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Specification and Applications Engineer

Staffbase RecruitmentLeicester, Leicestershire🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 15 Oct 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge automotive component development with a leading manufacturer, while developing your technical and design skills. If you have a strong background in automotive or HGV trailer design and a knack for interpreting complex specifications, you'll thrive in this collaborative environment. Apply now to join a reputable company with excellent compensation and benefits!

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Temporary/Casual
Work mode
On Site
Location
Leicester, Leicestershire, United Kingdom
Posted
3 days ago
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Job Description

Our client is a leading manufacturer of automotive components and Staffbase have been appointed to recruit for the position of Specification and Application Engineer.
Excellent salary £45K - £55K Negotiable + benefits
The Role:
The Specification and Application Engineer will be responsible for support with basic design and technical specification support associated with the development of components for automotive applications.
Duties will include but is not limited to the following;

  • Interpret customer specifications and requirements to define design parameters, ensuring compliance with performance, safety, and regulatory standards.
  • Develop detailed product specifications by analysing functional requirements, materials, performance, cost, and operational efficiency.
  • Basic CAD design work for specification purposes.

Candidate:

You will have a good understanding of running gear, automotive and / or HGV trailer design or manufacture.
Applicants will have previous experience with one or more of the following; axles, suspension, braking systems, telematics.

Ideally you will have a mechanical engineering background with recognised mechanical engineering / design qualifications and you will have good AutoCAD design skills.

You will have excellent communication skills, with the ability to present technical information and collaborate with cross-functions teams, customers, and suppliers.
Hours of Work:
Monday to Friday 40 hours
Benefits:

Excellent basic salary £45K - £60K Negotiable
33 days annual leave
Free on site parking
Pension

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