Design & Procurement Engineer

Sandwich

Job Type: Full-Time

£45,000 - £60,000 DOE

Are you an exceptional Engineer looking for the next opportunity to make your mark? We have a dream job for you as a Design & Procurement Engineer.

Join a cutting-edge sustainable food production company and be instrumental in driving the evolution of the great British farming tradition.

Generous Benefits:

• Competitive annual salary based on experience.
• Annual bonus based on company, team, and personal performance.
• Employee incentive scheme.
• 25 days holiday.
• Private medical insurance with Vitality.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• Pension plan.
• Employee benefits program with Bravo Benefits.
• Cycle2Work Scheme.
• Life Insurance.
• Critical Illness Insurance.
• Income Protection Insurance.

Responsibilities:

• Report to the Engineering Director and collaborate closely with them on a daily basis.
• Develop a detailed knowledge of the equipment, systems, and components used in our farms.
• Work with the Operations and Engineering teams to develop specifications.
• Lead the implementation of business cost reduction strategies through sourcing, without compromising quality.
• Identify potential suppliers based on project requirements.
• Challenge existing suppliers to recommend cost-effective and reliable products that improve our competitive position.
• Perform technical and quality reviews of engineering and technical products.
• Collaborate with engineers, statutory bodies, and the Operations team to ensure a smooth rollout of farming facilities.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work within a team environment.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field with 5+ years of experience.
• Background in HVAC or automation is a plus.
• Demonstrated sound engineering judgment and professional rigor in performing analyses.
• Proficiency in MS Office, with familiarity in Autocad/Revit as a plus.
• Good judgment and integrity in decision-making.

Join one of the fastest-growing and most exciting businesses in the vertical farming industry.

Work with a friendly, smart, and passionate team dedicated to sustainability.

Opportunity for personal and professional growth as the business expands.

Join our team and contribute to the future of sustainable food production.

Apply now with your updated CV and cover letter.

We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing the potential fit for this exciting role.

Westin Par values diversity and promotes equality.

No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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