Lead Solution Architect - PLM​/CAD

Location:

Barrow-In-Furness (2 days per fortnight onsite)

Salary:
Competitive Salary + car allowance & annual bonus

Role details:

Our client, a leader in the Defence and Security sector, is seeking a seasoned Lead Solution Architect to join help design and implement enterprise level solutions leveraging the latest SIEMENS CAD & PLM software. This permanent role offers hybrid and flexible working arrangements, providing an excellent opportunity to work within a dynamic and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Optimising architecture solutions against schedules, scope, sequence, requirements, strategic objectives, cost elements, and supportability
Influencing stakeholders at all levels, from Director to Subject Matter Experts, while leading other architects to secure agreement on architectures and solutions
Designing and implementing enterprise-level solutions leveraging the latest SIEMENS CAD & PLM software
Integrating solutions into existing CAM, MES, and ERP systems supporting quality, testing, construction, and manufacturing processes
Evaluating and selecting appropriate technologies and vendors to meet the submarine programme needs
Collaborating with technology and software partners to resolve complex technical issues
Developing and maintaining enterprise architecture frameworks, aligning business demand and strategy with industry-proven practices and solutions
Managing governance processes to ensure that the solution build adheres to architecture and design review quality criteria

What we are looking for in you:
Essential:

Experience as either a CAD or PLM Consultant/Architect, with proven experience in designing and implementing solutions for large engineering programmes
Familiarity with architecture repository tools such as Enterprise Architect and architecture modelling frameworks
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels and at business change communication events
Desirable:

Experience with JIRA and Confluence for supporting agile delivery methodologies or similar collaboration tools
Knowledge of SAP and PE&O product suites or similar for use on large manufacturing projects

Benefits:

Competitive pension scheme
Enhanced annual leave allowance
Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan
Flexible working
Employee assistance programme
Cycle to Work scheme
Employee discounts
Annual incentive eligibility
If you are an experienced Lead Solution Architect looking to contribute to exciting and impactful projects within the defence sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to be part of our client's talented team in Cumbria