supportConduct software and hardware demonstrationsProvide customer training, mentoring and technical consultancyManage technical support cases and resolve customer issuesSupport quotation generation, project planning and scheduling activitiesInstall and configure software solutionsSupport tender responses and technical sales activitiesWork closely with Sales, Service, Operations and Applications teamsIdentify opportunities for aftermarket services, including training, software upgrades and support agreementsMaintain up-to-date knowledge of software, products and emerging technologiesTravel throughout the UK & Ireland to support customer requirementsAbout YouWe're keen to speak with candidates from metrology, manufacturing, quality or precision engineering environments who enjoy working directly with customers and solving technical challenges.EssentialStrong understanding of GD&T and engineering drawingsExperience operating CMM, Optical or CT metrology equipmentExperience with metrology software and inspection programmingStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and presentation skillsCustomer-focused approach with strong relationship-building skillsEngineering qualification (Apprenticeship, HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent experience)Full UK driving licenceWillingness to travel across the UK & Ireland, including occasional overnight staysDesirableExperience with CALYPSO, ZEISS INSPECT or GOM InspectX-Ray or Computed Tomography inspection experienceAUKOM or NPL certificationExperience delivering customer trainingExperience supporting technical sales activitiesKnowledge of quality management systems and inspection reportingExperience within automotive, aerospace, medical device or precision engineering sectorsWhat's On Offer?£38,000 - £50,000 DOECompany carAnnual bonus of up to four weeks' salaryOvertime opportunitiesShift premiums where applicableComprehensive training and developmentOpportunity to work with industry-leading metrology technologyExposure to CMM, Optical and CT measurement systemsClear technical and leadership career pathwaysOpportunities to progress into Sales, Service Engineering, Management or Technical Specialist positionsInternational training and development opportunities within the wider organisationWhy Apply?Join a recognised global technology leaderWork with cutting-edge measurement and inspection technologiesSupport some of the most advanced manufacturing organisations in the UK and IrelandJoin a highly experienced and collaborative teamAccess world-class training and development programmesBuild a long-term career within a growing and innovative businessIf you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.TPBN1_UKTJ