Niftylift Ltd
Location: On site / Milton Keynes MK5 6GF, UK
job type: Fixed term / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Engineering | Design
Salary: Competitive salary
1 Overview
The Undergraduate Control Systems Engineer works closely with the other Engineers to assist in developing hardware and software solutions for Niftylift’s Mobile Elevating Work Platforms.
2 Relationships
Responsible to: Principal Control Systems Engineer
Liaison with: Design Engineers, Development Engineers, Development Technicians
* Assist in designing and developing aspects of control systems to meet specified requirements.
* Grow and expand knowledge to develop code following the software development process.
* Create electrical component drawings in 2D and 3D CAD.
* Support the commissioning of products, from initial debug to functionality verification.
* Assist in performing control system tests that verify specific component or sub-system requirements.
* Support continuous improvement by being involved in the research and updating of design processes.
* Interface with other areas of the Engineering function to gain an understanding of how the control systems integrates into the wider product.
* Be able to work on projects ranging from research to hands‑on machine debugging.
* Manage project work and be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role and the organisation’s overall business objectives, this may include the training and mentoring of colleagues.
4 Qualifications & experience
* A strong academic background.
* Be enrolled on a degree in a relevant field.
* Exposure to software development for electro‑mechanical systems.
* Experience in using 2D and 3D CAD tools.
* Interest in PLC logic, programming and test (preferably using CODESYS)
* An appreciation of how the control system integrates with mechanical and hydraulic systems.
* Experience in software development using C, C#, C++, Python advantageous.
* Experience in PCB Design advantageous.
5 Qualifications & experience
Required
* Working towards a degree in an Engineering field.
* Engineering coding experience in industry
6 Characteristics
* Methodical and systematic approach
* Able to work as part of a team or individually
* Good attention to detail
* Strong problem‑solving ability
* Desire to learn
* Ability to consistently produce a high quality of work
Benefits
* Annual bonus (for indication only) based on recent average £500 per annum
* 25 days holiday (increases with service, up to 30 days), plus bank holidays
* Subsidised refreshments (lunch and drink options).
* Free quarterly company lunches
* Health cover scheme for dental, optical etc. (Kids membership included for free)
* Life insurance scheme
* Workwear (including safety shoes and PPE)
* On‑site changing rooms and showers
9 Closing Date
Friday 3 rd July 2026
Please note that the advert can close early if we reach a substantial number of applications.
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