Job Title: Graduate in Computer Science / Computing / Computer Engineering (KTP Associate)
Place: Ulster University and McCloskey International
Base: Although the post is administratively linked to the University, the Associate will be based at the Company’s premises in Coalisland. Successful completion of the KTP may lead to a new position within the company partner at the end of the project period.
Salary: £29,636 - £35,352 per annum pro rata
Duration: 2 years
Closing Date: 28 August 2022
Ref Number: 014363

- ABOUT US -

McCloskey International Ltd leads the worldwide screening, crushing and washing system industry with highly innovative products that are used in a wide range of industries including aggregates, landscaping, infrastructure and road building, construction and demolition, mining, waste management and recycling.

McCloskey’s world premier crusher and screener engineering plant in Tyrone, together with its Head Office and advanced manufacturing facility in Ontario, Canada, makes the company one of the largest manufacturers of portable screening and crushing equipment in the world.

The Company’s Tyrone plant in Coalisland, in collaboration with Ulster University, has established a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) and is offering an exciting opportunity for a graduate to work with the McCloskey team as a KTP Associate to develop a pioneering web based Automated Manufacturing Placement System (AMPS) for the current and next-generation range of McCloskey machines. The AMPS will provide a vital resource for manufacturing decision making.

As a KTP Associate, you can expect to:

- Accelerate your career.
- Gain valuable experience and marketable, highly transferable skills.
- Earn a competitive salary.
- Receive practical and formal management training and development with a dedicated personal development budget.
- Gain the opportunity for further postgraduate qualifications.

- ABOUT YOU -

The postholder will be required to hold:

Applicants should hold a Hons degree in Computer Science / Computing / Computer Engineering or a related discipline, at 2:1 or above. In addition, a higher degree in Computing or Computer Engineering or other relevant discipline (or be in the final stages of submission) would be desirable.

The Associate should possess excellent problem-solving and analytical skills and prove a willingness to learn and think creatively. Experience in software engineering with demonstrable skills in web-based software application development are attractive attributes. Evidence of the ability to undertake and complete significant projects is an important factor and knowledge of data analytics would be a bonus.

The post holder must be able to start the post no later than the 27 September 2022.

- BENEFITS -

- Competitive salary.

- Generous annual leave entitlement promoting a healthy work/life balance - plus, an additional 15 days per year when the university is closed.

- Enrolment in USS pension scheme - employer contribution of 21.6%, employee contribution of 9.8%.

- An environment that supports flexible working and allows you to balance both work and home life.

- An open and inclusive environment that celebrates and welcomes diversity.

- Onsite and discounted sports/gym facilities (3 months free gym membership at either the Jordanstown, Coleraine, or Magee Campus).

- Cycle to Work Scheme.

- Discounted eye tests with subsequent competitive prescription lenses and frames.

- Exposure to the very latest in cutting edge technologies including Dell, Aruba, Checkpoint, and Avaya, feeding your passion for IT.

- Autonomy in your role to make impactful decisions and changes to company processes.

Both McCloskey International Ltd. and Ulster University are Equal Opportunities employers.

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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.