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Applications Engineer

South Normanton
3 weeks ago
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APPLICATIONS ENGINEER

Transvac is a world leader in providing innovative, custom-designed Ejector systems for the process industries. With 50+ years of experience and thousands of Ejectors supplied, we have built a strong reputation backed by a comprehensive list of worldwide references across various industries, including energy, oil & gas, water, chemicals, food, and pharmaceuticals.

As both a designer and manufacturer, Transvac maintains full control over the design, raw material procurement, manufacturing, scheduling, and testing processes.

We are currently seeking an APPLICATIONS ENGINEER to join our busy Head Office in Alfreton, Derbyshire.

Responsibilities

You will become an integral part of a friendly and collaborative team of like-minded people, assisting the Sales Department in the preparation of our bids and then contractual requirements for Flare Gas Recovery systems (and other packages) for our international Oil and Gas clients. You will assist with the development of Packaged Ejectors Systems for our clients.

Required Steps:

  1. Define Project Scope and Objectives – Work alongside our Sales and Process team to establish clear goals and design requirements for a particular project.

  2. Gather Basic Design Data – We need basic design data, process, and performance parameters. This maybe from review of client documentation or meetings with the client, be that face to face or via MS Teams, or handed over from our Sales team.

  3. Process flow diagrams (PFDs) – Flowcharts that describe the major processes and equipment, etc. These can be produced by you or, can be produced by our CAD team, under your guidance and with the assistance of the Sales and Process Teams.

  4. Develop the Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) – Identify control systems, valves, and piping configurations. This will be a collaborative effort between the Process Team, Sales Team and you. Following this, prepare an equipment list.

  5. Material & Energy Balances – Input-output relationships/efficiency of the process. This is the responsibly of the Process team, however, the ability to understand these will be a benefit.

  6. Design Equipment Specifications – Define mechanical and operational details for the major equipment. This is a major part of this role. The ability to extract the correct requirements for a particular piece of equipment, prepare an enquiry to our suppliers, then scrutinize their quotations to ensure compliance with the project standards is very important.

  7. Provide feedback to various departments — Include standards that must be met, operational best practices (e.g. Provide the Design team with any equipment installation requirements to include in the layout) and be proactive in taking any ‘lessons learned’ forward to new projects.

  8. Prepare Documentation & Review – Assemble the pack of completed information to hand over to the Project Managers when the project moves from a bid to a contract.

    Objective:

    To provide essential design and technical data for engineering, construction, and operations to enable Transvac to continue to provide efficient, safe, and cost-effective packaged designs and timely project execution.

    Other Responsibilities:

    Assisting other Transvac Product areas as needed.

    Collaborate with other departments to help produce Product Data Sheets (Transvac Products)

    Cost estimation (In-house and sub-suppliers quotations)

    Technical / Quality Queries from clients (pre and post quotation)

    Potentially attend bid clarification and offsite meetings with clients in a supporting role.

    Working with other Transvac Departments across the business

    Speaking directly to clients via telephone, skype or video conferencing.

    Provide general technical / process assistance to the Sales team.

    Identify / recommend / develop improvements and assist with ‘standardisation’ of the Transvac packaged equipment (assisted by other Departments) and to work with other Sales Team members to streamline the Technical Sales Procedures.

    Education & Experience Requirements

    Degree in Chemical, Process, or Mechanical Engineering (BEng or MEng).

    Previous involvement in supporting packaged systems design.

    Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

    At least three years of relevant industry experience.

    Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.

    Proven ability to prioritize and execute tasks efficiently in high-pressure situations.

    Commercial awareness and business acumen.

    Right to Work in the UK

    What We Offer

    At Transvac, we provide our employees with exciting work opportunities in a positive and professional environment. Our competitive remuneration packages and commitment to employee development include:

    Competitive salary within a professional and supportive environment.

    Comprehensive product training and full internal support.

    Flexible working arrangements.

    Hybrid working options.

    Generous holiday entitlement.

    Sick pay scheme.

    Performance-based bonus scheme.

    Long service recognition scheme.

    Pension scheme.

    Healthcare scheme.

    Annual inflationary salary review.

    How to Apply

    This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing company that offers a secure and progressive career path.

    Transvac is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to promoting fairness, equality, and diversity

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