Job Title: Data and AI Engineer (KTP Associate) Ulster University and Michael Nugent Ltd School: School of Computing Location: Michael Nugent Ltd, 2 Tandragee Road, Pomeroy, Salary: £37,000 - £42,000 per annum Closing Date: Monday 2nd November 2026 at 23:20 Full-time / Fixed-Term for 27 months Reference Number: - THE BUSINESS - Michael Nugent Ltd operates across the Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) engineering and construction sectors throughout Northern Ireland, Great Britain, and the Republic of Ireland. The company delivers large-scale, technically complex projects across commercial, education, healthcare, hospitality, life sciences, heritage and residential markets, collectively representing a multi-billion-pound annual regional opportunity. - THE ROLE - Michael Nugent Ltd, in partnership with Ulster University, has established a 27-month Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) project and is offering an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and highly motivated Data and AI Engineer graduate to work as a KTP Associate to oversee the development of a unified data and reporting platform that will integrate business systems through Business Central and Power BI, automate data flows, deliver role-specific dashboards and management reporting, enhance visibility of project performance and profitability, and apply data-driven forecasting techniques to improve labour and material estimating for future tenders. - KTP PROJECT DESCRIPTION - Michael Nugent Ltd has recently implemented Microsoft Business Central and is now seeking to unlock the full value of its operational data. This KTP project will develop an integrated reporting and decision-support capability that improves visibility of project performance, supports data-driven decision-making, and enhances estimating processes across the business. The Associate will design and implement data integration solutions, develop role-specific dashboards and KPI reporting tools, and create AI-enabled models that use historical project data to support labour and material estimating for future tenders. The project provides a unique opportunity to work on challenges involving data integration, business intelligence, machine learning and software development within a real commercial environment. Working at the interface between industry and academia, the Associate will help deliver innovative digital capabilities that support business growth, operational efficiency and improved commercial performance. - BENEFITS - This KTP project provides a unique opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills to a real industry challenge whilst benefiting from industrial and academic supervision and mentoring from Ulster Universitys experts, Dr Glenn Hawe and Dr Shuai Zhang, who will enhance your technical expertise in machine learning and data analytics. As a KTP Associate, you will also acquire new skills in strategic leadership that can help to supercharge your career. Additional benefits include: - Generous £14k Training, Development, equipment
Data and AI Engineer (KTP Associate) in Belfast employer: Ulster University
As a leading University in Belfast, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee growth and innovation. Our commitment to advancing gender equality and supporting a family-friendly environment, alongside competitive salaries and flexible working options, makes us an exceptional employer for those passionate about making a meaningful impact in the Digital Healthcare sector.
