Technical Engineer

Gripple is now looking to recruit a technical engineer to join our large in-house technical services team, which performs a crucial function within the overall UK sales team. This is a great opportunity for an individual who is reliable and dedicated to developing both their personal and professional skills, while helping to further our specification-led sales strategy. Established in 1989, we are the original innovators and manufacturers of wire joining and tensioning devices, as well as anchoring, bracing, and suspension systems that have changed the game for many industries. We are no ordinary business. We do almost everything differently. 100% owned by our employees, we are also committed to changing the game by making a positive impact in our communities around the world. We're a force for good, as certified by B Corp. The role Based at our Norfolk Bridge Works in Sheffield, day to day duties will include the following: Producing drawings, designs and project proposals:

• Customer arrangement drawings using 2D CAD
• Installation designs for UK construction projects
• Specifying Gripple products
• Basic design calculations
• Preparing technical proposals for UK construction projects
• Production drawings for 'special' product
Report writing:
• Pull test report writing based on on-site testing
• Site visit reports
• Installation design reports
Dealing with technical enquiries:
• Telephone based technical enquiries
• Advising customers on the application of Gripple products
• Working on own initiative to support the sales effort
• Become an expert on Gripple product applications
• Support colleagues within external sales department
• Being willing to learn and take on new challenges
Working hours Mon - Fri 8.30am - 5.00pm (with flexibility within office hours of 7.00am-7.00pm Monday-Friday)., Whilst not mandatory, your completion of the applicant ethnic monitoring form will help us monitor and encourage equality and diversity. The information you provide will be anonymous and kept both confidential and separate to your application.

The successful applicant should have the ambition to become an expert in Gripple products and applications and have the desire to learn new skills within an ambitious team. To be considered for this exciting position, you must hold a further education STEM qualification: degree level, ONC, HNC, HND, A level qualification or equivalent will be considered. In addition, you must:
• have the confidence to liaise with customers regarding installation projects
• possess excellent written English and overall communication skills
• have experience in the use of 2D CAD
• be able to demonstrate a methodical and focused approach
• be attentive to detail and able to work with a high level of accuracy
• be numerate and able to carry out basic design calculations
• be computer literate, with working knowledge of Microsoft packages
• have the ability to work under pressure and remain focused at all times
• have a full UK driver's licence, as some travel will be required
Experience in the construction industry, producing/working with technical drawings and in BIM/Revit, Bluebeam and other technical programmes would be an advantage, however in-depth training will be provided.

Internal note: This vacancy qualifies for the Gripple Ltd Employee Referral Scheme. Referrals should be made via the following link: https://www.gripple.com/referral-form/. Full details on the scheme can be found on PACS under Documents.

We recognise every individual as a unique person with their own special contribution to make. We work hard to make sure our people are happy and healthy, with a good work/life balance, and generously rewarded for their time, energy, and commitment. We therefore offer:
• competitive salary
• ·non-contributory 15% pension scheme
• share ownership scheme
• excellent initial and ongoing training and support
• generous holiday entitlement (32 days, increasing with long service)
• life assurance
• private individual health care
• permanent health insurance scheme
• Paycare health plan
• enhanced family policy
• gym membership
• free on-site parking
Why choose Gripple? As an employee-owned company, our people are front and centre. You can therefore expect to see:
• Commitment to core values and behaviours, AKA the 'Gripple Spirit'
• Work-life balance
• Career development
• Exceptional benefits
• Unique working environment
• Commitment to net zero in 2030