Technical Systems Engineer
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About the Role
Are you a technically curious problem-solver who loves to make complex systems run smarter, faster, and better?
Do you thrive in environments where engineering, manufacturing, and technology meet?
If so, this is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in transforming the systems that power a leading engineering business.
The Role
We’re searching for a Technical System Engineer to become the driving force behind the reliability, performance, and evolution of mission-critical engineering and manufacturing systems—including CAD, PLM, and MES.
In this key position, you’ll partner with engineering, production, and cross-functional teams to deliver robust, scalable solutions that directly impact operational excellence. From investigating intricate system issues to building custom automation scripts, you’ll be at the heart of innovation and continuous improvement.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Deliver hands-on technical support across engineering and manufacturing systems
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Troubleshoot hardware and software issues, ensuring optimum system availability
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Identify, design, and implement automation opportunities and process improvements
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Lead system upgrades, enhancements, and cross-functional projects end-to-end
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Develop training, documentation, and user support for seamless system adoption
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Build and maintain integrations between CAD, PLM, MES, ERP and other technical systems
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Ensure compliance with security protocols, internal standards, and audit requirements
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Develop macros and scripts to optimise workflows and increase productivity
What We’re Looking For
You’re someone who communicates clearly, thinks critically, and builds strong relationships across technical and non-technical teams. With a natural passion for continuous improvement, you enjoy working in agile, fast-paced environments.
Essential Experience & Skills
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Strong experience with CAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA, Siemens NX)
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Familiarity with PLM systems and MES environments
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Understanding of ERP interfaces (SAP experience advantageous)
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Background in system administration, SQL databases, and networking foundations
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Experience managing or contributing to projects using agile, lean, or DMAIC methodologies
Desirable
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Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (or working towards)
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Version control and CI/CD experience (Git)
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Networking skills (TCP/IP, DNS, VLANs)
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Understanding of data formats (XML, JSON, STEP, IGES)
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Exposure to low-code platforms
What's on offer?
Circa £50 salary plus benefits including:
- 33 days leave
- Annual bonus up to 15% of salary
- Enhanced pension contributions
- Flexible working
- Bupa health
- Health cash plan
- Life assurance
Why Join?
This is your chance to shape the digital ecosystem of a major engineering organisation—introducing smarter ways of working, accelerating performance, and influencing technology decisions that drive long-term success.
If you’re ready to make a measurable impact and grow your technical capability in a forward-thinking business, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and take the next step in your engineering systems career. Submit your CV online or contact Jess at Cubed Talent for more information.