Controls Engineer PLC

Our Vision Together with our partners, we are driven to be the most respected, innovative & sustainable GSE manufacturer in the world. Company Overview Originally established as a Civil Engineering Firm by Terry Mallaghan in the 1960s, an ongoing dedication to excellence and innovation has seen Mallaghan evolve into a leading global manufacturer of GSE. Combining technical expertise with a deep understanding of customer requirements, Mallaghan designs and manufactures a comprehensive range of specialist products, including hi-lifts, aircraft maintenance lifts, stairs, and deicers, tailored to the needs of our international partners. Headquartered in Dungannon, Northern Ireland, and with a manufacturing facility in Newnan, Georgia; Mallaghan employs a team of more than 400 people. With Ronan and Niall Mallaghan at the helm of the business, Mallaghan is committed to continued investment within the industry to ensure a range of innovative, sustainable GSE for airlines, airport and handling agents right across the world. Overview and Purpose of Role As a PLC / Controls Engineer you will Lead in the full software development lifecycle, providing mentoring and technical direction to identify technical solutions to realize design. Job Description Main Duties and Responsibilities: Design, develop, program and test and improve software solutions. Develop PLC software control systems Create technical documentation including work instructions, parts list, list of critical parts and maintenance components. Provide mentoring and technical direction to development, helping to identify technical solutions to realize design. Develop solutions to meet customer requirements, researching and testing manufacturing and assembly methods and materials. Working on R&D projects to expand the current product range and bring new products to the market. Assures product quality by designing electrical testing methods; testing finished products and system capabilities. Provides engineering information by answering questions and requests. Maintains product and company reputation by complying with regulations. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Any other duties as required by the Line Manager to suit business needs. Adherence to our ISO 9001 Quality management system. Adherence to company health and safety procedures. Maintain a clean and tidy works area Role Requirements: Must have an HND or equivalent in electronic/electrical engineering or relevant working engineering experience. A minimum 5 years postgraduate work experience in a similar design software role Experience in software programming with Danfoss, Codesys and Siemens Ability to read and create detailed electrical drawings Detailed knowledge of current regulations and electrical design standards Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills Ability to work well independently and in a team. Must have good technical drawing skills. Must have experience of drafting to electrical standards. In return we offer: Competitive rate of pay Health Cash Plan Pension Life Assurance Discounted High Street, Gym Membership and Insurance Long Service Awards Social Events Cycle to Work and Tech Scheme On-site Parking Early finish on Fridays! Mallaghan Engineering is an equal opportunities employer. Skills: Plc Programming Electrical Electrical Engineering Electronics