Application Engineer

At Schindler Ltd (UK), our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion people every day through buildings, airports, railway stations, and other transportation hubs around the world. As part of the Schindler team, you'll discover meaningful work that enhances the quality of life for communities and helps make places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. We combine innovation, safety, and high ethical standards, fostering a culture of respect for one another and for the world around us. By joining us, you become part of a global success story while contributing to local communities and shaping the future of urban mobility. Together, we continue a proud legacy of excellence and innovation that began in 1874.

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Unlock your Engineering Potential: Application Engineer Wanted Join Our Dynamic Team in Addlestone! Are you ready to elevate your career in a role that blends innovation, challenge, and opportunity?We’re seeking a talented Application Engineer to join our thriving Addlestone office! Step into a key position where your technical expertise and problem-solving skills will drive world-class engineering solutions for Schindler Group projects. This is a full time, permanent role.

Designing and engineering both standard and bespoke lift solutions to meet customer, project and technical requirements

Producing engineering calculations, design specifications and technical documentation to support solution development

Creating and reviewing layout drawings and design information using CAD and AutoCAD software

Managing application engineering activities in line with relevant industry standards, regulations and Schindler guidelines

Collaborating with internal stakeholders to deliver high-quality engineering solutions within agreed timescales and budgets

Providing technical support and guidance to colleagues, customers and project teams throughout the project lifecycle

Configuring lift systems and generating accurate bills of materials to support manufacturing, procurement and installation activities

Reviewing technical requirements and identifying potential risks, issues or design gaps before project release

Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance engineering quality, efficiency and customer satisfaction

Supporting the delivery of right-first-time engineering solutions that achieve quality and performance objectives

Essential

Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent engineering discipline

Experience in engineering design, technical calculations and problem-solving within a technical engineering environment

Proficiency in CAD software, including AutoCAD

Strong understanding of engineering principles, technical drawings and design documentation

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

A customer-focused approach with the ability to deliver solutions in a fast-paced environment

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Desirable

Experience within the lift, escalator, building services, construction, manufacturing or related engineering sectors

Experience using 3D CAD and modelling software

Knowledge of SAP or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems

Familiarity with lift design and configuration tools

Understanding of lift products, systems and industry standards

Competitive salary with a discretionary annual bonus

Company car or allowance (for eligible roles)

25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, and an annual paid volunteering day

Pension scheme with 6% company contribution

Comprehensive life assurance

Enhanced family leave

Private medical cover with a trusted provider, plus 24/7 virtual GP access

Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support

Free eye tests and eyewear discounts

Access to a range of employee benefits, including Tech and Cycle to Work schemes, plus exclusive retailer discounts

Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills and perspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow. Are you ready to embark on a new journey? Join #TeamSchindler! Discover more on our career website.

At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practise equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavour that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, colour, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health or disability.

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