System Integration and Optimisation Specialist (KTP Associate)

The Knowledge Transfer Network Limited; Braintree; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development budget

Mentoring by Innovate UK KTP Adviser

University resources access

Project supervision support

Job summary

The University of Essex, in partnership with Swann Engineering Group Ltd, offers an exciting KTP Associate opportunity in system integration and optimisation. You will review and redesign integrated software packages to streamline the MRPII ecosystem, delivering a robust data governance framework and improved performance across the factory.

You will manage risks, engage stakeholders, develop training, and disseminate findings through reports and conferences, while leveraging university resources

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in Engineering, CS, BIS or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of manufacturing functions and MRPs/ERPs.
• Experience with large and complex data analysis.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Ability to work with diverse educational and cultural backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management and drive achievement of project objectives.
• Review data management systems to define a robust integration structure.
• Identify and mitigate risks in the change process.
• Design an optimised integrated system with data governance and better performance.
• Oversee phased implementation, pilot testing and rollout of the new system.

Skills

MRP/ERP knowledge

Data analysis

System integration

Project management

English communication

Education

MSc or PhD in Engineering/CS/BIS/Operations management

Tools

ERP software

Job description

System Integration and Optimisation Specialist (KTP Associate)

Engineering, Business Information Systems, Operations management

• Management of the project; taking leadership in achieving the project objectives.
• Review the company’s data management system to define a robust structure of the system integration.
• Undertake the interpretation, evaluation, and criticism of existing literature, relevant to the project.
• Identify risks in the change process, and manage these risks, through appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Design an optimised integrated system/solution ecosystem with effective data governance and improved performance. It is expected that this will be delivered by streamlining and refining the existing MRPII system.
• Identify and plan integration of company systems which are not part of the MRPII system (e.g. finance / operations)
• Oversee the phased implementation, pilot testing, and company-wide rollout of any new integrated system.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders at different levels where needed.
• Design, and develop training programmes to company employees, as required for the project.
• Monitor and evaluate the system (post implementation) to ensure the new ways of working are fully embedded into the company DNA.
• Compliance with university and company policies and regulations within the remit of the role.
• Contribute to academic and industry dissemination through reports, conferences, and publications.
• Engage in personal and professional development through the project activities.

These duties are a guide to the work that the post holder will initially be required to undertake. They may be changed from time to time to meet changing circumstances.

Requirements

• A relevant postgraduate qualification (MSc or PhD) in Engineering, Computer Science, Business Information Systems, Operations management, or a related discipline, or an individual with demonstrable equivalent experience (candidates with relevant interdisciplinary background are encouraged to apply).
• Knowledge and / or experience and of different functions of a manufacturing organisation.
• Knowledge of typical manufacturing resource planning (MRP) or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
• Experience and knowledge of best practices in data storage, processing, and handling.
• Experience of handling and analysing large and complex data.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Ability to work with a wide range of individuals with varied educational and cultural backgrounds.
• Excellent project management and time management skills.

As a KTP Associate, the post will offer the following benefits:

• A personal development budget of £3650 (exclusive of salary).
• Management training and mentoring by an Innovate UK KTP Adviser.
• An interesting and challenging role, with exposure to a variety of stakeholders.
• Full access to university resources to complete the project.
• World-leading Academic and Company project supervision, with project support by a dedicated, sector leading KTP Office.

The University of Essex, in partnership with Swann Engineering Group Ltd, offers an exciting opportunity to a graduate with a passion for system integration and optimisation. We are looking for an individual to review, redesign, optimise and implement a new system of integrated software packages for the company. The ideal candidate will have the relevant skills and knowledge to implement novel methods and approaches for process mapping, system integration, and optimisation, change management, and new-to-company knowledge within the factory environment.

About the business

Established in 1974, Swann Engineering is a manufacturer of structural steelwork and architectural metalwork. Working across civil, structural, mechanical and electrical engineering projects, we provide superior pre-fabricated and tailored products, expert building services and specialist engineering consultancy -delivered from a single source to make a success of even the most complex engineering challenges.

We are the UK leader in Telecommunications Structures and have the capability to manage communications projects from conception through to completion – our highly skilled engineering team can provide a fully bespoke solution for all structures, and we have supported rollout projects and tower builds for each of the major mobile operators in the UK (e.g. EE, Vodafone, Virgin Media O2, Three).

We also serve other sectors including Radar, Iconic Structures, Rail, Floodlighting and Outdoor Media and employ the very best people to deliver market leading products and customer service to our growing international client base. Swann Engineering is the partner of choice for many global infrastructure owners, including telecoms providers, railway companies, outdoor advertisers, ports and high-profile sports stadia