Software Engineer

Our client is a world class, successful and expanding manufacturing business

As the Software Engineer, your main responsibility is to write Windows application software for the test and configuration of a wide range of electronics products. Ideally you’ll have experience in software development within an industrial, manufacturing or production environment

Responsibilities:

• The ability to write and debug software applications in VB.Net and C#.
• 1st and 2nd line production support to resolve ‘line-stoppers’
• Software validation testing to demonstrate that requirements meet specifications
• Complete all relevant documentation to the required standards.
• Data generation for auditing and Statistical Process Control purposes.
• Write data analysis software.
• Provide training for software users
• Accurate assessment of project timescales for software completion to specification
• The ability to highlight software risks early on in a project.
• To contribute to the project team in a concise, informed and professional manner.
• To provide creative input on all aspects of software design.
• To maintain version records for tracking software changes on each product.

Specific job requirements:

• HNC / Diploma / Degree qualified in science / engineering
• Experience with VB.Net and C# within Microsoft Visual Studio
• Experience with Microsoft Windows XP / 7 / 8.1 / 10
• Communication protocols such as RS232 and USB
• XML / XSLT
• Database knowledge (SQL)
• Appreciation of constraints / requirements of software and electronics.

To succeed in this role you’ll need to have:

• A flexible approach to demands, deadlines, project direction.
• Creative and innovative approach to design.
• Strong communication skills and ability to develop relationship with customers and colleagues.
• Accurate administration and data recording skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good personal presentation and communication skills.
• Motivation with an ability to work alone or as part of a team.
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure and networking protocols / systems
• Good project planning skills are desirable
• A valid passport – Foreign travel will be required to support test engineering activities

The Rewards

• Salary to £40,000 pa
• Pension
• 37 Hour working week – with a 1 p.m. finish

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