Model-Based Definition & Engineering Lead (MBD/E Lead)
Location: Hybrid - Remote & Onsite (Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, UK)Schedule: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
Project Overview
This role is a key part of a fast-paced Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) digital transformation project underpinning the delivery of world-leading defence products. The enabling software includes Siemens NX, Teamcenter, and Capital, with future expansion into a SAP-centric manufacturing domain.The programme spans the full breadth of the product lifecycle, initially focusing on Design and Manufacturing Engineering, before extending into manufacturing, assembly, procurement, quality assurance, and commissioning. The ultimate goal is to establish a Digital Thread connecting product design with build intent.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Model-Based Definition Lead to drive the definition, implementation, and adoption of model-based definition (MBD) and engineering across the enterprise. This role will be central to building and nurturing a community of engineers and leaders who enhance product development processes by leveraging digital models to improve accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the implementation of model-based definition strategies across the engineering department.
- Collaborate with technical and business architects to configure NX and Teamcenter toolsets to support MBD adoption.
- Work with cross-functional teams to integrate MBD into the product lifecycle.
- Develop and maintain best practices, standards, and guidelines for MBD.
- Provide guidance and content to enable training material development and support engineering teams on MBD tools and processes.
- Monitor and report on the effectiveness of MBD initiatives, recommending improvements as needed.
- Partner with Solution Architects to ensure data governance, version control, and digital thread integrity across the lifecycle.
- Document solution designs to demonstrate alignment with business requirements.
- Support business change initiatives in collaboration with the Business Transformation team to embed MBD/E across engineering and manufacturing domains.
Key Skills & Experience
- Extensive experience in product design and manufacturing processes.
- Proven expertise in model-based engineering and definition.
- Proficiency in Siemens NX with respect to MBD.
- Experience with Siemens Teamcenter.
- Background in manufacturing engineering and process planning.
- Strong understanding of engineering principles and manufacturing processes.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems.
- Knowledge and experience of SAP integration.
- Experience in business process analysis and requirements gathering.
- Understanding of digital twin philosophies.
Working Conditions
- Remote working on client-provided equipment.
- Onsite office days typically 2-3 per fortnight in Barrow-in-Furness.
- Onsite workshops conducted at client sites and occasionally at IBM or vendor locations.
- Standard working hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week.
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