Software Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer

Software Applications Engineer

Exeter

Note for Recruitment Agencies:
We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable – please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner.

An opportunity has arisen for a Software Applications Engineer to join the team at Lintott, a Galliford Try business.

• Understand and interpret the functional / control / system requirements of the project/requirement.
• Where applicable to design documents including I/O lists, FDS, SDS, test documents,.
• Programme PLCs and HMI’s (Primarily Schneider and including but not limited to Allen Bradley, Siemens, Omron and Mitsubishi) and where applicable, to configure SCADA systems (namely Wonderware, Rockwell and Siemens).
• Deliver assigned projects on-time and to cost (in accordance with Standards and contractual requirements).
• Continually demonstrate expert knowledge of computer / PLC logic and flow-charting.
• Understand low voltage electrical systems and drawings.
• Attend customer’s sites whenever required always upholding the Company’s Culture and Values.
• Where necessary, to review and repair legacy code.
• Conduct system analysis and development, sometimes with limited support from other personnel and to keep systems current with changing technologies and methodologies.
• Test and proof programs to ensure that functionality, logic and syntax is correct / in accordance with the FDS and Test Plan.
• Document code consistently and in all software so that it can be fully understood by other individuals (internally and externally) and that it fully complies with Standards / expectations / best practice.

• Excellent IT skills – including, but not limited to, Word Processing, Spreadsheets and Databases.
• Knowledge of SCADA systems & logic auto-generation (from templates).
• Knowledge of electrical systems.
• Previous professional experience writing PLC code (Schneider, Allen Bradley, Siemens, Omron and Mitsubishi) within a customer-based or customer focused environment.
• Solid report writing skills, including FDS & Test Plans.
• Commercial awareness.
• Health & Safety awareness.
• A good standard of secondary education (Trainee).
• HNC/HND/Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or Electrical / Electronic Engineering.

With an impressive order book of over £3.8 billion we are one of the industry’s leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment.

With an ambitious strategy, we’re poised for further growth and success, so if you’re committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you.

We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our ‘Be Well’ programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues.

We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential.

Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged.

Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team.

We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options to help support your career on top of a competitive salary.

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