Applications Engineer

Job Description Salary up to £39,000 depending on experience Renishaw is recruiting an Applications Engineer to join our team specialising in advanced machine tool applications/solutions. The primary function of the team is supporting the development of application solutions including feasibility studies, product enhancement, in-house testing and training. You will provide machine tool probe installations and application support including training, for our customers on both hardware and software products to Renishaw’s subsidiaries, OEMs and end-users in a variety of markets nationwide. Renishaw’s Machine Tool Products leads the market in delivering innovative, high accuracy measurement solutions to CNC machining processes globally. Our world-leading product delivers high-density data sets for complex parts, which in turn provides our customers with new levels of on-machine inspection capabilities particularly in the manufacture of high value components. Responsibilities Support the development of specific customer projects which involve performing advanced measurement tasks using CNC machines to provide data-rich results at organisations in a variety of industries. Work closely with the software development team to provide feedback on customer requirements to ensure that the product features and design are suitable for the customer and their needs. Contribute to Renishaw’s knowledge of on-machine process control applications through involvement in an ongoing test program. Key requirements An appreciation of CNC machines and their application, particularly in 5-axis environments using advanced control functions. A demonstrable understanding of Microsoft Office products, particularly use of Excel to analyse and present large data sets. Perform health and safety and risk assessments when entering customer sites Participate in continuous improvement projects Support machine-tool demonstrations at Machine Tools Products (MTP) exhibitions Provide process integration Understanding of engineering drawings and measurement principles including GD&T. Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team Sound and competent electrical and mechanical expertise Experience in machine tool ISO programming Good problem solving techniques Extensive MTP product knowledge Desirable requirements Experience of CNC programming with a general knowledge of ISO programming techniques with control systems from Fanuc, Siemens, Mazak or Okuma. Previous advanced CAD-CAM software experience or an understanding of the manufacture of complex forms. Proven customer facing experience in a technical role. Experience of writing technical documentation and guidance. Manufacturing industry or CMM application experience desirable. Ability to present and convey information to individuals and/or groups of people. Machine tool or periphery equipment installation experience. Hold an HND/diploma or degree in an engineering discipline or similar level of qualification with applications engineering experience. Opportunities for career development and training You will initially undergo training with the Applications Team. Developing effectiveness in supplying customer support. We will consider experienced service engineers willing to undergo training in our software applications as supplied to customers. In addition to learning our products and associated functionalities, you will be given the chance to: Develop a career with a global organisation that encourages personal growth and quality excellence. Build an industrial network within the realms of metrology. Potentially explore alternative opportunities within the wider parts of the business. Person specification As the successful applicant, you will be able to work independently but also in a team environment. You will be comfortable with handling large data sets and have the ability to explain complicated concepts in a precise and logical manner. Because of the complex nature of the applications, you must be able to forge close working relationships with experts from a wide diversity of backgrounds, to both learn and to share their own experiences. The work itself will be very varied and will range from development tasks at our headquarters, to specific customer requirements with fixed timetables Benefits When you join Renishaw, we're committing to your future career. That's because we believe in developing our people's skills and promoting them internally. We also offer a benefits package that's highly desirable; including a 9% non-contributory pension, discretionary annual bonus, *subsidised onsite restaurants and *coffee shops, free parking, *car sharing scheme and *24 hour fitness centres. ( not available at all sites). We also want to promote a healthy work-life balance as much as possible, so we have introduced a hybrid working policy which allows for a combination of home and office based working depending on the nature of your role. We also offer a variable working programme, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Life Assurance policy of 12 times annual salary, Cycle to Work scheme, enhanced maternity pay subject to qualifying criteria, Health Cash Plan, the option to join BUPA Renishaw Health Trust and an Employee Assistance Programme for employees and family. Please click here for further information about our benefits. At Renishaw we believe that our success is powered by welcoming a workforce of diverse and talented people. Through encouraging an inclusive culture, where all our employees are free to be themselves, we can achieve our core values: Innovation, Inspiration, Integrity, and Involvement. If you are excited about the role but feel as though you don’t meet all the requirements, we would encourage you still to apply. You might just be the right person for this role or another opportunity at Renishaw. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to make interviews and jobs more accessible. Should you have any difficulty during the recruitment process, or require any reasonable adjustments please contact the recruitment team on 01453 524600 or recruitment@renishaw.com. Please click here for further information about diversity and inclusion at Renishaw. Employment Type: Permanent Time Type: Full time Requisition Number: R8628 Applications Engineer (Open) Renishaw is a FTSE 250 global engineering and scientific technology company, with core skills in measurement, motion control, additive manufacturing, healthcare, spectroscopy and manufacturing. We supply products and services that push the boundaries of what is possible in applications as diverse as jet engine and wind turbine manufacture, through to dentistry and brain surgery. We are also a world leader in the field of metal additive manufacturing (also referred to as 3D printing), where we design and make industrial machines that ‘print' parts from metal powder. We currently have 77 offices in 36 countries, with around 5,200 employees worldwide. Over 3,000 people are employed within the UK where we carry out the majority of our research and development, and manufacturing. With a global presence in a broad range of sectors, we aim to ensure that our workforce reflects the diverse global communities we serve. Every year we welcome a wide range of new employees, from apprentices to experienced professionals. By joining Renishaw you will be making a difference to the world in which we live, in a global company that encourages innovation and personal achievement. Our people help us to pursue this purpose so that we can continue to be a world leader in precision technology and deliver on our vision to innovate and transform capabilities in manufacturing, science and healthcare through unparalleled levels of precision, productivity and practicality.

 

 

TO SEE THIS ADVERT IN A BETTER FORMAT, PLEASE CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON TO GO TO THE RENISHAW JOBS WEBSITE.

 

 

To apply for this career opportunity or to view our other vacancies, click on the Apply Now button which will take you through to the Renishaw website.
Please remember to quote the vacancy reference number and to state that you saw it advertised on Glosjobs. Thank you.