Job Description
Role title: Systems Engineer (PLM)
Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking.
Package: £37,860 - £51,000 (depending on your suitability, qualifications & level of experience)
Closing date: 21st March 2025
Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.
Let us introduce the role
AWE is currently recruiting for a Systems Engineer - Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Working within the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) team, this exciting role will help to modernise, digitise, centralise, and synergise capability in managing the product lifecycle efficiently, safely, and securely through an integrated set of PLM processes. This role is ideally suited to candidates with a good understanding of PLM technical processes.
Some Hybrid working is available.
Who are we looking for?
We would like you to have the following:
* A Degree in Engineering, or an equivalent STEM-based discipline, equivalent NVQ levels 4 to 6 qualification or equivalent experience.
* Working level of experience in conducting technical assessments to draw sound conclusions and ability to communicate to non-technical audiences
* Clear and concise communication approach, both oral and written
* Strong and organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure
* Ability to prioritise a varied workload for self, ensuring timely deliver
* Methodical approach to complex problem solving using technical knowledge
* Flexibility during times of change
The successful candidate would demonstrate an excellent understanding of product lifecycle management methodologies and tools, as they will be helping the organisation to deliver the people, process, and technologies to meet goals with internal and external stakeholders. Candidates will also be involved in our in-flight transformation project. On the job training will be provided.
Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following:
* Managing AWE's Information Services, PLM applications and participate in the development of its future strategy
* Managing system configuration changes of the PLM applications through sprints
* Effectively managing projects through transition into live operations
* Having a good understanding, develop and be able to manage PLM technical processes
* Identifying future PLM upgrade options and areas of under-utilised capabilities that will add value to the Business
* Working with and manage stakeholders and SMEs to enable sprints, project work and ensure delivery through the life of the project
* Working with the Business Relationship Manager, PLM Product and Delivery Manager to assess future demand
* Implementing changes and new systems or programs within the group
* Liaising with specialist PLM contractors and suppliers
* Attending supplier briefings and conferences to stay up to date with new releases
* Participating in Review, Learn and Improve activities and implement the outcomes to ensure the continued development and implementation of best practice
We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes.
Some reasons we think you'll love it here:
AWE has wide range of benefits to suit you. These include:
* 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
* Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions)
* Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay
* Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body
* Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services
* Life Assurance (4 x annual salary)
* Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending
* Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring
The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.
You must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the security clearance required for the role (more information on this can be found on our website) and be willing and able to travel within the UK and overseas if required
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