Salary Completely Negotiable depending on experience + Flexible Working + 25 days Holiday + Bank Holidays + Other Benefits.
This is a great opportunity to work for an award winning global business where you will have the opportunity to develop a worthwhile career.
The company are experiencing significant growth and this will create genuine career development opportunities to grow in the role and develop yourself individually.
Responsible for:
- Leading the technical development of new and existing products.
- Providing expert guidance on engineering best practices and standards.
- Ensuring the integration of emerging technologies into product designs.
- Collaborating with the sales team to align customer projects with organisational capabilities.
Job Purpose:
The Senior Technologist plays a critical role in advancing engineering projects and ensuring the successful implementation of innovative technologies within the company. This position is responsible for leading technical initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and supporting the development and enhancement of systems (typical similar industries - kilns, furnaces, recycling, thermal processing, energy recovery, nuclear) while advising the sales team on customer projects to ensure alignment with company capabilities.
Key Relationships:
External: Customers, Suppliers & Vendors, Regulatory Bodies, Industry Experts
Internal: Engineering Team incl. Installation & Commissioning Engineers, Sales and Marketing, and Operations Personnel
Budget Responsibility:
Assisting in the preparation and management of project budgets related to technology development and implementation.
Main Responsibilities:
- Lead and participate in the design and development of technologies (typical similar industries - kilns, furnaces, recycling, thermal processing, energy recovery, nuclear), ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Collaborate with the sales and marketing team to advise on customer projects, ensuring alignment with company capabilities and technical feasibility.
- Conduct feasibility studies and technical assessments to support project decisions.
- Collaborate with internal teams to define project specifications and requirements.
- Mentor design engineers and our field engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
- Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and materials for product development.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications (technical datasheets), development testing protocols, and project reports.
- Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to ensure competitive advantage.
- Facilitate training sessions and workshops for internal teams and customers to enhance understanding of products and technologies.
- Contribute to the development of proposals and technical presentations for clients, showcasing the company's capabilities and innovations.
Key Attributes
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Environmental, or a related field).
- A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a technology or engineering role.
- Strong understanding of processes and associated technologies (typical similar industries - kilns, furnaces, recycling, thermal processing, energy recovery, nuclear).
- Proven experience in project management and leading cross-functional teams.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a hands-on approach to technical challenges.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse teams, including sales.
- Professional engineering certification (e.g., Chartered Engineer) is preferred but not mandatory.
Salary Completely Negotiable depending on experience + Flexible Working + 25 days Holiday + Bank Holidays + Other Benefits.