System Integration & Optimisation Specialist (KTP)

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

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