Application Engineer

Job Purpose:

The company provides switching and protection solutions for electrical distribution systems and is at the cutting edge of Medium Voltage switchgear design and innovation, specializing in both ground and pole mounted switchgear. Contact with other departments in Lucy’s Global network - QA, Sales, Production, Logistics, UK Engineering.

To work within the Engineering Design Department in Thailand to support the changing customer & product base within the region. Provide Technical Support to Sales & Marketing during tender stage and execution stage. Provide Technical Support to Contracts, Production and QA during order execution stage. Assist in the Engineering Design Solutions required for the regional organization. Develop new application to meeting customer requirement

Job Dimensions:

• This role will be based in Rayong. Travel could be required within Thailand and overseas when necessary.
• The role will contribute to Engineering Business Partnering.
• The role will report directly to the contract Engneering Manager.

Key Accountabilities:

• To work closely with the Technical, Production & Sales Managers.
• Contribute to the local implementation and any necessary engineering work of Lucy switchgear products in Thailand.
• Interpreting customer requirements and specifications. Undertake design of all types of customer variations on existing products produced at the Thailand factory.
• Preparation of detailed drawings using 3D CAD & product data management systems. Plus produce 2D electrical schematic drawings.
• Liaison with Customers and Sales, Contracts, Production and Operations staff to deliver customer requirements within time scales, budgets and operational constraints
• Maintain a Technical Library and keep informed and up to date of competitor’s technical solutions.
• Support Contracts Department during customer inspections.
• Work to ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Act as project leader for develop new application .
• Provide specification, drawing, build prototype, test instruction, operation manual for new application .

Secondary activities / tasks:

• To undertake any other duties and responsibilities as required / instructed in order to maintain and / or improve the efficiency, quality and service provided by the Contract Design Office
• Ensure all activities are in compliance with the standards and the region laws that govern Lucy’s scope of work.
• Health & Safety - adherence to all Company Health & Safety Policies, Procedures and Safe Working Practices.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures and maintain confidentiality of information relating to the company’s business and staff.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills:

Minimum Knowledge and Experience

• LET is looking for an individual who can Develop and grow into the role in a pressure & developing environment.
• The ideal candidate will have knowledge of electrical switchgear up to 24/36 kV. But if not, a good sound background in electrical and mechanical engineering is required.
• Exposure to commercial aspects of contract engineering.
• Proficient in NX/Team Centre 3D CAD system but training would be given to successful candidate.
• Technology strong in electro-mechanical design engineering concepts.
• Prior hands on experience in application / product / system design using software tools.
• Must have some experience of managing engineering data and control of CAD systems
• Methodical approach to problem solving.
• Proactive approach.
• Ability to adapt to a multi-cultural environment. Good interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Multi department coordination
• PC Literate in MS Office

• Must be fluent in English

  Qualifications

• Required Electrical (or Mechanical) Thailand Engineering Degree.
• At least 3 to 5 years of experience in in an engineering design function in an electro-mechanical industry
• Proficient with at least one of the well-known CAD systems both 3D modelling and 2D drawing creation.
• Some experience of an engineering base data management system.

Responsibilities:

1) Process Design Engineering: Carry out a range of activities under the guidance of more senior colleagues to support the analysis of information and the specification of the methods and process steps, as well as the plant, machinery, and equipment, required to design and continuously improve manufacturing or materials processes and process systems.

2) Engineering Solutions Design: Contribute to the development of, and implement feasibility testing of, proposed engineering solutions to provide feedback and data to validate the design.

3) Engineering Standards Specification: Carry out a range of activities under the guidance of more senior colleagues to support the drafting of engineering standards and specifications and the evaluation of the effectiveness of those standards.

4) Engineering Inspections: Carry out inspections under the supervision of senior colleagues to evaluate the quality of engineering works and/or the integrity of existing installations or structures, and make recommendations to senior colleagues on the remedial works needed to ensure conformance with specifications and regulatory requirements.

5) Contract Management: Deliver required outcomes by coordinating activities of subcontractors and suppliers and acting as a primary point of contact for them while working within an established contract management plan.

6) Improvement/Innovation: Identify shortcomings in existing processes, systems, and procedures, and use established change management programs to address them.

7) Knowledge Management System: Help others get the most out of knowledge management systems by offering support and advice.

8) Product and Solution Development: Carry out a range of product development and engineering activities. Use established systems to analyze customer needs and define and deliver products.

9) Project Management: Work within an established project management plan to achieve specific goals.

10) Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.

EducationalRequirements: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Level

GeneralExperienceRequirement : Experienced practitioner able to work unsupervised (13 months to 3 years)

ManagerialExperienceRequirement : Very limited (0 to 3 months)