Ulster University | Production & Automation Engineer (KTP Associate)

Job Title: KTP Associate – Production & Automation Engineer Ulster University and McCauley Trailers Ltd. School: School of Computing, Engineering, and Intelligent Systems Location: McCauley Trailers Ltd, Toomebridge Salary: £27,000 – £34,000 per annum (Full-time, Fixed-term two-year post) Closing date: 29th January 2025 at 23:30 Reference number: 033603 – ABOUT US – We are a university with a national and international reputation for excellence, innovation, and regional engagement, making a major contribution to the economic, social, and cultural development of Northern Ireland. Our core business activities are teaching and learning, widening access to education, research and innovation and technology and knowledge transfer. – THE ROLE – The KTP Associate will undertake the complex task of optimising two robot welding systems, which will encompass suitable part selection, designing effective work-holding fixtures and applying protocols to elevate production. The role involves utilising skills in design, engineering for production, robotics and automated manufacture. It also involves working with stakeholders (academics and industry) and managing the project to create a robust system to support the companys productivity and growth. The Associate will need to advocate for the project’s importance and convince stakeholders of its value, thus highlighting the potential benefits it brings to the business, targeting development partners and clients. – ABOUT YOU – – At least an upper second-class honours degree from a relevant discipline (e.g. Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or related disciplines). – Experience in engineering design and development for product manufacture. – Experience in systems development, data analysis, and programming for automated or semi-automated systems. – Experience in control and automation equipment (PLC, robotics, controllers, inverters etc). – Evidence of demonstrable skills in product development and use of design software development tools/technologies. – Evidence of production planning and scheduling. – Knowledge and experience of using research methods (and understanding of qualitative and quantitative research) and/or being involved in research. – Willingness to travel to various locations, as required by the needs of the post. Ulster University holds a Silver Athena SWAN Award in recognition of our commitment to advancing Gender equality. You can read more about what this means on our University website. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family-friendly working environment, including flexible working. The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities. Appointment will be made on merit.