CAD PLM Developer

McLaren Automotive Limited; Woking; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaren Racing seeks a technically skilled professional to support design and engineering activities, focusing on process enhancements across PLM/CAD/CAM/CAE systems. You will drive improvements from requirements capture to testing and deployment, and develop bespoke Racing automations both client and server side.

The role requires proficiency in CATIA/3DExperience, Python and VBA, and prior software development experience.

Qualifications

• Detailed understanding of Dassault Systemes tools and products especially CATIA and 3DExperience.
• Proficient in programming languages and technologies such as VBA and Python, interacting with CATIA and/ or 3DEXperience.
• Experience of software development, design and methodologies.
• Version control and distribution using such systems as GitLab, GitHub.
• Customer support experience.
• A drive to learn and develop related skills.

Responsibilities

• Day to day support to design and engineering functions including enhancements within the McLaren PLM/CAD/CAM/CAE system.
• Identify, monitor and manage process improvement measures.
• Drive improvement process from requirements capture through to testing and deployment.
• Create and support bespoke Racing automations (CAx) client side and/or server side as needed.
• Develop and maintain the existing code base.
• Extend unit testing, use case and quality improvements of current features.
• Provide user assistance when called upon.
• Document and publish how-to guides as needed.
• Deliver end user training in appropriate subjects as required.
• Generate, support and manage service requests with McLaren Racing software suppliers.

Skills

Python

VBA

Software development

Customer support

Learning mindset

Tools

CATIA

3DExperience

GitLab

GitHub

Postman

EKL

Job description

Working across the Technical Design and Operational functions, this role works towards ensuring that McLaren Racing is at the forefront of the design and engineering processes.

Our ultimate goal is to ensure that the maximum amount of time is dedicated to design development and the minimum to non productive or nugatory activities.

Role Dimensions:

Woking based. Occasional travel required. Standard working hours but flexibility to work additional hours as and when required.

Principal Accountabilities:

Day to day support to design and engineering functions including;

• Provide design process enhancements within the McLaren PLM/CAD/CAM/CAE system.
• Identify, monitor and manage process improvement measures.
• Drive improvement process from requirements capture through to testing and deployment.
• Creation of and supporting bespoke Racing automations (CAx) Client side and or Server side as needed.
• Development and maintenance of the existing code base.
• Extend the unit testing, use case and quality improvements of the features and functionalities currently deployed.
• Provide user assistance when called upon.
• Document and publish ‘how to’ guides as and when deemed necessary.
• Deliver end user training in appropriate subjects as required.
• Generate, support and manage service requests with McLaren Racing software suppliers where appropriate.

Company Description

At McLaren Racing, we’re not just here to try to take the chequered flag. We’re here to excite our fans, inspire our people and deliver for our partners. And we’re also committed to evolving our sport, our industry, and our technology, too.

Qualifications

Essential

• Detailed understanding of the Dassault Systemes tools and products especially CATIA and 3DExperience
• Proficient in programming languages and technologies such as VBA and Python, interacting with CATIA and or 3DEXperience.
• Experience of software development, design and methodologies
• Version control and distribution using such systems as GiTLab, GiTHub
• Customer support experience.
• A drive to learn and develop related skills

Preferable

• JPO development in a 3DExperience environment.
• Web services scripting, developing and interrogation including testing tools such as Postman.
• Experience or exposure to Dassault Systemes proprietary languages such as EKL.
• Aerodynamic surfacing & CFD knowledge.
• Mechanical & composite design knowledge.

Personal Attributes:

• Able to operate effectively as part of a team and engage at all levels.
• A team member who commands respect, uses their initiative and can influence others.
• Good communicator, able to listen, express and articulate information effectively, in a professional manner always.
• Flexibility to handle multiple projects simultaneously, and change priorities based on revised business requirements.
• Able to demonstrate sound time and priority management, taking corrective action and building in contingencies as necessary.
• Takes the initiative and accepts responsibility for managing his/her own professional, skill and personal development.

Additional Information

Success in racing comes from bringing together talented people with different skills, perspectives and experiences. We're committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone feels supported and empowered to deliver their best work.

Every role has the potential to drive high performance. You'll be part of a team united by a shared ambition to push boundaries and embody our racing mindset. We invest in our people through opportunities to develop and grow, creating an environment where individuals and teams can thrive.
Alongside a range of wellbeing initiatives and development opportunities, we're committed to helping you build a rewarding career and make your mark at McLaren Racing.