Kawasaki Engine Division is a market leading supplier of top-of-the-line commercial and residential lawn mower engines (from walk behinds to commercial out-front riders) and for other garden and general industrial equipment.
 
As engine and drivetrain technologies continue to advance, installations are becoming more complex and our OEM customers require expert technical support for OEM product development projects. 

To aid further expansion in Europe, we are offering a rare and exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer to work with OEMs on new products by providing technical support for engine installation in new product development projects and applications across the EMEA trading area.

Main purpose of Job:

• This position seeks, creates and supports OEM/Distributor product development projects in all aspects of the correct installation of an appropriate Kawasaki engine for the OEM application.
• It further ensures the current and future compliance of Kawasaki engine ranges to required legislation in the trading area. 

Main Tasks:

• Communication with OEMs on initial and future product development project requirements
• Working closely with OEM R&D Engineers throughout the machine development process to ensure the correct fitment of Kawasaki engines to their products and to enable it to gain final OEM and Kawasaki approval
• Manage development and test schedules to OEM requirements
• Take commercial responsibility for customer accounts as agreed with Head of Sales

Experience required;

• Mechanical or Agricultural Engineering Degree (or similar) with several years practical experience in preferably horticultural or agricultural machinery industry
• Experience and knowledge of Turfcare OEM standards and working practices
• Commercial / Sales experience in Business-to-business market

Other information;

• This position reports directly to the Head of Sales and is responsible for engine installation and pre-sales issues projects with OEMs
• Within the daily operation this position has the freedom to plan and organise the activities as seen fit to perform the duties involved in the job, keeping the Sales Manager informed of any significant developments.
• Candidates should live within commuting distance from the Bourne End (Bucks) office.
• Kawasaki operate a hybrid working environment policy (mixed days at office/work at home)

Applications; 

Interested applicants should send their CV and a covering letter to Lee Skinner, Head of Sales LSkinner@Kawasaki.eu

Closing date; Monday 4th April