Laser Applications Engineer

About the Job

The Company

Our client, Yamazaki Mazak is a leading global manufacturing company based in Worcester.
This is an excellent opportunity to work for a market leading Machine Tool manufacturer who have been at the forefront of the industry for many years.

Due to increased demand within the department, our client now has a requirement for a Laser Applications Engineer.
365 Resourcing is the preferred supplier to Mazak.

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for a Laser Applications Engineer to join UK Sales Support – Applications team.
The role is to provide the expertise required supporting customers, sales team, service and UK sales support
colleagues at all levels.

Job Description

• Communicate to a high standard to liaise with the Application Manger, sales team, customer and
  suppliers. Identify level of detail required, time frame, budgets, etc. at the proposal stage.
• Planning and preparing customer special cutting demonstrations.
• Detailed in depth laser NC control & laser CAM system demonstrations.
• Support in answering all telephone enquiries.
• Participate in all work carried out in the showroom.
• Planning of laser machine demonstrations showcasing the latest laser machine.
  technologies, cutting strategies and partners / supplier technologies.
• Planning and proving laser demonstrations for shows & running of shows (national &
  international).
• Support as required with providing laser training for customers (NC control, Programming software
  & extended operator training.
• Ability to manage, prioritise tasks and work within a team.
• Identify new technology, relating to the laser machines, options and local supply including
  programming CAD/CAM, Automation, cutting technologies etc.
• Visit customers as required to give technical assistance to Sales & Service.
• Deal with difficult situations in a professional manner. Uses own experience and initiative, to bring
  to a successful conclusion.

The successful candidate can also expect the following:

• Company car (EV), mobile phone and laptop will all be provided.
• Overtime based role and allowances.
• Relevant training will be given where appropriate.

Essential Criteria

• Broad CNC laser machining experience.
• Knowledge of laser technology and laser CAD/CAM systems.
• Experience of laser cutting conditions in varied material types & thicknesses.
• Strong problem-solving ability, working within a team and flexible approach to a varied workload.
• Desirable Criteria
• An engineering qualification to HNC/HND level desirable but not essential.
• Completed a Level 3 engineering apprenticeship.
• Experience with tube lasers & automation desirable but not essential.

The Reward

The successful candidate can also expect the following:

Join a successful, multi-national manufacturing company,

• Excellent career potential,
• 25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays,
• x2 Salary Life Insurance Package and Well being Programmes,
• AVIVA Pension,
• Free Uniform,
• Free Parking,
• Subsidised Restaurant on site,
• Working hours are Monday to Friday 8-15am to 16-30 pm,
• Overtime is paid at Time 1/3 first 2 hours then Time 1/2 thereafter each day. Saturday is Time 1/2 and Sunday Double Time.

If this Laser Applications Engineer role sounds like the right opportunity for you then please call to discuss further or email me at the address supplied.