Software Engineer

at  Australia Wide Engineering Recruitment

THE COMPANY:

Our client is one of the five core divisions of a global industrial group who strive to provide sustainable, efficient technology and equipment, boasting an impressive product range. The company hosts nine state of the art facilities across Australia including three Production facilities and six Customer Service Centres and pride themselves on their true core values, namely; Safety, Respect, Achievement, Accountability and Balance.

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics or equivalent.
• Demonstrable skills in coding – experience with PLC software would be an advantage.
• Demonstrated application of software development processes and documentation.
• Good practical understanding of Industry 4.0 / IoT implementations.
• Experience in the design of systems for mobile equipment.
• Experience with automotive/commercial vehicle electrical systems and CANbus.
• Knowledge in hydraulic, pneumatic, water and electrical systems, with an auxiliary engine an advantage.
• Familiar with CAD packages (AutoCAD, Solidworks, Zuken e3) would be advantageous.
• Industry knowledge in either municipal, agricultural or automotive industry (Heavy Vehicles) will be highly regarded.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Software Engineer would be required to design a variety of engineering solutions for vacuum tankers, mobile waste equipment and stationary compactors, displaying a strong focus on custom solutions, new product applications, in addition to R&D projects.

Additional responsibilities will include:

• Design and optimisation of PLC software for mobile and static refuse compactors, as well as mobile vacuum equipment.
• Development and support of IoT solutions on complete range of equipment.
• Electrical design as specified through the R&D program.
• Provide customer specific concepts and solutions.
• Provide assistance to Application & Product Design Engineering.
• Provide product technical support and assistance to Sales, Operations and Customer Service Departments

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Specify, document, write, test and maintain software for a range of mobile equipment using PLC software with proven experience in Codesys or similar IEC 61131-3 environment.
• Design of control systems for refuse, vacuum and sweeper equipment.
• Integration of IoT and remote access systems into new and existing equipment.
• Liaise with other departments to review design issues and attend to the technical aspects of requests.
• Support in the management of fleet and 3rd party installations.
• Perform research and concept for allocated projects and collaborate with cross functional teams.
• Ensure solutions meet safety, regulatory and industry standards.
• Support new projects through manufacturing and assembly whilst optimising designs with manufacturing teams.
• Create documents and reports supporting new design, test results and lessons learned.
• Present projects and findings to stakeholders through the business.
• Review opportunities to reduce cost through design, process and supply.
• Assist in the preparation of technical details for sales and marketing.