The role
The role of Automation Transformation- Senior Advisor within the Industrial Transformation Group, is responsible for providing leadership and delivery of a specific function and/or for the technical delivery of large programmes of work for customers in a variety of sectors including aerospace, defence and security.
You will work with manufacturing clients using the MTC structured engagement process and MTC Delivery Methods. By deploying the discovery process, you will define the current state of manufacturing operations using assessment and mapping tools with the purpose of capturing opportunities for productivity improvement and technology insertion to support the shaping of the future direction and their business strategy.
Collaborating with colleagues in the Automation Transformation team you will deliver the objectives of the team and the wider Technology Adoption Department and Industrial Transformation Group.
Main Responsibilities:
Your main responsibilities will include:-
leading projects with manufacturing clients at their site(s)
running client discovery workshops to identify and explore relevant information
scoping out potential opportunities for the deployment of manufacturing best practice and technology application
evaluating opportunities to define work packages with clear value propositions
scoping and delivering programmes of work to deliver a step change in volume, quality or efficiency by introducing new equipment, processes and working methods into an existing production system
scoping/delivering programmes of work to up-scale and industrialise prototype production
running workshops to identify suitable technology opportunities to support strategic growth
developing pilot programmes for technology projects, which may include planning for technology selection
technical leadership of client facing projects, to include the leadership of project teams comprising engineers from across the Industrial Transformation Group i.e. Business, Digital, Automation, Technology and Sustainability Transformation and MTC Technology Groups i.e. Advanced Production Systems (APS), Digital Engineering (DE), Component Manufacturing Technologies (CMT) and AMTC Future Skills team
train, be approved and operate as a Technical Governor on nominated projects
deliver work packages from the resulting Automation Transformation project framework which prepare the business for automation/technology insertion resulting from deploying the following standard productsautomation discovery project framework
feasibility project framework
supplier engagement project framework
maintaining and developing system integrator database supply chain
support the Technology Groups in work packages to develop the technology solutions
perform technical and administrative roles to ensure effective delivery of MTC’s business.
Person Specification:
The Senior Advisor will be responsible for teams within projects and potentially within Industrial Transformation Group so must have the following attributes and skills:
a persuasive personality able to explain technical concepts to varying audiences
well-developed problem-solving abilities and strong analytical skills
manufacturing engineering experience, ideally gained in a production relevant environment or equipment provider
knowledge of the specific technology landscape and providers within your industry
have previously delivered work packages in one of the following areas: equipment specification, installation, commissioning, ramp-up, new product introduction, new technology introduction, capability acquisition, process development
interest in working within the defence and security sector (optional). Relevant experience or a desire to transfer previous knowledge and skills from another sector
high level stakeholder management, both internally and externally
willing and able to hold and maintain an appropriate level of security clearance
commercially and financially astute
independent and driven self-starter and completer-finisher
performs well in a customer facing role
able to absorb a wide range of developments in technology and see how these can add value to the industrial sector
communicating technical information in a credible way, with a level of detail that is appropriate to the audience
supporting governance of the MTC Project Management Process
ability to "think out of the box", identify and resolve issues using a strongly analytical approach and challenge the status quo
excellent decision-making capability, able to manage multiple concurrent tasks and prioritize effectively
computer literate
experience in the manufacturing sector is essential as a manufacturing engineer, manufacturing manager/director, MD, management consultant
experience of manufacturing technology implementation projects is desirable.
All aspects of the role are to be carried out as an exemplar within the business in adhering to the MTC Blueprint:
Ability to organise and prioritise workload to meet deadlines and resolve conflicting demands
Ability to work as a member of a team sharing knowledge, providing guidance and technical advice
A high aptitude for learning, innovation & personal development
A persuasive personality able to explain technical concepts to varying audiences
Well-developed problem-solving abilities and strong analytical skills
Ability to provide different perspectives, options and ideas to overcome challenges.
Interview Process
Once you submit your application, this will be passed on to our Talent Acquisition team for review. If you are successfully shortlisted, the next steps will be a 2-stage interview process and a technical test (if applicable for your role).
Reference and Security Checks
Due to the nature of our business, all employment is subject to satisfactory references being obtained alongside a level of security clearance checks.
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