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Composites Engineer

Colchester
1 week ago
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Composites Engineer

£45,000 - £55,000 + Progression + Excellent Company Benefits

Colchester (Commutable from: Clacton on Sea, Chelmsford, Manningtree, Braintree, Halstead, Sudbury, Ipswich, Frinton on Sea, West Mersea, Witham)

Are you from a composites background looking to join a globally renowned business where you will become the go to technical expert and a vital role in the long-term success of the company?

On offer is a fantastic opportunity to progress your career within an engineering pioneer who provide specialist training in order to become the go to technical expert on their cutting-edge range of products.

This rapidly growing company are industry leaders that provide their bespoke products to their blue-chip clients globally. Due to continued year on year growth, the company are now looking for someone to join their specialist team to take the company to the next level.

In this highly varied, Monday to Friday role, you will have a direct impact on company performance, where full product training will be provided for a successful candidate.

This role would suit anyone from a composites background who is looking to take the next step in their career within an industry leading company that provide in depth training and the opportunity to become the go to technical expert.

The Role:

Monday to Friday days based
Maintain business relations
Industry leading trainingThe Candidate:

Experience within composites industry
Wants to become technical expert and progress their career further
Relevant degree is advantageous
Commutable to ColchesterReference Number: (phone number removed)

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Jake Steele at Rise Technical Recruitment

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles

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