Application Engineer (PLCs) in Stockport

Job Description Application Engineer – APS/MES Simsol is a reseller of engineering software and has been around since 1997, helping customers with their manufacturing and engineering challenges. We specialise in re-selling niche software and consulting services to a vast group of different customers including automotive, aerospace & defence, food & beverage and ‘nuts & bolts’ type companies. Our team is mostly remote, and the expectation is that this role will also be remote. We are on the lookout for a motivated and problem-solving orientated individual who wants to progress their career in the Planning, Scheduling (APS) & Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) industry. This role is a mixture of customer facing and hands on configuring, programming (where needed) and implementing these systems. A degree in electrical engineering, mechatronics engineering or computer science. 3 – 5 years’ experience within Planning, Scheduling or Manufacturing Execution Systems. ~ Text based programming, PLC programming or low code programming knowledge. ~ Technical demonstrations of the software to customers. Technically scope project work for customers. Develop and deliver APS & MES implementations. Training and on-boarding customers. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK as visa sponsorship cannot be provided. 20 days holiday. ~ Remote working. ~ Company Pension. ~ Yearly salary review. ~ Flexible start and finish time. This is a remote role however there will be an expectation that the individual travels to our Manchester office from time to time.