Software Engineer KTP Associate_Accord
- Recruiter
- myjobscotland
- Location
- Aberdeenshire
- Salary
- 25000.00 - 34000.00 GBP Annual
- Posted
- 20 Sep 2020
- Closes
- 21 Sep 2020
- Sectors
- Engineering
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Summary
As part of a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) with Accord Energy Solutions Ltd (Accord), we are seeking a Knowledge Transfer Associate. You will take a leading role in the development and commercialisation of gross error detection and diagnostic software aimed at the hydrocarbon processing industry. You will also have the opportunity to register for a research degree based on the work carried out on the project.
You will be employed by the School of Computing at Robert Gordon University (RGU) and will be based predominantly at the premises of Accord in Aberdeen, supported and supervised by staff from both the company and the University.
Accord is an employee-owned company specialising in consultancy to the oil & gas sector. The Smart Data Technologies Research Centre at RGU, which you will join, specialises in the application of advanced data science and artificial intelligence to real-world industrial problems.
The project has the following key objectives:
Develop gross error detection and diagnostic software to assist Accord in delivering flexible solutions to customers.
Transfer knowledge of advanced simulation and software development techniques to Accord.
Work as part of the Smart Data Technologies Centre at RGU.
Develop technical skills, potentially to PhD level, in a fast paced technical environment and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Develop personal skills (verbal and written) to meet the requirements of an increasing responsibility and experience level.
A KTP is a three-way project between an associate, a business and a university (see ). The associates are recruited to manage strategic projects within the company, whist being supported by a dedicated academic supervisor. Founded in 1975, KTP is one of Europe's largest recruitment programmes. This is an opportunity to join a project which will offer challenging business analysis and process improvement work within a supportive, well managed and motivated team environment. In addition to a dedicated personal development budget of GBP3,000 and a travel budget. It is also anticipated that following a 27 month period, the company will continue the employment of the Associate.
You will be driving the development of a complex software component that will underpin efficiency gains for the Company and open up new markets for them. It requires the assimilation of knowledge from 3 different disciplines: chemistry, engineering and computing science. It is expected that you will require to develop skills in some of these areas. Extensive knowledge and experience exists within Accord and RGU to support this.
You should have a Masters degree in Computing or a strongly related discipline. Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to self-direct, strong problem solving and analytical skills are essential for this post.
Good report writing and presentation skills are also required. You will be self-driven but comfortable working in an interdisciplinary team.
Informal enquiries to Prof. John McCall , email or tel
Salary on first appointment is normally to the bottom of the scale, although in exceptional circumstances an appointment further up the scale may be considered.
Job Description
RESPONSIBLE TO: Prof. John McCall
RESPONSIBLE FOR: No supervisory responsibility
PURPOSE OF POST: To specify and develop error detection software as a KTP Associate with Accord Energy Solutions Ltd Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP).
Develop data science and machine learning techniques to detect and reason about gross errors in hydrocarbon system data
Transfer knowledge of advanced data science and machine learning techniques to Accord
Work as part of the Smart Data Technologies Centre at RGU
Develop technical skills, potentially to PhD level, in a fast paced technical environment and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Develop personal skills (verbal and written) to meet the requirements of an increasing responsibility and experience level
PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
Gain expertise on hydrocarbon systems data and measurement
Requirements analysis and software component design
Software development, testing and implementation
Software packaging and delivery
Manage the project and organize Local Management Committee meetings.
Liaise with industry experts, university and company supervisors.
Deliver presentations to immediate project team members and technical experts.
Organise seminars and training for company personnel on developed software.
Person Specification
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications and Professional Memberships
2.1 Honours degree or better and commercial software development experience in Computing or strongly related discipline.
Willingness to actively engage with professional bodies and agencies.
Knowledge and skills
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to self-direct.
Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
Good report writing and presentation skills.
Happy to work in an interdisciplinary team.
Excellent prioritisation and time management skills.
Experience
Strong OO-programming background (C++/Java), at least H Mathematics.
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications and Professional Memberships
Masters degree in Computing or strongly related discipline
Membership of IEEE / ACM / BCS
Experience
Probability and statistics.
Time series analysis.
Bayesian networks...... click apply for full job details
As part of a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) with Accord Energy Solutions Ltd (Accord), we are seeking a Knowledge Transfer Associate. You will take a leading role in the development and commercialisation of gross error detection and diagnostic software aimed at the hydrocarbon processing industry. You will also have the opportunity to register for a research degree based on the work carried out on the project.
You will be employed by the School of Computing at Robert Gordon University (RGU) and will be based predominantly at the premises of Accord in Aberdeen, supported and supervised by staff from both the company and the University.
Accord is an employee-owned company specialising in consultancy to the oil & gas sector. The Smart Data Technologies Research Centre at RGU, which you will join, specialises in the application of advanced data science and artificial intelligence to real-world industrial problems.
The project has the following key objectives:
Develop gross error detection and diagnostic software to assist Accord in delivering flexible solutions to customers.
Transfer knowledge of advanced simulation and software development techniques to Accord.
Work as part of the Smart Data Technologies Centre at RGU.
Develop technical skills, potentially to PhD level, in a fast paced technical environment and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Develop personal skills (verbal and written) to meet the requirements of an increasing responsibility and experience level.
A KTP is a three-way project between an associate, a business and a university (see ). The associates are recruited to manage strategic projects within the company, whist being supported by a dedicated academic supervisor. Founded in 1975, KTP is one of Europe's largest recruitment programmes. This is an opportunity to join a project which will offer challenging business analysis and process improvement work within a supportive, well managed and motivated team environment. In addition to a dedicated personal development budget of GBP3,000 and a travel budget. It is also anticipated that following a 27 month period, the company will continue the employment of the Associate.
You will be driving the development of a complex software component that will underpin efficiency gains for the Company and open up new markets for them. It requires the assimilation of knowledge from 3 different disciplines: chemistry, engineering and computing science. It is expected that you will require to develop skills in some of these areas. Extensive knowledge and experience exists within Accord and RGU to support this.
You should have a Masters degree in Computing or a strongly related discipline. Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to self-direct, strong problem solving and analytical skills are essential for this post.
Good report writing and presentation skills are also required. You will be self-driven but comfortable working in an interdisciplinary team.
Informal enquiries to Prof. John McCall , email or tel
Salary on first appointment is normally to the bottom of the scale, although in exceptional circumstances an appointment further up the scale may be considered.
Job Description
RESPONSIBLE TO: Prof. John McCall
RESPONSIBLE FOR: No supervisory responsibility
PURPOSE OF POST: To specify and develop error detection software as a KTP Associate with Accord Energy Solutions Ltd Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP).
Develop data science and machine learning techniques to detect and reason about gross errors in hydrocarbon system data
Transfer knowledge of advanced data science and machine learning techniques to Accord
Work as part of the Smart Data Technologies Centre at RGU
Develop technical skills, potentially to PhD level, in a fast paced technical environment and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Develop personal skills (verbal and written) to meet the requirements of an increasing responsibility and experience level
PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
Gain expertise on hydrocarbon systems data and measurement
Requirements analysis and software component design
Software development, testing and implementation
Software packaging and delivery
Manage the project and organize Local Management Committee meetings.
Liaise with industry experts, university and company supervisors.
Deliver presentations to immediate project team members and technical experts.
Organise seminars and training for company personnel on developed software.
Person Specification
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications and Professional Memberships
2.1 Honours degree or better and commercial software development experience in Computing or strongly related discipline.
Willingness to actively engage with professional bodies and agencies.
Knowledge and skills
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to self-direct.
Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
Good report writing and presentation skills.
Happy to work in an interdisciplinary team.
Excellent prioritisation and time management skills.
Experience
Strong OO-programming background (C++/Java), at least H Mathematics.
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications and Professional Memberships
Masters degree in Computing or strongly related discipline
Membership of IEEE / ACM / BCS
Experience
Probability and statistics.
Time series analysis.
Bayesian networks...... click apply for full job details