Applications Engineer - Single-use solutions

Applications Engineer - Single-use solutions

Location: Office based at Dunsbury Park Facility, Havant

Location Type: On-Site

Salary: £45k - 50k + corporate benefits

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Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions is part of Spirax Group, a FTSE100 and FTSE4Good multi-national industrial engineering Group with expertise in the control and management of steam, electric thermal solutions, peristaltic pumping, and associated fluid technologies.

When you join us, you will be integrated into a cooperative and encouraging team, participate in challenging yet critical work, and experience ongoing growth opportunities to help you achieve your full potential. Visit our website to learn more.

Job Summary:

In this role, working in the WMArchitect Applications Engineering team, you will be designing the single-use systems that make up the WMArchitect product line. As part of a dedicated team of engineers, you will collaborate closely with global sales teams to draw and quote systems for our customers, ensuring they are both innovative and manufacturable. Your role will be vital in ensuring we continue to provide a world-class service meeting the demanding needs of the biopharma and medical device industries. The role includes an initial project to increase automation in the design process, including automated BOM generation, reducing drawing time and errors through transitioning to the SolidWorks platform.

Key Responsibilities:

• You will be an integral part of the consultative selling process for WMArchitect, collaborating with sales teams from multiple countries to evaluate design requests for our global customer base.
• You will manage multiple stakeholders to ensure enquiries are prioritized appropriately.
• You will join customer calls to provide technical guidance and troubleshoot design issues.
• You will design and draw new assembly products for the WMArchitect brand, providing expert knowledge on assembly design and feasibility.
• You will balance factors such as lead time, price, component availability, fit and function, ease of manufacture, and customer requirements to find optimal design configurations.
• You will use vector design software (e.g., CorelDraw) to create manufacturing drawings.
• You will work closely with the validation team to ensure all components comply with standards.
• You will quote new designs and update prices for existing drawings, using predefined cost models and liaising with suppliers and stakeholders.
• You will create and maintain WMArchitect part numbers in the ERP system.
• You will collaborate with the PLM team and SolidWorks partners to set up proof-of-concept models and establish automation rules, including training the engineering team on SolidWorks and PLM systems.
• You will troubleshoot technical issues during planning and manufacturing.
• You will support continuous improvement projects and quality programs, including sterility and product testing.
• You will monitor and report team KPIs during daily meetings.

Skills/Experience:

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent industrial experience
• Experience within biopharmaceutical processing components and single-use systems is preferred
• Proficiency with CAD software, ideally SolidWorks
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Knowledge of ERP systems
• Effective communication skills, managing various stakeholders
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work under pressure
• Attention to detail

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working arrangements
• Holiday allowance
• Paid volunteering leave
• Private healthcare
• Retirement plan
• Life assurance
• Inclusion initiatives

Inclusion & Diversity:

We are committed to creating inclusive and equitable working cultures. We consider flexible working requests and support colleagues through additional benefits, including gender-neutral parental leave, caregiver leave, support for pregnancy loss or domestic abuse, and menopause-friendly policies. Learn more at . We are a Disability Confident Employer and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Please inform us if accommodations are needed during the application process.

Company Overview:

Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, part of Spirax Group, is dedicated to innovation and inclusivity. We lead in manufacturing peristaltic pumps and fluid path technologies for the life sciences and process industries. Our purpose is to create sustainable value and a safer, more efficient world. Our technologies are critical in diverse industries, serving customers in 116 countries, impacting daily life globally. We foster an inclusive culture where everyone can make a difference and feel valued.