Associate Solutions Engineer

Farnborough
3 months ago
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Associate Solutions Engineer
Farnborough
Up to £45,000 + 25 Days Holiday + Enhanced Pension + Medical and Dental Care + Free Gym + Charity Days + Training and Certifications

Excellent opportunity for someone early in their technical career to take the next step into a customer facing role, develop real hands on engineering experience, and work towards industry recognised certifications with a clear progression path into a full Solutions Engineer position.

This company are a leading provider of wireless connectivity, IoT solutions and professional services. With strong year on year growth, they support customers across the UK with the rollout of advanced networking technologies. As part of their Technical Operations team, you will work alongside experienced Solutions Engineers and gain exposure to a wide range of modern wireless, networking and connectivity solutions.

In this role you will support pre sales activities, assist with the preparation of technical documentation and proposals, and help senior engineers design and deliver customer solutions. You will pre stage and configure equipment in the lab, contribute to solution testing, and support service desk escalations where appropriate. You will also shadow senior engineers on customer sites and remote projects, building the experience needed to progress into a Solutions Engineer role.

The ideal candidate will have some hands on experience in a technical role, home lab, apprenticeship, or similar environment and be looking to move into a more customer facing engineering career. You will have a demonstrable interest in networking, wireless technologies or connectivity, with a willingness to learn and progress. Any exposure to networking fundamentals, vendor equipment or wireless tools would be an advantage.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected and well supported engineering team, gain access to structured development and certifications, and build a long term career within a rapidly growing business.

The Role:
*Support senior engineers with pre sales documentation and solution preparation
*Assist with the design and delivery of customer connectivity solutions
*Configure and pre stage equipment in the lab under guidance
*Contribute to testing, research and onboarding of new technologies

The Person:
*Early in your technical career with some hands on experience
*Strong interest in networking, wireless technologies or connectivity
*Good communication skills and a willingness to learn
*Exposure to networking fundamentals or vendor equipment is desirable

Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)C

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click Apply Now or contact Tommy Williams at Rise Technical Recruitment.

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

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will depend on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates

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