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Configuration Engineer 18 months FTC
Location : Shepshed, United Kingdom
Job Family : Engineering
Job Type : Temporary
Posted : Mar 4, 2024
Job ID : 46929
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We are a global leader in the research, design, integration, manufacture, certification, and lifetime service of flight control, hydraulic, fuel and inerting, fluid conveyance, thermal management, lubrication, and pneumatic systems and components for aerospace and other high-technology markets. We support the world’s aircraft and aero engine manufacturers, providing a century of experience and innovation for commercial and military aircraft.
Joining our team means, you are helping to deliver our purpose of ‘Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow. A career at Parker Meggitt offers boundless potential for professional and personal growth. You will work alongside the brightest minds in the world, help develop innovative technology and products, and contribute to our company’s goal of solving the world’s greatest engineering challenges.
We have succeeded in employing the top talent in the industry by focusing our hiring efforts on the individual, not the job description. If you are an inquisitive thinker with great ideas and a desire to succeed, we will find the perfect spot for you on our team.
Summary
The Configuration Engineer role is an Engineering position involved in all aspects of product life cycle management reporting directly to the Engineering Manager and to cover both Polymers and Composites sites. The primary responsibilities include the creation, maintenance, control, validation and verification of all aspects of product configuration in respect of the SAP Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and / or any associated packages, document files and libraries. The Configuration Engineer plays a pivotal role in maintaining the integrity of configuration data and facilitating smooth operational workflows within the organisation. The Configuration Engineer role is an Engineering position involved in all aspects of product life cycle management reporting directly to the Engineering Manager and to cover both Polymers and Composites sites. The primary responsibilities include the creation, maintenance, control, validation and verification of all aspects of product configuration in respect of the SAP Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and / or any associated packages, document files and libraries. The Configuration Engineer plays a pivotal role in maintaining the integrity of configuration data and facilitating smooth operational workflows within the organisation.
Responsibilities
Creation and, within the scope of PLM, maintenance of product bill of materials, material masters and routing on the SAP ERP system.
Creation, maintenance and management of document records on the SAP ERP, Q-Pulse and associated systems.
Creation and review / release of Engineering Change Notifications (ECN).
New product cost creation in support of Methods Engineering when required.
Keep a well-maintained configuration log and create and update documentation to support configuration management activities.
Ensure strict adherence to change control processes, company requirements, industry standards, and regulatory guidelines.
Qualifications
Document Control: Strong skills in document control, including the ability to organise, catalogue, and securely store various types of technical documents and digital data.
Data Management: Capability to manage and maintain databases related to configuration data, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail is crucial, as this role involves handling critical documents and data with precision to prevent errors or discrepancies.
Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation is beneficial, especially in industries with complex technical products.
Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills to facilitate interactions with team members, customers, and suppliers, as well as to document changes and procedures.
Problem solving: Ability to identify and resolve issues related to configuration management, document control, and data integrity.
Data Analysis: Proficiency in analysing data, interpreting trends, and making informed decisions based on quality metrics and performance indicators.
What we offer
Parker Meggitt is proud to offer a competitive total rewards framework designed with our colleagues' health, wealth and well-being in mind to help our employees balance a successful career. Our competitive package will include:
Early finish on Fridays.
Pension Scheme up to 10% company contribution.
Employee Assistance Program for Health & Wellbeing.
Employee Perkz – offering our employees discounts on a huge variety of goods and services.
Income Protection.
Employee Resource Groups.
Volunteering day off.
Parker Meggitt is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and beliefs define who we are as a business and that building a culture of respect and appreciation will give everyone the opportunity to recognise their full potential