Control Systems Engineer - Milton Keynes
Thursday 4 May 2023
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About Niftylift
Founded in 1985 by Roger Bowden, Niftylift has grown to be one of the world's leading manufacturers of mobile elevated work platforms, with over 500 employees in the UK and USA.
Our Culture
Our culture is one of openness, participation, accountability, flexibility and teamwork. We believe people to be our prime asset and highly value and rely on employee involvement to achieve our goals. We operate as a single-status organisation and all employees are treated fairly and equally, whatever their role within the organisation.
Staff Benefits
Our staff welfare program includes benefits such as staff healthcare, staff discounts, subsidised food, death in service, a cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking, a dedicated on-site staff induction and training centre as well as regular staff events. e.g. company luncheons, family open days and Christmas parties.
Introduction
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Control Systems Engineer to join our growing friendly team, at Niftylift. The role is based at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Milton Keynes.
The Control Systems Engineer will be responsible for developing and integrating hardware and software to ensure the safe, reliable, and comfortable operation of Niftylift’s Mobile Elevating Work Platforms.
Working Hours
- Working hours for the role are 40 per week (08:00 - 16:30, Monday - Friday, with 1/2 hour unpaid lunch break).
How To Apply
If you'd like to apply for this role you can contact us via any one of the following methods:
- Apply online - fill out the form below
- Send us an email with your CV and a covering letter to hr@niftylift.com
- Give us a call on +44 1908 223456 and ask to speak to the HR department.
- Request a call-back from Niftylift (candidates only):
The Role in More Detail
- Design, develop and integrate control systems to meet specified requirements.
- Develop code using the software development process.
- Create electrical component drawings in 2D and 3D CAD.
- Support the commissioning of products, from initial debugging to functionality verification.
- Devise, execute, and document control system integration tests that verify specific sub-system or machine-level requirements.
- Support continuous improvement by being involved in the generation and updating of internal design and management processes.
- Interface with other areas of the Engineering function to ensure the efficient integration of the control system into the wider product.
- Work on projects ranging from sub-system concepts to proven production machines.
- Manage project work and be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate would have:
- A strong academic background.
- A degree in a relevant field (candidates without a degree will be considered if they can demonstrate extensive and relevant industry experience).
- Experience in designing and developing complex electro-mechanical systems for off-highway equipment.
- Experience in software development for electro-mechanical systems.
- Experience in using 2D and 3D CAD tools.
- Knowledge of PLC logic, programming and test using CODESYS (especially using FBD ‘Functional Block Diagram’ and ST ‘Structured Text’ languages).
- Knowledge of control of hydraulic valves.
- Experience in software development using MS Visual Studio (C, C#, C++) advantageous.
- Working towards professional registration.
Characteristics
- A methodical and systematic approach
- Able to work as part of a team or individually
- Pragmatic
- Good attention to detail
- Strong problem-solving ability
- Excellent communication skills
- Desire to learn
- Ability to consistently produce high-quality work
Remuneration
The above role offers a competitive salary, healthcare scheme, contributory pension, life insurance, and holiday allowance scheme.