About this role
Company description
Location: Addlestone, England, United Kingdom
Job ID: 91651
We Elevate... You
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.
Join us as a
Application Engineer
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.
Job description:
- Lead application engineering processes, ensuring full compliance with industry standards and Schindler Group guidelines
- Coordinate resources to achieve financial, quality, and efficiency targets—delivering solutions with first pass yield and on-time delivery.
- Champion customer-centric support, keeping stakeholders informed and empowered with knowledge of our products and tools
- Design and engineer both custom and pre-engineered lift solutions, from initial concept through to delivery
- Produce detailed process calculations, design specifications, and layout drawings to the highest standards
- Perform final configuration, generate bills of materials, and prevent costly gaps in the process
Profile description:
- Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering
- Proven experience in engineering design and technical calculations
- Hands-on with CAD (ideally 3D) and AutoCAD
- Proficiency in SAP, Microsoft Office, and Schindler’s design tools: Drive, Rail, Car Weight Calculation, LBLC, LiftDesigner, CREO Parametrics/Simulate, PNC, MODB, and Lotus Notes
- Customer-focused, results-driven, and a strong communicator
We offer:
- 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
