Solution Architect - Authoring Systems - £850 per day - Inside IR35 - 6 months initial contract - Hybrid working from a site near Derby. My client, a global nuclear engineering organisation, is looking for an experienced Solution Architect with expertise in authoring systems to join them on a contract basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing CAD Solutions (Siemens NX & Autodesk suites) aligned with business requirements, while leading investigations, analyses, and conceptual to detailed designs. As a Solution Architect - Authoring Systems, you will play a pivotal role in solving complex problems, making disciplined design decisions, and ensuring the successful integration of CAD solutions within the organisation. Key Responsibilities - Lead the implementation of Siemens NX & Autodesk suite solutions, ensuring alignment with business needs. Investigate, analyse, visualise, and develop conceptual and detailed designs. Evaluate technical feasibility and apply best practices in solution development. Create, review, and approve High-Level Designs, Low-Level Designs, deployment guides, and build specifications from external vendors. Lead business process design discussions, troubleshoot, and debug solution components. Ensure effective integration of CAD data into Teamcenter. Configure files for STEP, JT, and Knowledge Fusion code for NX Checkmate. Plan and manage application updates and bug fixes to maintain system performance. Assist in training and supporting users. Translate business requirements into functional solutions, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture. Define and prioritise User Stories to deliver critical business functionality. Deliver prioritised requirements and User Stories to maximise business benefits. Technical Skills & Experience - Recognised expertise in Siemens NX & Autodesk product suites. Strong knowledge of CAD validation processes and tools. Expertise in CAD derivatives and system integration. Experience in creating, reviewing, and approving technical documentation. Proven ability to resolve complex issues within the Siemens product suite. Experience in business process design and solution architecture. Ability to analyse and maintain system performance. Strong problem-solving skills and decision-making capabilities. Experience working with stakeholders to define requirements and prioritise backlogs. Qualifications & Experience - Degree in Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline. Minimum of 10 years' experience in process improvement and software solutions. Proven track record in delivering high-value business outcomes across Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) domains. Hands-on experience in detailed design, build, and testing of applications. Ability to conduct root cause analysis and propose alternative solutions. Experience in test plan development, functional testing, and user acceptance testing