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SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS ENGINEER
NORWICH
What you will be doing:
An opportunity has arisen for an Software Applications Engineer to join the team at Lintott, a Galliford Try business.
Job Description
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.
SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS ENGINEER
NORWICH
What you will be doing:
An opportunity has arisen for an Software Applications Engineer to join the team at Lintott, a Galliford Try business.
The main purpose of the role is to design, construct and test PLC, HMI and / or SCADA software and to produce associated documentation (such as Functional Design Specifications and Test Plans) that fully complies with Standards and contractual requirements.
* Understand and interpret the functional / control / system requirements of the project / requirement.
* From 1) and where applicable, to design documents including I/O lists, FDS, SDS, test documents, etc.
* From 2) to programme PLCs and HMI’s (including but not limited to Allen Bradley, Siemens and Mitsubishi) and where applicable, to configure SCADA systems (namely Wonderware, Rockwell and Siemens). Note: Training will be given where necessary.
* 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.
* Possess strong and effective inter-personal and communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of clients and personnel.
* When necessary, to undertake specific scalability and portability analysis.
* Help with the development and harmonisation of the Company’s processes and Knowledge-based systems.
About You:
* Excellent IT skills – including, but not limited to, Word Processing, Spreadsheets and Databases.
* Knowledge of SCADA systems and logic auto-generation (from templates).
* Mechanical skills and understanding.
* Knowledge of electrical systems.
* Previous professional experience writing PLC code within a customer-based or customer focused environment.
* Solid report writing skills, including FDS and Test Plans.
* Commercial awareness.
* Health and Safety awareness.
* Experience within Industry - especially Automotive, Food and Beverage and / or Water and Waste industries.
What We Can Offer in Return:
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.
Our benefits:
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.
* Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays
* A wide range of corporate discounts
* Cycle to Work schemes
* Comprehensive pension plan
* Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme
* Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it
* Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role
About us:
Our purpose is to improve people’s lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work.
We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value.
For more information on this role or to enquire about other positions available within our business please contact jade.adamson@gallifordtry.co.uk
Additional Information:
Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full-time, reduced hours or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process.
We encourage, and would be grateful if, you could confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you.
Don’t meet every requirement of the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Galliford Try, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
As a Disability Confident employer, we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a long-term health condition or disability that meet the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact the Resourcing Partner listed within the job advert if you believe this applies to you. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview.”
A full job description for this role is available upon request.
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