Electrical Engineer

VanRath; Dungannon; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local engineering firm is looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer in Dungannon to join their product development team. This role involves designing electrical control systems, developing PLC software, and collaborating on innovative machinery. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering and strong expertise in DC control systems and PLC programming. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career growth within a forward-thinking environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for career growth

Training and continuous learning

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline required.
• Strong experience in designing 24V DC control systems required.
• PLC programming skills ideally with experience in CoDeSys or similar platforms.
• Experience with hydraulic systems is advantageous.
• Ability to troubleshoot, test and support field installations required.
• Project coordination and technical documentation experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical control systems and support new mobile equipment development.
• Deliver project objectives on time, within budget and to specification.
• Develop PLC and HMI software and prepare functional specifications.
• Ensure designs meet safety, compliance, and industry standards.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and field service teams.
• Support commissioning both in-house and on customer sites.
• Contribute to cost-reduction and product optimisation initiatives.

Skills

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Design of 24V DC control systems

PLC programming skills

Experience in automation and control of hydraulic systems

Troubleshooting and testing abilities

Familiarity with design tools (e.g. Zuken E3 Series)

Good communication and problem-solving skills

Education

Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CoDeSys

Zuken E3 Series

Job description

Electrical Engineer

Dungannon, Co. Tyrone | Permanent Role
Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits
️ Engineering / Machinery Design

A leading local engineering firm, operating globally in the design and manufacture of complex mobile equipment, is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join its growing product development team in Dungannon.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in new product development, technical innovation, and continuous improvement across a diverse range of advanced machinery. The successful candidate will have the chance to work on the full product lifecycle - from design and testing through to deployment and support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design electrical control systems and support the development of new mobile equipment.
• Deliver project objectives on time, within budget, and to specification.
• Develop PLC and HMI software (ideally using CoDeSys 3.5) and prepare functional specifications.
• Ensure designs meet relevant safety, compliance, and industry standards.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and field service teams.
• Lead the integration of new technologies and support commissioning both in-house and on customer sites.
• Contribute to cost-reduction, reliability improvement, and product optimisation initiatives.
• Provide documentation, risk assessments, and technical files in line with project and regulatory requirements.

What You'll Need:

• Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Strong experience in the design of 24V DC control systems (experience with 3-phase is a plus).
• PLC programming skills - ideally with experience in CoDeSys or similar platforms.
• Experience in automation and control of hydraulic systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot, test, and support field installations.
• Familiarity with electrical control panel design tools (e.g. Zuken E3 Series) is advantageous.
• Project coordination and technical documentation experience.
• A self-motivated, collaborative mindset with good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for testing and commissioning.

Why Join?

• Competitive salary tailored to your experience and background.
• Work with a well-established global brand known for innovation and engineering excellence.
• Involvement in cutting-edge product development and cross-functional project work.
• Opportunities for career growth, training, and continuous learning.

If you're an ambitious electrical engineer looking to contribute to meaningful projects in a forward-thinking manufacturing environment, apply now for a confidential conversation or reach out directly to [e-mail]

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