Your new company
Join a dynamic and innovative company based in Northern Ireland, recognised for its excellence and continuous development in the engineering sector. Recently ranked number 18 in the Ulster Business Top 100 NI companies and awarded Northwest Large Business of the Year and Educational Partnership Award 2023, this company is at the forefront of engineering advancements. With a global presence, each office and factory operates as a close-knit community, making it an exciting time to be part of the expanding manufacturing sector.
Your new role
As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer, you will play a crucial role in supporting NPPD projects for mobile crushing, screening, and conveying. Your responsibilities will include:
1. Creating accurate electrical schematics, bills of materials, and technical documentation.
2. Assisting in developing concepts and proposals, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet all key objectives.
3. Providing technical support for both existing products and new product development.
4. Managing the introduction of new technology to ensure robust, repeatable, and stable test periods.
5. Supporting product cost reduction and reliability improvement efforts.
6. Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
7. Occasionally performing equipment commissioning, installation, and testing both in-company and onsite.
What you'll need to succeed
To succeed in this role, you will need:
1. A degree in Electrical Engineering or a related Science discipline, or equivalent qualifications.
2. Technical expertise in designing 3 phase AC and 12/24V DC voltage control systems.
3. Familiarity with electrical automation of hydraulic systems.
4. A minimum of 5 years of experience in the heavy equipment industry.
5. Comprehensive knowledge of 3 phase AC electrical design, including Variable Frequency Drives and Soft Starts.
6. Experience with required standards such as EN60204, UL508A/NEC/NFPA79.
7. Experience in designing 12/24Vdc control systems, including CAN bus and Modbus networks.
8. Proficiency in electrical control panel design, troubleshooting machine malfunctions, and developing PLC software (ideally in CoDeSys).
9. Knowledge of hydraulic systems is a bonus.
10. Strong project management and analytical skills, and excellent presentation and interpersonal abilities.
11. Willingness to travel as required.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive an excellent total compensation package, including:
1. A competitive salary.
2. A sales incentive plan.
3. Free Westfield health care for you and your dependents.
4. A contributory pension scheme.
5. Life assurance cover.
6. Access to the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
7. Global learning and development programs offering accredited and specialist training.
8. Perks @ Work, which offers a wide range of discounts and offers on restaurants, cafes, hotels, gyms, retailers, and day excursions.
This role offers the opportunity to be part of a supportive and innovative environment, contributing to the company's future electrical and automation strategy and roadmap, and developing internal standards and best practices. After an initial six-month period based on-site, you may have the opportunity to work remotely one day per week. The company values diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community, offering a collaborative and inclusive workplace where your passion and personality are recognised and valued.
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