Job Description

Job Title

Software Engineer

Job Category

Engineering

Join a Global Leader in Materials Handling

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling is a world-renowned manufacturer committed to revolutionising the way materials are moved—from port to home. We design, engineer, produce, and support a full range of lift trucks, attachments, and power and technology solutions, primarily under the trusted Hyster® and Yale® brands.

As one of the largest lift truck manufacturers globally, we are dedicated to delivering innovative, customer-focused solutions while maintaining exceptional service standards.

We are currently seeking a SOFTWARE ENGINEER to join our team at our Craigavon facility in Northern Ireland.

About the Role

Are you looking to design and develop embedded software, work hands-on with hardware, and see your results execute on a real-world device?

This is a terrific opportunity to work in an Agile software environment, filling an important role at a global organisation.

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling is looking for a talented embedded software engineer with a strong desire to learn and grow with our team here in Craigavon, Northern Ireland, along with the team at our global development centre in Portland, Oregon.

The global development centre develops materials handling solutions for the present and future. This role works in coordination with other development teams to deliver software for new and current products.

Key Accountabilities

The successful applicant will have the following key accountabilities:

• Complete a 3-6 month developer training program, which may include onsite training at our Portland, Oregon facility
• Interpret functional requirements and technical specifications
• Provide effort estimates for development tasks
• Participate in software design activities
• Develop embedded software to meet requirements
• Create and execute unit level testing for developed software
• Test software on bench test rigs
• Test software on equipment (operating fork truck as needed)
• Release software for production use
• Investigate reported defects, on truck, bench, or in simulation
• Identify root cause and fix software as appropriate
• Collaborate with other software engineering teams
• Collaborate with other departments such as hydraulics and drivetrain
• Participate in global online meetings
• Occasional travel may be required

Knowledge Required:

Candidates should clearly demonstrate how they meet the following Essential Criteria

• Candidates due to graduate in Summer 2026 are welcome to apply
• Educated to degree level (or working towards, to be completed Summer 2026) in a Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Mechatronic Engineering related field or equivalent relevant qualification
• Minimum of one year’s relevant experience in an industry related to the degree/qualification (industrial placement year is acceptable)
• Proficiency with Simulink model-based development
• Basic specialized knowledge/skill in drawing practices, CAD, engineering analysis, design layout
• Basic knowledge/skill in vehicle/automotive technology, manufacturing technology, design/test experience, test practices and procedures.
• Basic proficiency of real time control networks for controlling vehicle/automotive type machines for the global marketplace
• Basic knowledge in control system design and architectures including both electronic hardware and software of embedded systems for the global marketplace

The ideal candidate will also meet the following Desirable Criteria

• Understanding of Embedded software and Operating System concepts
• Experience in material handling, automotive or similar industries
• C Programming language experience
• Awareness of data communications (e.g. J1939, CAN)
• Familiar with Agile software development practices
• Exposure to configuration management tools such as Git and Azure DevOps
• Exposure to interfacing with embedded devices
• We reserve the right to enhance the criteria in order to facilitate the shortlisting process.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working options
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance (3x annual salary)
• 33 days annual leave
• Enhanced statutory benefits
• Subsidised gym membership
• Subsidised canteen
• Comprehensive career development programme
• Ongoing professional development support

The closing date for applications is Sunday 31st May 2026.

The successful candidate will be subject to background checks.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer

Job Type

Permanent

Time Type

Full time

Work Hours

39

Travel Required

No

Location

HY EMEA UK Craigavon

Address

88 Charlestown Road

Zip Code

BT63 5PP

Field-Based

No

Relocation Assistance Available

No