Data Engineer

Cirrus Selection; Ribble Valley; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the engineering sector is searching for a Data Engineer to enhance data integrity and improve ERP performance. This opportunity involves developing strategies aligned with master data policies and improving operational processes. The role requires strong ERP experience, particularly with SAP, and presents a chance to actively contribute to process improvements in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Generous pension contributions up to 14%

Paid overtime opportunities

Flexi leave (up to 15 additional days)

Enhanced parental leave including support for fertility treatment

Flexible working arrangements

On-site subsidised meals and free parking

Qualifications

• Strong experience with ERP systems (SAP highly beneficial).
• APICS certification desirable but not essential.
• Proven record of driving process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead audit strategies for master data policies.
• Improve and standardise processes across functions.
• Use SAP to analyse data and influence decision-making.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Process improvement

Education

HNC qualification or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

Data Engineer

Location: Bolton

Salary: Up to £47,000

Are you ready to take the lead in driving data integrity, ERP performance, and process improvement across a dynamic engineering environment?

We’re looking for a Data Engineer with strong ERP experience (ideally SAP) to join a high-impact Central Data Team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on improving systems, influencing strategy, and making a real difference in how engineering and manufacturing functions operate at scale.

What You’ll Be Doing as the Data Engineer:

Define and lead audit strategies aligned to master data policies
Improve and standardise processes across engineering and planning functions
Use SAP to analyse data, uncover insights, and influence decision-making
Support routing, BOMs, material masters, and scheduling functions
Lead process development for new assembly structures and capacity planning
Work with external support teams to implement SAP enhancements
Create functional specs and maintain user guides
Generate and distribute KPI packs and support operational excellence initiatives

What You’ll Bring:

Strong experience with ERP systems (SAP experience highly beneficial)
HNC qualification or equivalent
APICS certification (desirable but not essential)
Sharp analytical skills and attention to detail
A collaborative and proactive approach
A proven record of driving process improvements and supporting change

What’s On Offer:

Company bonus up to £2,500 (dependent on company performance)
Generous pension contributions up to 14%
Paid overtime opportunities
Flexi leave (up to 15 additional days per year)
Enhanced parental leave, including support for fertility treatment and neonatal care
Flexible working arrangements
On-site facilities including subsidised meals and free parking

This is a great opportunity to join a high-performing team as a Data Engineer, where your expertise in ERP systems and passion for continuous improvement will be truly valued.

Apply today and take the next step in your engineering career