Applications Engineer
Crewe
About James Walker
James Walker is part of the James Walker Group of Companies, who are a successful global Industrial organisation supplying high performance sealing products and solutions. With state-of-the-art material technology skills, the James Walker Strategic Business Unit (SBU) of the James Walker Group specialises in the provision of sealing solutions (elastomers, polymers, composites, engineering plastics, high nickel alloys).
Our worldwide group of companies has operations, sales and service entities across Europe, Middle East, India, Australia, New Zealand, SE Asia, South Africa and North and South America
Your Role
As an Applications Engineer you will provide specialist technical advice and guidance on the product and service capabilities of James Walker’s broad product range. You will ensure internal and external stakeholders and customers are supported effectively. You will also mentor and support the Technical Advisers in their support duties.
This role includes a ‘hands-on’ service at customer sites in the UK. There may be a requirement to travel internationally to support the EMEA Applications Engineering team.
Key Responsibilities
· Give advice on seal application and fitting.
· Identify the need for new products and materials supporting the MBU as required for projects that impact the UK market.
· Provide conceptual designs of sealing solutions for customers.
· Assist in the preparation of material specifications for new or existing products.
· Assist in the preparation of product literature.
· Give, and where necessary seek advice on manufacture capability.
· Investigate seal failures, provide reports and recommendations.
· Train, coach and mentor Advisory Technicians on JW products, attributes and application, to assist and support them in their development.
· Provide guidance such that James Walker Sales Team colleagues understand and observe all applicable Company technical and quality policies.
· Participate in cross-functional teams (including Sales, Marketing, Product Engineers, Test Engineers, Process Engineers) in delivering sealing solutions to customers’ problems.
About you
Preferred Skill & Experience
• Inventor / Vault CAD drawing skills
• Seal design / application knowledge
Essential Skill & Experience
· General CAD design experience
· Can read and create engineering drawings
· Ability to interpret and analyse engineering data
· Practical engineering skills
· Basic drawing skills
Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications
• Honours Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Incorporated Engineer IMechE (or working towards)
Essential Qualifications
• Engineering Degree, HND, HNC (or equivalent) or relevant apprenticeship
Applications Engineer in Crewe employer: James Walker Group
James Walker Cockermouth is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets collaboration. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge sealing solutions in a supportive team culture that values your contributions. Located in the picturesque town of Cockermouth, you'll enjoy a balanced lifestyle while making a meaningful impact in sectors such as oil & gas and renewables.
