Application & System Engineer

Job Description Applications & Systems EngineerLocation: NorthumberlandSalary: Negotiable DOEHours: Fulltime, Permanent, 37.5 hrs/week (Dayshift)A leading global manufacturer of innovative vehicle occupant safety products is seeking an Applications & Systems Engineer to join its UK operations team. The organisation is recognised worldwide for engineering excellence and provides safety-critical systems to major automotive clients.This multidisciplined role is based at the companys Morpeth manufacturing facility, with occasional overseas travel to support customer projects, product validation, and supplier engagement.The RoleThe Applications & Systems Engineer will act as the primary technical interface between customers, internal departments, and global engineering teams. The postholder will play a vital role in developing, validating, and supporting the delivery of advanced safety restraint systems and associated components.The successful candidate will work crossfunctionally to provide costeffective engineered solutions while supporting product development, quality systems, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives across the site.Key ResponsibilitiesProduct Engineering & DevelopmentDevelop and release safety restraint systems and related products to meet technical, cost, and timing requirements.Provide customers with innovative, valueadding engineering solutions.Support full product validation in collaboration with internal engineering teams, test facilities, and external partners.Quality & Process ManagementCoordinate internal and external audits (ISO9001, ISO14001, VDA 6.3 preferred).Oversee calibration, goods receiving processes, customer concerns (8D, PCA), MSA, SPC, and PokeYoke activities.Manage Supplier and Customer PPAP, APQP documentation, and Conformity of Production requirements.Maintain site accreditations, certifications, and compliance documentation.Operational & Cross-Functional SupportSupport manufacturing and maintenance teams, including deputising where necessary.Deliver KPIs, performance reporting, and technical documentation.Assist with supplier identification, materials sourcing, and customer visits/technical presentations.Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and robust errorproofing across systems and processes.Customer & Commercial EngagementBuild and maintain strong technical relationships with customers.Attend UK and international customer visits as required.Represent the company at trade shows and industry events.Health & SafetyManage and improve the site Health & Safety Management System, including audits, inspections, and risk assessments.Ensure all statutory and regulatory requirements relevant to safetycritical products are met.Qualifications & ExperienceEssentialDegree in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering preferred).15 years experience in a fastpaced manufacturing or engineering environment.Strong proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks or equivalent) and 3D printing.Experience with safetycritical products, APQP, NPI, ISO9001/14001 systems.Practical handson engineering capability.Excellent communication, problemsolving, and multitasking skills.Technical SkillsProficient in:SolidWorks or equivalent CADMS Word, PowerPoint, ExcelERP systems (Oracle advantageous)Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma tools is beneficial.BenefitsFree on-site parkingCompany pension schemeEmployee eventsSupportive, innovative engineering environment

Created: 2026-03-20