Job Description

Design - Applications Engineer



BACKGROUND TO THE COMPANY

Avtron is the global leader is power test equipment and specialises in the manufacture of Dynamometers and Load Banks. We are experienced in working with, and satisfying, multi-national organisations, utilities, and government departments, as well as specialist companies involved in mission critical, OEM, service, plant hire and power generation. Customer service always takes top priority. We are always available to talk to our customers, sharing our experience on all aspects of testing and test equipment, both before delivery and at any time in the years to follow. There are no limits, and no detail is too small to warrant our interest and help. Our own purpose-built factory is well equipped with modern computer-aided design and manufacturing facilities. We are enthusiastic, highly skilled and have in place the necessary management and ISO9001 quality systems to ensure that we meet our customers' needs, right first time, on time, every time.



Main Purpose of Job & Key Responsibilities

The Application Engineer is responsible for configuring, supporting, and maintaining technical product data to ensure accurate build specifications, optimal product performance, and smooth sales-to-production transitions. This role acts as a technical bridge between Engineering, Sales, and Manufacturing, offering product support, configuration expertise, and engineering insight across new and existing product ranges.



Create, maintain, and update Master Bills of Materials (BOMs) and manufacturing routes to reflect product structure and build accuracy. Manage and maintain configurator options and product selection rules in alignment with engineering standards and commercial needs. Provide technical support, product selection advice, and application-based recommendations to the Sales team and end customers. Review handover and customer documentation to confirm correct configurations and propose optimal technical solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Sales, Production, Procurement, and Quality to ensure product readiness and accuracy. Contribute technical expertise to engineering change requests (ECRs) and new product development (NPD) initiatives. Identify and initiate ordering of long lead-time components to align with project schedules and production planning. Develop and maintain HMI (Human Machine Interface) programs to support product functionality and user interaction. Perform product and component sizing and contribute to the design of elements to meet application requirements. Generate and maintain technical documentation, including installation guides, datasheets, and configuration manuals, to support both internal use and field applications. Support or lead efforts to evaluate machine performance, including aspects such as noise, speed, or efficiency, to verify design intent. Provide technical fault-finding and diagnostics support as needed, either on-site or remotely.

Qualifications

Degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering. Proficiency with CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and configuration tools. Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar). PLC or HMI knowledge (preferred but not essential)

Proven Skills

A strong personality with energy, drive, adaptability, problem solving and decision-making capability. Ideally, having worked with similar electrical products and can bring an aligned and best practise experience to allow the continued growth of the engineering team / business. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, comfortable presenting to and engaging with key working parties both internally and externally.

Personal Qualities

Detail-oriented with strong analytical and organisational skills. Proactive and confident in working across departments. Strong communicator, able to explain technical concepts clearly. Customer-focused mindset with problem-solving ability. Comfortable working on multiple projects simultaneously

General Statement

The duties listed are not set forth for the purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a position title or those to be assigned and performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.