Request Technology - Craig Johnson
Chicago, Illinois
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Enterprise Firm is currently seeking a Senior Cloud Hosting Services Engineer with strong Azure experience. Candidate will be the IT Infrastructure team's cloud SME. Candidate will demonstrate their knowledge and hands-on experience with Azure cloud tools/technologies The Sr. Cloud Engineer reports to the Manager of Infrastructure Services. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Microsoft Azure, including PaaS and IaaS, and a strong understanding of Azure security best practices. Proficiency in creating and managing ARM and Bicep templates and supporting DevOps teams is essential. This role will involve designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud-based solutions to meet our business needs. Responsibilities: Design, implement, and manage scalable, secure, and reliable cloud infrastructure on Microsoft Azure. Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using ARM and Bicep templates. Develop skill set across three domains (Infrastructure, Containers, and Networking) to better support the client. Ensure adherence to Azure security best practices and compliance requirements. Collaborate with DevOps teams to support CI/CD pipelines and automation processes. Monitor and optimize cloud resources for performance, cost, and scalability. Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to cloud infrastructure and services. Implement and manage Azure PaaS and IaaS solution, including on-premises server, storage, and database systems, among others. Independently and collaboratively lead client engagement workstreams focused on project, improvement, optimization, and transformation of processes. Communicate effectively and appropriately with both technical and non-technical audiences. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. 8+ years professional experience with multiple cloud platforms and technologies, including PaaS and IaaS. Ability to provide technical guidance and support to DevOps teams. Extensive experience with ARM/Bicep templates and Azure security best practices. Experience with distributed computing, complex architecture design, leading large-scale projects, and mentoring junior team members. Familiarity with managed Kubernetes services like Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Azure Container Apps. Skilled in creating and managing Azure hub and spoke networks, using Network Virtual Appliances (NVAs), Route Tables (UDRs), applying Network Security Groups (NSGs), and ExpressRoute circuits. Proven experience with the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework and Azure Well-Architected Framework. Managing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates through Azure DevOps (or similar toolset), including use of Git, work items, branching, pull requests, and pipelines. Experience with monitoring, optimizing cloud resources, and creating custom Azure Policies. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Experience in AI/Data-related project support with DevOps teams. Demonstrated experience with Security and IT Governance, including federated Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions, including MFA, as well as Cloud Access Security Broker tools, to govern secure access to resources. Familiarity with other Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Ansible. Other public cloud experience (AWS, Google, etc.). Azure VMware Solution (AVS) experience.
01/04/2025
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Enterprise Firm is currently seeking a Senior Cloud Hosting Services Engineer with strong Azure experience. Candidate will be the IT Infrastructure team's cloud SME. Candidate will demonstrate their knowledge and hands-on experience with Azure cloud tools/technologies The Sr. Cloud Engineer reports to the Manager of Infrastructure Services. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Microsoft Azure, including PaaS and IaaS, and a strong understanding of Azure security best practices. Proficiency in creating and managing ARM and Bicep templates and supporting DevOps teams is essential. This role will involve designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud-based solutions to meet our business needs. Responsibilities: Design, implement, and manage scalable, secure, and reliable cloud infrastructure on Microsoft Azure. Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using ARM and Bicep templates. Develop skill set across three domains (Infrastructure, Containers, and Networking) to better support the client. Ensure adherence to Azure security best practices and compliance requirements. Collaborate with DevOps teams to support CI/CD pipelines and automation processes. Monitor and optimize cloud resources for performance, cost, and scalability. Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to cloud infrastructure and services. Implement and manage Azure PaaS and IaaS solution, including on-premises server, storage, and database systems, among others. Independently and collaboratively lead client engagement workstreams focused on project, improvement, optimization, and transformation of processes. Communicate effectively and appropriately with both technical and non-technical audiences. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. 8+ years professional experience with multiple cloud platforms and technologies, including PaaS and IaaS. Ability to provide technical guidance and support to DevOps teams. Extensive experience with ARM/Bicep templates and Azure security best practices. Experience with distributed computing, complex architecture design, leading large-scale projects, and mentoring junior team members. Familiarity with managed Kubernetes services like Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Azure Container Apps. Skilled in creating and managing Azure hub and spoke networks, using Network Virtual Appliances (NVAs), Route Tables (UDRs), applying Network Security Groups (NSGs), and ExpressRoute circuits. Proven experience with the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework and Azure Well-Architected Framework. Managing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates through Azure DevOps (or similar toolset), including use of Git, work items, branching, pull requests, and pipelines. Experience with monitoring, optimizing cloud resources, and creating custom Azure Policies. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Experience in AI/Data-related project support with DevOps teams. Demonstrated experience with Security and IT Governance, including federated Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions, including MFA, as well as Cloud Access Security Broker tools, to govern secure access to resources. Familiarity with other Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Ansible. Other public cloud experience (AWS, Google, etc.). Azure VMware Solution (AVS) experience.
Automation Engineer - Contract Position in Dublin We are currently seeking an experienced Automation Engineer based in Dublin, Ireland. This position is ideal for someone with a mid-Senior level experience within GMP/Pharma/Biotech manufacuring that is looking for an interesting and varied role that includes working on ongoing Operations, Capital and Strategic projects. Key Responsibilities: System Oversight: Manage and oversee automation systems to ensure optimal uptime and performance. Access Management: Handle system user access, backups, and restores efficiently. Corrective Actions: Implement corrective measures and collaborate with vendor technical support to resolve issues. Project Execution: Identify, plan, and execute small projects aimed at enhancing system performance. Capital Planning: Contribute to capital planning, project execution, and meticulous documentation. Compliance: Ensure all activities comply with site and corporate Quality Systems. Deliverables: Create and maintain engineering deliverables and test scripts. Global Strategies: Develop and implement global automation strategies to standardize processes across the board. System Optimization: Maintain and optimize automation systems and infrastructure. Tailored Solutions: Develop solutions that are specifically tailored to our manufacturing environment. Project Management: Drive automation projects, ensuring that cost, schedule, and technical goals are met. Tech Trends: Stay updated with technology trends and benchmarks to keep the company at the forefront of innovation. Experience: Minimum of 5 years of work experience in GMP manufacturing with a strong expertise in automation. A broad understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and regulatory environments is essential. Experience in the pharmaceutical industry is advantageous. Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in automation solutions (Siemens, Omron, Mitsubishi, etc.) and knowledge of industry standards (GAMP, ANSI/ISA, 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11). Familiarity with ANSI/ISA-99,100 standards is a plus. Please visit our website to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit our website Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales
01/04/2025
Project-based
Automation Engineer - Contract Position in Dublin We are currently seeking an experienced Automation Engineer based in Dublin, Ireland. This position is ideal for someone with a mid-Senior level experience within GMP/Pharma/Biotech manufacuring that is looking for an interesting and varied role that includes working on ongoing Operations, Capital and Strategic projects. Key Responsibilities: System Oversight: Manage and oversee automation systems to ensure optimal uptime and performance. Access Management: Handle system user access, backups, and restores efficiently. Corrective Actions: Implement corrective measures and collaborate with vendor technical support to resolve issues. Project Execution: Identify, plan, and execute small projects aimed at enhancing system performance. Capital Planning: Contribute to capital planning, project execution, and meticulous documentation. Compliance: Ensure all activities comply with site and corporate Quality Systems. Deliverables: Create and maintain engineering deliverables and test scripts. Global Strategies: Develop and implement global automation strategies to standardize processes across the board. System Optimization: Maintain and optimize automation systems and infrastructure. Tailored Solutions: Develop solutions that are specifically tailored to our manufacturing environment. Project Management: Drive automation projects, ensuring that cost, schedule, and technical goals are met. Tech Trends: Stay updated with technology trends and benchmarks to keep the company at the forefront of innovation. Experience: Minimum of 5 years of work experience in GMP manufacturing with a strong expertise in automation. A broad understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and regulatory environments is essential. Experience in the pharmaceutical industry is advantageous. Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in automation solutions (Siemens, Omron, Mitsubishi, etc.) and knowledge of industry standards (GAMP, ANSI/ISA, 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11). Familiarity with ANSI/ISA-99,100 standards is a plus. Please visit our website to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit our website Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales
We're looking for a Senior Data Engineer to design, optimize, and scale ETL/ELT pipelines and manage data in PostgreSQL and MS SQL . What You'll Do: Build and optimize data pipelines for efficient processing Manage data storage, schema evolution, and versioning Automate workflows for performance, cost efficiency, and scalability What You Need: 4+ years as a Data Engineer 1+ year with Ruby on Rails Expertise in PostgreSQL and MS SQL Strong in Ruby , Rails , and Sidekiq Experience in designing data pipelines and workflow optimization Remote work across Poland with flexible European hours Work with a collaborative international team Apply today to join an exciting and growing project!
01/04/2025
We're looking for a Senior Data Engineer to design, optimize, and scale ETL/ELT pipelines and manage data in PostgreSQL and MS SQL . What You'll Do: Build and optimize data pipelines for efficient processing Manage data storage, schema evolution, and versioning Automate workflows for performance, cost efficiency, and scalability What You Need: 4+ years as a Data Engineer 1+ year with Ruby on Rails Expertise in PostgreSQL and MS SQL Strong in Ruby , Rails , and Sidekiq Experience in designing data pipelines and workflow optimization Remote work across Poland with flexible European hours Work with a collaborative international team Apply today to join an exciting and growing project!
Mechanical Engineer/Senior Mechanical Engineer North Bristol (2/3 days in office p/w) £30,000 - £60,000 *Please note we can only consider UK Nationals for this role due to security restrictions* We're passionate about what we do, but we don't take ourselves too seriously. Simply put, this a great place to be. So, when it comes to your life outside of work, ask us about our flexible and remote working policies designed to help you get the most out of life. As a Mechanical Engineer/Senior Mechanical Engineer in our 'Aerospace, Defence, Security and Technology' (ADS&T) business you will take the lead delivering a wide variety of projects, ranging from niche consultancy to large, high-profile programmes. Whether it's the challenge of aircraft electrification or designing critical equipment to support the UK's Continuous at Sea Deterrent, you can take pride in the impact your contribution will make on advancing our world. Your purpose: Mechanical Engineer/ Senior Mechanical Engineer Support/Lead the creation of optimal design solutions to address client requirements. Produce substantiation calculations and justifications to demonstrate design performance against requirements. Author and update technical documents. Manage your projects' delivery against time, cost and quality requirements. Support our quality assurance process through review or checking of colleagues' work. Present your work to our clients at formal reviews. Work within project teams, these may include placements at clients' sites. What you can bring: Mechanical/ Senior Mechanical Engineer Degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline. Chartership with a relevant engineering institution or be progressing towards obtaining this. Sound understanding of mechanical engineering principles and their application to varied projects and domains. Creativity and experience across the design life cycle including undertaking requirements capture, concept generation, development and down-selection. Familiarity with working to design codes and industry standards appropriate for a safety critical industry. Experience in the production of design documentation, including calculations, reports, specifications and requirements capture documents. Experience of leading teams to deliver mechanical engineering design projects. Experience working in the nuclear or other safety critical industry.
31/03/2025
Full time
Mechanical Engineer/Senior Mechanical Engineer North Bristol (2/3 days in office p/w) £30,000 - £60,000 *Please note we can only consider UK Nationals for this role due to security restrictions* We're passionate about what we do, but we don't take ourselves too seriously. Simply put, this a great place to be. So, when it comes to your life outside of work, ask us about our flexible and remote working policies designed to help you get the most out of life. As a Mechanical Engineer/Senior Mechanical Engineer in our 'Aerospace, Defence, Security and Technology' (ADS&T) business you will take the lead delivering a wide variety of projects, ranging from niche consultancy to large, high-profile programmes. Whether it's the challenge of aircraft electrification or designing critical equipment to support the UK's Continuous at Sea Deterrent, you can take pride in the impact your contribution will make on advancing our world. Your purpose: Mechanical Engineer/ Senior Mechanical Engineer Support/Lead the creation of optimal design solutions to address client requirements. Produce substantiation calculations and justifications to demonstrate design performance against requirements. Author and update technical documents. Manage your projects' delivery against time, cost and quality requirements. Support our quality assurance process through review or checking of colleagues' work. Present your work to our clients at formal reviews. Work within project teams, these may include placements at clients' sites. What you can bring: Mechanical/ Senior Mechanical Engineer Degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline. Chartership with a relevant engineering institution or be progressing towards obtaining this. Sound understanding of mechanical engineering principles and their application to varied projects and domains. Creativity and experience across the design life cycle including undertaking requirements capture, concept generation, development and down-selection. Familiarity with working to design codes and industry standards appropriate for a safety critical industry. Experience in the production of design documentation, including calculations, reports, specifications and requirements capture documents. Experience of leading teams to deliver mechanical engineering design projects. Experience working in the nuclear or other safety critical industry.
Head of Enterprise Architecture Permanent Dublin City Centre Hybrid The Head of Enterprise Architecture is a newly established leadership role integral to shaping the organization's future architecture. This position will spearhead the Enterprise Architecture team, driving capability establishment and scaling across the entire organization. As a pivotal leadership role, it demands strong managerial skills and extensive stakeholder engagement across senior levels within the organization. Responsibilities: Enterprise Architecture Leadership: Directing and overseeing Enterprise Architecture practices throughout the organization. Framework Establishment: Driving the development and maintenance of Architecture principles, policies, standards, and frameworks. Standardization Advocate: Ensuring technological standardization across the organizational landscape. Architecture Review Board Oversight: Setting up, operating, and optimizing the Architecture Review Board, aligning it with governance structures. Technology Communities Leadership: Leading organization-wide technology-focused communities of practice. Emerging Technology Enablement: Innovating new architecture patterns to support emerging technologies like Cloud, Data, and AI. Thought Leadership: Providing strategic thought leadership in technology, innovation, cost optimization, and efficiency improvements. Strategic Technology Strategy: Collaborating with business and technology leadership to craft a comprehensive technology strategy. Team Leadership: Leading, motivating, and aligning the team's performance with strategic objectives, employing talent management strategies. Budget Oversight: Contributing significantly to annual planning and budgeting, overseeing significant IT investments. Education & Qualifications: Educational Background: Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technology field, or equivalent work/education experience. Certifications: Architecture-related certificates (TOGAF, Zachman, etc.). Change Management Expertise: Proven experience as a Change Agent, leading organizations through strategic change and promoting the adoption of new technologies through effective change management. Enterprise Architecture Proficiency: Extensive experience in developing, leading, and implementing Enterprise Architecture practices across software development, application, and infrastructure technologies in large complex organizations. Technological Expertise: Expertise in modern software development practices, infrastructure, cloud, application, and enterprise architecture. Risk Management Knowledge: Deep understanding of IT governance, operational risk, product, and service life cycles. Stakeholder Influence: Ability to influence key senior stakeholders, aligning IT strategy with business value. Leadership Skills: Proven track record in leadership, talent acquisition, team motivation, effective delegation, and performance enhancement. Business and Technology Collaboration: Ability to partner with senior business and technology leaders, connecting technology and business goals for successful outcomes. Process Management Knowledge: Understanding of business process management, workflow, and integration methods/tools.
31/03/2025
Full time
Head of Enterprise Architecture Permanent Dublin City Centre Hybrid The Head of Enterprise Architecture is a newly established leadership role integral to shaping the organization's future architecture. This position will spearhead the Enterprise Architecture team, driving capability establishment and scaling across the entire organization. As a pivotal leadership role, it demands strong managerial skills and extensive stakeholder engagement across senior levels within the organization. Responsibilities: Enterprise Architecture Leadership: Directing and overseeing Enterprise Architecture practices throughout the organization. Framework Establishment: Driving the development and maintenance of Architecture principles, policies, standards, and frameworks. Standardization Advocate: Ensuring technological standardization across the organizational landscape. Architecture Review Board Oversight: Setting up, operating, and optimizing the Architecture Review Board, aligning it with governance structures. Technology Communities Leadership: Leading organization-wide technology-focused communities of practice. Emerging Technology Enablement: Innovating new architecture patterns to support emerging technologies like Cloud, Data, and AI. Thought Leadership: Providing strategic thought leadership in technology, innovation, cost optimization, and efficiency improvements. Strategic Technology Strategy: Collaborating with business and technology leadership to craft a comprehensive technology strategy. Team Leadership: Leading, motivating, and aligning the team's performance with strategic objectives, employing talent management strategies. Budget Oversight: Contributing significantly to annual planning and budgeting, overseeing significant IT investments. Education & Qualifications: Educational Background: Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technology field, or equivalent work/education experience. Certifications: Architecture-related certificates (TOGAF, Zachman, etc.). Change Management Expertise: Proven experience as a Change Agent, leading organizations through strategic change and promoting the adoption of new technologies through effective change management. Enterprise Architecture Proficiency: Extensive experience in developing, leading, and implementing Enterprise Architecture practices across software development, application, and infrastructure technologies in large complex organizations. Technological Expertise: Expertise in modern software development practices, infrastructure, cloud, application, and enterprise architecture. Risk Management Knowledge: Deep understanding of IT governance, operational risk, product, and service life cycles. Stakeholder Influence: Ability to influence key senior stakeholders, aligning IT strategy with business value. Leadership Skills: Proven track record in leadership, talent acquisition, team motivation, effective delegation, and performance enhancement. Business and Technology Collaboration: Ability to partner with senior business and technology leaders, connecting technology and business goals for successful outcomes. Process Management Knowledge: Understanding of business process management, workflow, and integration methods/tools.
Job title: Mechanical Engineer Location: Bristol (3 days on-site) Salary: Between £ 30 - 50 k per annum Job type: Permanent Clearance Required: SC clearance minimum level *Sole British nationals required as the project requires gold standard SC Clearance* A Mechanical Engineer is needed by iO Associates to work with a leading global design, engineering, and project management consulting company. They are employed in the infrastructure sector. Through the use of data-rich, virtual, interactive, and collaborative technologies, they help clients make more informed decisions for difficult jobs. Our organisation is looking for a versatile individual who can lead and deliver a wide range of projects, from major, high-profile programs to specialised consulting, as a Senior Mechanical Engineer. You bring proven knowledge and experience in: A mechanical engineering degree (or its equivalent) in a related field, as well as a chartership from an appropriate engineering school, or work towards obtaining one. Experience adhering to industry standards and design rules suitable for a safety-critical sector. Experience in creating design documentation, such as reports, calculations, specifications, and papers that encapsulate requirements. Previous experience in a safety-critical industry. Responsibilities: Encourage the development of the best possible design solutions to meet the needs of the client. Provide supporting calculations to show your designs will function as needed. Write technical papers and keep them up to date. Oversee the completion of your projects in accordance with the time, cost, and quality specifications. Assist our QA process by reviewing or verifying the work of colleagues. This is a hybrid role. This is an excellent opportunity to work for an international company that encourages and facilitates personal growth and career development throughout the organisation. Looking for sole British nationals who can be eligible for SC clearance and preferably gold standard.
31/03/2025
Full time
Job title: Mechanical Engineer Location: Bristol (3 days on-site) Salary: Between £ 30 - 50 k per annum Job type: Permanent Clearance Required: SC clearance minimum level *Sole British nationals required as the project requires gold standard SC Clearance* A Mechanical Engineer is needed by iO Associates to work with a leading global design, engineering, and project management consulting company. They are employed in the infrastructure sector. Through the use of data-rich, virtual, interactive, and collaborative technologies, they help clients make more informed decisions for difficult jobs. Our organisation is looking for a versatile individual who can lead and deliver a wide range of projects, from major, high-profile programs to specialised consulting, as a Senior Mechanical Engineer. You bring proven knowledge and experience in: A mechanical engineering degree (or its equivalent) in a related field, as well as a chartership from an appropriate engineering school, or work towards obtaining one. Experience adhering to industry standards and design rules suitable for a safety-critical sector. Experience in creating design documentation, such as reports, calculations, specifications, and papers that encapsulate requirements. Previous experience in a safety-critical industry. Responsibilities: Encourage the development of the best possible design solutions to meet the needs of the client. Provide supporting calculations to show your designs will function as needed. Write technical papers and keep them up to date. Oversee the completion of your projects in accordance with the time, cost, and quality specifications. Assist our QA process by reviewing or verifying the work of colleagues. This is a hybrid role. This is an excellent opportunity to work for an international company that encourages and facilitates personal growth and career development throughout the organisation. Looking for sole British nationals who can be eligible for SC clearance and preferably gold standard.
Senior Project Controls Engineer - Planning Defence Location: Bristol Job type: Permanent (Hybrid 2-3 days in office) Salary: up to £85,000 per annum Looking for a PERMANENT Senior Project Controls Engineer - Planning Defence to work for a multinational professional services company specialising in programme management, project management, cost management and consulting across the property, infrastructure and natural resources sectors. You will be working as part of a team delivering major project and programmes across the region. You will lead the planning individuals on high complexity, high risk project and programmes. Develop and maintain project schedules aligned with requirements, ensuring efficiency and clarity. Responsibilities : Develop and manage project schedules with the team. Track progress, identify issues, and improve efficiency. Support change management and status reporting. Analyze delays and recommend recovery plans. Skills: Professional working knowledge of Project Controls software and tools like Primavera P6. Have worked on Defence/Government projects is highly preferred. Experience with Project Planning and Scheduling across multiple stages of the Project life cycle. Please reply with your updated CV if you want to apply for this role or if you want more information on the job and company. *PS: Company can't provide any sponsorship, so only candidates with the existing right to work in the UK will be considered for this role.
27/03/2025
Full time
Senior Project Controls Engineer - Planning Defence Location: Bristol Job type: Permanent (Hybrid 2-3 days in office) Salary: up to £85,000 per annum Looking for a PERMANENT Senior Project Controls Engineer - Planning Defence to work for a multinational professional services company specialising in programme management, project management, cost management and consulting across the property, infrastructure and natural resources sectors. You will be working as part of a team delivering major project and programmes across the region. You will lead the planning individuals on high complexity, high risk project and programmes. Develop and maintain project schedules aligned with requirements, ensuring efficiency and clarity. Responsibilities : Develop and manage project schedules with the team. Track progress, identify issues, and improve efficiency. Support change management and status reporting. Analyze delays and recommend recovery plans. Skills: Professional working knowledge of Project Controls software and tools like Primavera P6. Have worked on Defence/Government projects is highly preferred. Experience with Project Planning and Scheduling across multiple stages of the Project life cycle. Please reply with your updated CV if you want to apply for this role or if you want more information on the job and company. *PS: Company can't provide any sponsorship, so only candidates with the existing right to work in the UK will be considered for this role.
A Manufacturing Bid Lead is required for a long term contract role based in Bolton Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days per week on-site due to workload classification * Experience working on complex bids advantageous with a proven record of accomplishment in the generation of costed proposals/manufacturing bids. Experience within an engineering or production environment would be of preference. * A good understanding of the manufacturing production process, from procurement right through to delivery * Commercially astute as working with cost models to generate costings for direct/in directs, materials and other costs associated with manufacturing of products * Strong presentation skills as the bid packs/cost brochures are generated using PowerPoint and presented to the Senior Management Team for approval * Excellent communication skills, as the Bid Team work across all programmes, there are a lot of stakeholders and it is important to create own networks and build strong relationships experience of working within multi-functional teams * Bid lead on behalf of manufacturing, ensure clarity of scope within Bid Directive and content aligns with manufacturing industrial policy. * Responsible for the generation of a cost base for manufacturing bids (Excel), analysing data to ensure it is quantifiable and has evidence backed data for 3-point estimating, * Responsible for the generations of manufacturing bids (PowerPoint), ensuring they are competitive, compliant and are in line with all business and commercial criteria. All risks have been assessed effectively, and are financial sound and competitive. * Ensuring at all times Manufacturing is providing value added contributions to the bid directive. * Develop, maintain a strong and collaborative working relationship with all key stakeholders, providing Manufacturing with forward visibility of future bids and market intelligence.(Skype/F2F - regular Catch up Meetings). * Ensuring manufacturing is a key stakeholder in the generation of bid data throughout the Life Cycle of the Project/Product, and adequately prepared to manage and deliver competitive and complaint bid proposals. * Generating awareness of the Manufacturing Bid Team across all Programmes. * Support the New Business Team in the identification of new business opportunities and the development of approaches to winning the business. * Actively participates in Functional & Strategic Change activities, support best practice & functional excellence. * Participate fully in developing, maintaining and modifying manufacturing processes and procedures in assigned areas in accordance with relevant standards, best practice and developing needs. Keen to adopt a continuous improvement attitude. * Support to the continued validation and evolution of the cost model and bidding methodology within manufacturing to ensure competitiveness checks are in place on all bids. (Excel). Ensuring costs reflect the latest assumptions, including Unit Production Cost (UPC) using actual cost data where possible and engineering estimates where not. * Collect, summarise and present information or data, carrying out pre-defined analyses and ensuring completeness and accuracy, and provide it to others for use in decision-making. Challenge data and information provided to ensure the Bid Pack is clear, and fully auditable back to the data source. * Ensure effective process governance in assigned areas ensuring projects adhere to all policies and procedures, promoting a culture of best practice sharing and knowledge exploitation, and contributing to relevant overall MBDA bidding activities Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
26/03/2025
Project-based
A Manufacturing Bid Lead is required for a long term contract role based in Bolton Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days per week on-site due to workload classification * Experience working on complex bids advantageous with a proven record of accomplishment in the generation of costed proposals/manufacturing bids. Experience within an engineering or production environment would be of preference. * A good understanding of the manufacturing production process, from procurement right through to delivery * Commercially astute as working with cost models to generate costings for direct/in directs, materials and other costs associated with manufacturing of products * Strong presentation skills as the bid packs/cost brochures are generated using PowerPoint and presented to the Senior Management Team for approval * Excellent communication skills, as the Bid Team work across all programmes, there are a lot of stakeholders and it is important to create own networks and build strong relationships experience of working within multi-functional teams * Bid lead on behalf of manufacturing, ensure clarity of scope within Bid Directive and content aligns with manufacturing industrial policy. * Responsible for the generation of a cost base for manufacturing bids (Excel), analysing data to ensure it is quantifiable and has evidence backed data for 3-point estimating, * Responsible for the generations of manufacturing bids (PowerPoint), ensuring they are competitive, compliant and are in line with all business and commercial criteria. All risks have been assessed effectively, and are financial sound and competitive. * Ensuring at all times Manufacturing is providing value added contributions to the bid directive. * Develop, maintain a strong and collaborative working relationship with all key stakeholders, providing Manufacturing with forward visibility of future bids and market intelligence.(Skype/F2F - regular Catch up Meetings). * Ensuring manufacturing is a key stakeholder in the generation of bid data throughout the Life Cycle of the Project/Product, and adequately prepared to manage and deliver competitive and complaint bid proposals. * Generating awareness of the Manufacturing Bid Team across all Programmes. * Support the New Business Team in the identification of new business opportunities and the development of approaches to winning the business. * Actively participates in Functional & Strategic Change activities, support best practice & functional excellence. * Participate fully in developing, maintaining and modifying manufacturing processes and procedures in assigned areas in accordance with relevant standards, best practice and developing needs. Keen to adopt a continuous improvement attitude. * Support to the continued validation and evolution of the cost model and bidding methodology within manufacturing to ensure competitiveness checks are in place on all bids. (Excel). Ensuring costs reflect the latest assumptions, including Unit Production Cost (UPC) using actual cost data where possible and engineering estimates where not. * Collect, summarise and present information or data, carrying out pre-defined analyses and ensuring completeness and accuracy, and provide it to others for use in decision-making. Challenge data and information provided to ensure the Bid Pack is clear, and fully auditable back to the data source. * Ensure effective process governance in assigned areas ensuring projects adhere to all policies and procedures, promoting a culture of best practice sharing and knowledge exploitation, and contributing to relevant overall MBDA bidding activities Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
We are recruiting for a Manufacturing Bid Lead for a leading defence organisation based in Bolton. This is a hybrid role with 2 days a week on site, 3 days WFH. Ideally you will have SC Clearance, if not you must be eligible to obtain it. Role Purpose: Bid lead on behalf of manufacturing, ensure clarity of scope within Bid Directive and content aligns with manufacturing industrial policy. Responsible for the generation of a cost base for manufacturing bids (Excel), analysing data to ensure it is quantifiable and has evidence backed data for 3-point estimating, Responsible for the generations of manufacturing bids (PowerPoint), ensuring they are competitive, compliant and are in line with all business and commercial criteria. All risks have been assessed effectively, and are financial sound and competitive. Ensuring at all times Manufacturing is providing value added contributions to the bid directive. Develop, maintain a strong and collaborative working relationship with all key stakeholders, providing Manufacturing with forward visibility of future bids and market intelligence.(Skype/F2F - regular Catch up Meetings). Ensuring manufacturing is a key stakeholder in the generation of bid data throughout the Life Cycle of the Project/Product, and adequately prepared to manage and deliver competitive and complaint bid proposals. Generating awareness of the Manufacturing Bid Team across all Programmes. Support the New Business Team in the identification of new business opportunities and the development of approaches to winning the business. Actively participates in Functional & Strategic Change activities, support best practice & functional excellence. Participate fully in developing, maintaining and modifying manufacturing processes and procedures in assigned areas in accordance with relevant standards, best practice and developing needs. Keen to adopt a continuous improvement attitude. Support to the continued validation and evolution of the cost model and bidding methodology within manufacturing to ensure competitiveness checks are in place on all bids. (Excel). Ensuring costs reflect the latest assumptions, including Unit Production Cost (UPC) using actual cost data where possible and engineering estimates where not. Collect, summarise and present information or data, carrying out pre-defined analyses and ensuring completeness and accuracy, and provide it to others for use in decision-making. Challenge data and information provided to ensure the Bid Pack is clear, and fully auditable back to the data source. Ensure effective process governance in assigned areas ensuring projects adhere to all policies and procedures, promoting a culture of best practice sharing and knowledge exploitation, and contributing to relevant overall bidding activities Experience: Experience working on complex bids advantageous with a proven record of accomplishment in the generation of costed proposals/manufacturing bids. Experience within an engineering or production environment would be of preference. A good understanding of the manufacturing production process, from procurement right through to delivery Commercially astute as working with cost models to generate costings for direct/in directs, materials and other costs associated with manufacturing of products Strong presentation skills as the bid packs/cost brochures are generated using PowerPoint and presented to the Senior Management Team for approval Excellent communication skills, as the Bid Team work across all programmes, there are a lot of stakeholders and it is important to create own networks and build strong relationships experience of working within multi-functional teams Ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team, with a proactive approach Ability to articulate theory that has been applied to a costing approach and ensure evidence is collated for audit purposes Experience of lessons learnt for ongoing continuous improvements in the bidding process Ability to work to tight deadlines across multiple bids Logical thinking, experience in data analytic and reporting Experience at communicating at a high level, interfacing with key stakeholders in order to respond to complex situations and effectively influence the function and wider business. Enthusiastic, pro-active and tenacious individual who can prioritise and understand strategic business needs as well as managing the day-to-day tactical decisions To succeed in this role, you will be required to be decisive, consistent and influential. This is an umbrella contract, the role is Inside IR35
26/03/2025
Project-based
We are recruiting for a Manufacturing Bid Lead for a leading defence organisation based in Bolton. This is a hybrid role with 2 days a week on site, 3 days WFH. Ideally you will have SC Clearance, if not you must be eligible to obtain it. Role Purpose: Bid lead on behalf of manufacturing, ensure clarity of scope within Bid Directive and content aligns with manufacturing industrial policy. Responsible for the generation of a cost base for manufacturing bids (Excel), analysing data to ensure it is quantifiable and has evidence backed data for 3-point estimating, Responsible for the generations of manufacturing bids (PowerPoint), ensuring they are competitive, compliant and are in line with all business and commercial criteria. All risks have been assessed effectively, and are financial sound and competitive. Ensuring at all times Manufacturing is providing value added contributions to the bid directive. Develop, maintain a strong and collaborative working relationship with all key stakeholders, providing Manufacturing with forward visibility of future bids and market intelligence.(Skype/F2F - regular Catch up Meetings). Ensuring manufacturing is a key stakeholder in the generation of bid data throughout the Life Cycle of the Project/Product, and adequately prepared to manage and deliver competitive and complaint bid proposals. Generating awareness of the Manufacturing Bid Team across all Programmes. Support the New Business Team in the identification of new business opportunities and the development of approaches to winning the business. Actively participates in Functional & Strategic Change activities, support best practice & functional excellence. Participate fully in developing, maintaining and modifying manufacturing processes and procedures in assigned areas in accordance with relevant standards, best practice and developing needs. Keen to adopt a continuous improvement attitude. Support to the continued validation and evolution of the cost model and bidding methodology within manufacturing to ensure competitiveness checks are in place on all bids. (Excel). Ensuring costs reflect the latest assumptions, including Unit Production Cost (UPC) using actual cost data where possible and engineering estimates where not. Collect, summarise and present information or data, carrying out pre-defined analyses and ensuring completeness and accuracy, and provide it to others for use in decision-making. Challenge data and information provided to ensure the Bid Pack is clear, and fully auditable back to the data source. Ensure effective process governance in assigned areas ensuring projects adhere to all policies and procedures, promoting a culture of best practice sharing and knowledge exploitation, and contributing to relevant overall bidding activities Experience: Experience working on complex bids advantageous with a proven record of accomplishment in the generation of costed proposals/manufacturing bids. Experience within an engineering or production environment would be of preference. A good understanding of the manufacturing production process, from procurement right through to delivery Commercially astute as working with cost models to generate costings for direct/in directs, materials and other costs associated with manufacturing of products Strong presentation skills as the bid packs/cost brochures are generated using PowerPoint and presented to the Senior Management Team for approval Excellent communication skills, as the Bid Team work across all programmes, there are a lot of stakeholders and it is important to create own networks and build strong relationships experience of working within multi-functional teams Ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team, with a proactive approach Ability to articulate theory that has been applied to a costing approach and ensure evidence is collated for audit purposes Experience of lessons learnt for ongoing continuous improvements in the bidding process Ability to work to tight deadlines across multiple bids Logical thinking, experience in data analytic and reporting Experience at communicating at a high level, interfacing with key stakeholders in order to respond to complex situations and effectively influence the function and wider business. Enthusiastic, pro-active and tenacious individual who can prioritise and understand strategic business needs as well as managing the day-to-day tactical decisions To succeed in this role, you will be required to be decisive, consistent and influential. This is an umbrella contract, the role is Inside IR35