Total 52 Art / Design / Entertainment job vacancies in Bristol , BS11 8DL

Your new company
Hays are working with a leading HR / payroll solutions organisation to recruit an exciting permanent role in their IT directorate. This is a Principal Cloud Architect, salary up to £85,000pa and can be predominantly remote. Some travel to offices may be required on ad hoc basis. The organisation has recently experienced growth and has a fantastic culture and is committed to diversity and inclusion.
Your new role
In the role you will be responsible for high level architecture & design across the cloud estate (Microsoft Azure) and help develop and build best practice architectural foundations. You'll support with wider long term strategic decisions and will advise, direct and govern technical teams from a cloud architecture / design perspective. You will have elements of hands on implementation working closely with Cloud / DevOps / Software Engineering teams.
What you'll need to succeed
To be considered for this role you must have experienced leading cloud architecture & strategy ideally in a SaaS environment.
You'll be an experienced cloud architect (azure preferred) with exposure operating at enterprise level as well as working with software teams on cloud implementations. You'll be experienced in building software products in an agile environment and be familiar with DevOps principals. You'll need good hands on technical experience as well as the ability to work strategically with key stakeholders across the directorate and organisation.
What you'll get in return
In return you'll work for a forward-thinking organisation in a senior role, with great influence across high level strategic aspects. You'll receive a salary up to £85,000 and be eligible for a great benefits pack. You'll also have the flexibility to work predominantly remotely, but could go into a local office if preferred (Bristol, London & across the UK)
What you need to do now


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EDF Energy is a core part of the EDF Group, one of the largest energy companies in Europe with key business operations in the UK, France, Italy and Belgium. We're the UK’s largest producer of low-carbon electricity, the biggest supplier of electricity by volume in Great Britain, the largest supplier to British businesses and we employ more than 13,000 people. We operate nuclear, coal and gas power stations, wind farms, and combined heat & power plants. We have a focus on safe, dependable energy generation and an ethos of service excellence. We are playing a leading role in new nuclear build in the UK to secure a bright future for the combined business and its employees.
Aztec West, Bristol
- with flexibility of working from home, minimum 3 days a week in the office.
Are you an enthusiastic Mechanical Engineer looking for the next step in your career? Are you able to follow project engineering procedures? Do you have excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills?

If so, join us as a Piping Engineer and you’ll join one of the most exciting and ambitious projects within EDF, as we continue to lead the rebirth of nuclear in the UK.

The Opportunity...

At Hinkley Point C (HPC) we are building two new nuclear reactors, the first in a new generation of nuclear power stations in the UK providing low carbon electricity for around six million homes.

EDF EPR Engineering UK (EPR-E) established in 2023, oversees the design (basic design) and the realisation (studies, procurement, erection, testing and commissioning) of nuclear islands for new projects.

EPR-E is responsible for delivering the design for a number of NI buildings, systems and equipment contracts for the Hinkley Point C EPR Project through an integrated team, support to HPC construction and commissioning activities, and preparing design replication feasibility and engineering activities for the Sizewell C Project. Therefore, a Technical Directorate is being created, responsible for the engineering disciplines and technical expertise required to deliver the different engineering projects through integrated teams in EPR-E.

We are currently seeking a junior to mid-grade engineer to join our esteemed piping design team.

As a Piping Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in the detailed design of a 300km piping network for the Nuclear Island, overseeing the process from the outset to fabrication and erection on site. Your contributions will be integral to our Open Point and UK Design Change management processes, ensuring all impacts are accurately categorised and logged for resolution.

Pay, benefits and culture…

Alongside a salary from £53,000 to £58,000, we offer a competitive benefits package, including a company pension scheme, a wide range of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle, and the opportunity to earn bonus.

At EDF, everyone’s welcome. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone has a voice and where you feel confident being yourself. We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We’d like our future workforce to have an equal gender balance, represent a broad mix of people from minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+, those with a disability and supporting social mobility.

We’re a disability confident employer and we’ll do all we can to help with your application, making adjustments as you need.

We’ll value the difference you bring and offer opportunities for you to thrive and succeed.

What you’ll be doing…


- Ensuring timely delivery of piping work packages and resolve issues blocking design maturity to support HPC installation schedule.
- Participating in the CTS delivery process, including kick-off meetings and documentation delivery.
- Overseeing piping and support design, including modelling in the 3D model.
- Preparing CAD tasks for designers in tracker and monitor completion.
- Leading troubleshooting investigations for emergent design issues.
- Interfacing with other departments to facilitate issue closure and ensuring adherence to internal procedures and standards.
- Maintaining high-quality design in the PDMS model and proposing technical solutions for design issues.

Who you are…

Your background may include some of the following:

- Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent diploma.
- Knowledge of piping engineering and plant design principles.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proactive and self-motivated approach to task completion.
- Ability to meet commitments and deadlines, following project engineering procedures.
- Strong interpersonal skills, comfortable interfacing outside of immediate team, and sharing knowledge to support team goals.

Closing Date: 17th April 2024

Join us and together we can help Britain achieve Net Zero.

#HinkleyPointCJobs #LI-Hybrid #DestinationNuclear #EDFNuclearJobs

Your New Company

Hays Building Services are pleased to be assisting a consultancy in Bristol with the recruitment of a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join their expanding team.

Your New Role

You will be the lead electrical engineer for multiple projects at various stages, lead and supervise the production of drawings in 2D and 3D design using Autocad/Revit as well as engage with design teams and clients during the design phase of projects.

You will monitor progress on site taking a leading role during commissioning and handover, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, supervise graduate and assistant engineers along with being responsible for financial management of projects.

What You'll Need To Succeed

You will have strong experience of designing electrical systems for buildings across a range of projects, be able to lead projects with a view to increasing management and leadership responsibilities, as well as be competent in software such as Amtech, Autocad, Revit, IES or Dialux.

What You'll Get In Return

This role is being offered with a salary between £55,000 - £75,000 per annum + bonus with good career progression on a permanent contract.

What You'll Need To Do Now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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Tooling Design Engineer

£35,000 - £45,000 + 5% Bonus

Hybrid - 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays - 5% Bonus - Cycle to work scheme - Health Care Cash Plan - Free online GP Services - Health and Wellbeing Scheme - Employee Assistance Program - Pension Scheme and more !

A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Tooling Design Engineer to join a UK and Global known manufacturing company in the Bristol Area!

With no day ever being the same the Tooling Design Engineer role offers genuine long-term progression and career development within a first-class organisation.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Produce and maintain the CAD for tooling and jigs
• Responsible for every detail of the tooling design and development process
• Ensuring new tools are recorded on ERP systems
• Validating designs through prototyping and simulation

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Experience working with injection moulding design
• Experience using 3D modelling software - SolidWorks
• Mould flow analysis knowledge and experience
• Knowledge of ERP systems

Package and Benefits:

• Hybrid
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Health Care Cash Plan
• Free online GP Services

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Either Bristol, Rosyth or Plymouth
Compensation: £43.944 - £51,339
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF57134

At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Mechanical Design Engineer. As a leading provider of naval ship support and maintenance we design, build, assemble, maintain, and upgrade international warships, delivering through-life support across the globe, ensuring that the UK Royal Navy and international navies go to sea safely.

We are looking to significantly expand our engineering and ship design teams in order to exploit these opportunities as well as our continuing work on in-service Naval platforms. If you are interested in taking your career in an exciting new direction, then consider Babcock for your next move. You will join a national team of over 800 engineers and designers within the Marine Sector of Babcock.

The role

Day to day, you'll be responsible for preparing, developing, and substantiating Marine and Mechanical designs through calculations, simulations, commissioning and diagnostic test support. They are required to contribute to product development throughout the design lifecycle and provide technical support, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of engineering outputs.

• Primary deliverables are substantiation reports/designs for installation solutions; this can include development/analysis and/or verification/validation of Power and Propulsion systems, development of Auxiliary Ship Systems and/or HVAC for existing and new build/concept designs.
• Preparation and production of substantiation reports for solutions throughout the entire design lifecycle in line with recognised standards and to the required time, cost and quality requirements.
• Liaising with, and providing support to, design teams and other stakeholders to ensure coordination and functionality of design, including supporting design reviews.
• Develop and support innovative design solutions.
• Provide solutions to manufacturing and installation issues by assisting in the resolution of technical and production queries.
• Produce technical reports and other documentation.
• Be aware of and ensure that, health, safety and environmental requirements are implemented.
• Assist with the maintenance and improvement in quantity standards of outputs.

The role is on a permanent basis with hybrid working. Base locations can be either Bristol, Plymouth or Rosyth.

Essential experience of the Mechanical Design Engineer

The Mechanical Design Engineer is required to demonstrate proven experience in mechanical engineering. Although not essential, defence related design experience and demonstrable experience in CAD, FEA and CFD would be an advantage.

Qualifications for the Mechanical Design Engineer:

• Ideally degree qualified but HND/HNC level qualification in an engineering discipline with extensive experience in relevant field will be considered.

What we offer

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity
• Potential to develop skills.
• Opportunities to travel within the UK.
• Potential to travel internationally.
• A dynamic working environment.

Babcock International

For over 130 years Babcock International have helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.

If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please let us know. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Eligibility - BPSS & SC eligible or cleared (no visa sponsorship provided)
Contractor Benefits - Private Medical Insurance & Life Insurance included

Skills Required:

Modified Drawings/Models/Products uploaded to PASS SSI using CAD INT
BOM and ECN modified or recreated in PASS SSI
Check Sheet completed by the designer for each drawing/model
Job Description:

Concept generation, detailed design & development, support qualification and production.
Update design specs to reflect changes as required.
Manage the execution of the work packages identified and ensure the convergence of the delivery plans with customer requirements.
Define integrated design solutions for new components/assemblies and modifications to existing components (Composites and metallic).
Optimise the design solutions, based on the correct balance of cost, quality, manufacturability, serviceability and performance.
Provide evidence of design compliance with Technical specifications (DFMEA, testing).
Ensure own quality of deliveries, verify, check and sign off on Program co-workers' engineering drawings.
Produce engineering schemes, models and drawings for components/assemblies in line with the requirements of the Programme.
Prepare drawings and other engineering data required for the manufacturing of the product and data submittal to the customer.
To communicate effectively with co-worker, customer and suppliers.
Configuration services, BOM creation using codified components.
Modelling, simulation and prototyping services.
Design or amendment of Components, Products to a specification.
Design for cost/manufacture services.
Produce Initial concept/layout drawings and or detailed and accurate drawings.
3+ years of experience required.
Delivery and installation strategies, installation designs (red/green drawings), mod packs for installing hardware products onto platforms.

Eligibility - BPSS & SC eligible or cleared (no visa sponsorship provided)
Contractor Benefits - Private Medical Insurance & Life Insurance included

Candidate Requirements:

Experienced in airframe structure design engineering development.
Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering graduate or post graduate with a minimum 6 to 10 years of experience in executing Design activities.
Having experience working on eVTOL aircraft design, build and test related work is an advantage for this position.
Must to have skills:

Design engineering experience and coordinate with an authorized Design Approver Signatory on Airframe structure - metallic and/or composite aero structures.
Excellent knowledge of Aero structures, Wing, Empennage and Fuselage.
Excellent knowledge of computerized design and analysis methods (CATIA V5).
Experience with GD&T, (tolerance stack up).
Good experience of aerospace Composite (honeycomb)/Metallic materials and manufacturing processes.
Customer focused/Ability to establish credibility with internal and external customers.
Awareness of A/C industry standards, regulations and qualification requirements.
Good English verbal and written communication skills.
Able to work to tight, demanding deadlines and customer demands.
Ability to work effectively within an integrated project team.
Desired Skills:

Dassault 3D Experience
Microsoft Office and Teams
Product Lifecycle Management (Windchill)
Job Description:

Candidate with experience in providing design and build services to a customer for a prototype electrical vertical take-off/landing aircraft.
The Design engineer along with a team is required to be provided through a capacity offload solution to prepare composite and metallic structure detail and assembly definitions.
The role requires to delivery professional design engineering services per week for the stated duration of this engagement providing design, and design checking capability.
The design engineer along with a team of engineers must be capable of delivering design engineering, including but not limited to creation and cross check of model-based definitions within the 3D Experience digital mock-up (DMU).
The design engineer along with a team of engineers must be able to act as an independent team, however, there may be occasions when some engagement with other relevant engineering teams to ensure compatibility and continuity of design is maintained. In particular, co-ordination with the Systems Integration team members is essential to ensure structure is considerate of systems routing needs.
The design engineer along with a team of engineers will report via a designated Lead through to the relevant Design Lead for the Programme(s).
Delivery will require some physical attendance at customer facilities for key meetings and design reviews, although an element of hybrid working between customer offices and Supplier offices is considered to be acceptable.
Experienced in airframe structure design engineering development.
Perform Design activities and interact within the team and interface teams towards a common objective for design maturity.
Define design solutions for new components/assemblies and modifications to existing components (Composites and metallic) according to cost, weight, quality, manufacturability, serviceability and performance.
To provide evidence of design compliance with Customer/Technical specifications.
Prepare drawings and other engineering data required for the manufacturing of the product and data submittal to the customer.
Produce ECN as required to support manufacturing, customers, quality, and certification.
Ensure own and teams' quality of deliveries.

Develop Technical Strategies: Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and objectives, and translate them into comprehensive technical strategies for developing digital and data architecture. Create roadmaps and digital architectural designs that support the BNSSG Digital Strategy and long-term vision of the ICB and integrated care system. Architectural Design: Design and implement robust, scalable, and secure technical solutions that meet business and regulatory requirements. Define and support core architecture standards to ensure consistency and coherence across projects. This includes supporting the development of a Technical Architecture (TA) modelling approach that will integrate data and digital processes with wider human and operational processes Technical Oversight: Provide technical leadership and guidance to teams to proactively identify and resolve technical issues and risks. Technology Evaluation: Assess the viability and suitability of emerging technologies, tools, and platforms. Conduct research and provide recommendations on the adoption of new technologies, as well as upgrades or replacements to existing systems. Support the evaluation and contract management of system wide solutions. Team Collaboration: Collaborate with system and regional wide teams, to ensure alignment and proper integration of technical components. Provide guidance and support to teams on best practices, and technical implementation. Continuous Improvement: Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in technology architecture. Actively participate in knowledge-sharing initiatives and promote a culture of ongoing learning and improvement within the ICB.

Design and Technology Technician
37 hours per week, term time plus Inset days and 2 weeks in school holidays to support the needs of the school.
Permanent, required as soon as possible
Salary: £21277 - £23314 pa
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic individual to join our innovative and successful Design & Technology department to support the teaching of a wide range of Design, Art and Technology subjects. Key responsibilities will include:
● assisting in practical lessons
● preparing equipment and teaching areas
● maintaining equipment
● ensuring a safe environment for students and staff
The successful candidate will have practical and technical skills, with the ability to solve problems, strong organisational and ICT skills.
Training will be provided in areas that more knowledge is required
Essential skills: Ability to work as part of a team
A willingness to undertake appropriate training in areas not already skilled in
Good communicator.
Initiative to pre-empt jobs and prepare materials and resources needed.
ICT skills in basic software
Practical skills
Strong organisational skillsDesirable skills:Technical skills in Design and Technology subjects.
Knowledge of Health and safety regulations for the workshop.
Computer Aided Design skills
Applicants must also be self-motivated, possess excellent interpersonal/ communication skills and have the ability to work with students. Relevant experience within a secondary school setting is desirable, but this is not essential, as appropriate training will be provided. If you are enthusiastic about design technology and enjoy inspiring others, this post offers an excellent opportunity to utilise your training / experience and develop skills within a friendly team.
St Katherine’s is an oversubscribed and successful school with a strong sense of community. The school was rated good by Ofsted in December 2021. We are a community school without a faith designation and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, beliefs, and religions. We respect and value diversity and inclusivity in our community.
Our mission:
We are St Katherine’s — a nurturing and inclusive community, united in the pursuit of excellence
We are located in a beautiful rural setting on the edge of Bristol. Our thriving, diverse community is founded on our core values of respect, responsibility and resilience; we actively encourage everyone within our community to ‘live and breathe’ our values every day. The school aims to create an environment where all students feel confident, secure and valued to help them perform at their best.
We are committed to professional development and offer internal and external leadership training, leading profiling and shadowing opportunities. Coaching is embedded within our school to support and develop leadership potential and career progression for all staff. In addition, we actively promote opportunities for Trust wide working and collaboration across the trust is integral to our development.
St Katherine’s School is part of the Cathedral Schools Trust. Cathedral Schools Trust is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the strength in diversity. Our schools have a wide range of cultural, socio economic and religious influences and we use this to ensure that we broaden our understanding of each other and the world. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or religious belief, sex or sexual orientation, gender reassignment, disability or age, and maternity, marital or civil partner status.
If you would like to find out more about the school please visit the school website
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts at Cathedral Schools Trust are subject to pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, initial and periodic enhanced level checks with the Disclosure and Barring Service.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is midnight 28 April 2024
Interviews will be held during w/c 29 April 2024
We reserve the right to appoint before the deadline for an exceptional candidate.

ELECTRICAL DESIGN ENGINEER - BRISTOL

£48,000 + Annual Bonus Scheme, 25 days + Bank Holidays, Flexible working, Hybrid working, Medical cashback plan, 7x DIS, Access to Perkbox.

Due to ongoing success and company expansion, my client are looking to add to their skilled design team with the addition of an Electrical Design Engineer.

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Electrical Design Engineer. If you're a driven & highly motivated person wishing to craft out a successful and rewarding future in what is a truly unique environment, this could be the role for you. You will be working on a variety of projects for products which are manufactured and supplied to all parts of the globe.

THE ROLE:

Design Electrical control systems using latest CAD software.

Produce Bill of Materials using product lifecycle management software.

Produce shop floor wiring plans.

Assist shop floor fitters with build instructions and face to face support.

Understand and complete safety system checks.

Work within a team of software engineers and mechanical engineers.

THE PERSON:

Electrical Engineering HNC or equivalent qualification.

Design Engineering experience within manufacturing environments.

Engineering Design experience using AutoCAD electrical or EPLAN.

Ability to design for manufacture and assembly.

Design to cost targets.

Understanding of Servo motion technology - Desirable.

BENEFITS:

£48,000 + Annual Bonus Scheme, 25 days + Bank Holidays, Flexible working, Hybrid working, Medical cashback plan, 7x DIS, Access to Perkbox.

Please contact Brandon Hewitt-Hunt for more opportunities in Engineering or Manufacturing.

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER - BRISTOL

£40,000 + Annual Bonus Scheme, 25 days + Bank Holidays, Flexible working, Hybrid working, Medical cashback plan, 7x DIS, Access to Perkbox.

Due to ongoing success and company expansion, my client are looking to add to their skilled design team with the addition of an Mechanical Design Engineer.

We are looking for a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer. If you're a driven & highly motivated person wishing to craft out a successful and rewarding future in what is a truly unique environment, this could be the role for you. You will be working on a variety of projects for products which are manufactured and supplied to all parts of the globe.

THE ROLE:

Working on design projects for customers, primarily designing Packaging machinery and Product handling equipment.

Accountable for all mechanical aspects of a project and provide technical guidance to customers.

Attend specification meetings with global customers.

Be aware of cost targets in design, purchasing, and assembly.

Carry out risk assessments on machinery and assemblies of machinery.

Attend project meetings and update the Project Managers on engineering progress.

THE PERSON:

Experience using SolidWorks.

Ability to design for manufacture and assembly.

The ability to read and produce 2D production drawings applying GD&T where necessary.

Problem solving and trouble shooting ability.

Ideally possess an Engineering Degree, Minimum HNC

Minimum 3 years experience in a Design Engineering role.

BENEFITS:

£39,000 + Annual Bonus Scheme, 25 days + Bank Holidays, Flexible working, Hybrid working, Medical cashback plan, 7x DIS, Access to Perkbox.

Please contact Brandon Hewitt-Hunt for more opportunities in Engineering or Manufacturing.

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Job Title: Network System Lead Architect - Telecoms
Location: Either Corsham or Bristol with hybrid working
Compensation: Competitive
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF55831

At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Network System Lead Architect at either of our Corsham or Bristol sites.

The role

As a Network System Lead Architect, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. Babcock have been awarded the contract to manage and develop the UK MOD satellite network, Skynet. As part of this an extensive modernisation programme is taking place. This role will lead the team to maintain the current Network Management System for the communications network and assist in development and deployment of the architecture to modernise and enhance the system. A background in Telecoms network management and understand of current products and methodologies is essential, and any knowledge of satellite operations would be an advantage.

Day to day, you'll be responsible for specifying new Network Management Systems requirements with input from users, working with key suppliers to develop and implement a new management system for the UK Skynet network, and test and commissioning of the installed system.

Essential experience of the Network System Lead Architect:

• Proven experience of the design and operation of telecom network management systems
• Demonstratable experience in the defence or telecommunication industry
• Understanding of change and configuration control process in the context of the Engineering Design Lifecycle
• Be conversant with the standards relating to the Systems Engineering discipline (e.g. ISO/IEC/IEEE15288)

Qualifications for the Network Management System Architect:

We value difference and don't have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.

Please note that this position is subject to national security vetting. The successful candidate must be a sole UK national who is able to satisfy Ministry of Defence security requirements (this will include obtaining SC, NNPPI or Developed Vetting (DV) level of security clearances).

Our Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance
• Contributory Pension scheme, with life assurance
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows most employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity

Babcock International

For over a century Babcock International have helped to defend nations, protect communities, and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.

If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please let us know. We are committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Our client, a trusted partner of the UK's Ministry of Defence, are seeking an experienced EW RF System Design Engineer to join their team. Our client is expanding their Electromagnetic Warfare (EW) capabilities, and the successful candidate will be responsible for designing the RF System. The EW Group supports activities on relevant weapon systems and missile projects. The RF System Design Engineer will work closely with the missile systems team to ensure seamless integration of RF equipment into the missile.

What we're looking for:

The EW group is ideally looking for a person who exhibits / holds a range of the following qualities / experience:

• Having knowledge of RF systems is essential, especially in an EW context or similar applications such as communications or radar systems.
• The ideal candidate should possess a solid technical understanding of RF/Microwave and electronic systems, including algorithm design and implementation.
• System design engineering skills including: requirements elicitation, decomposition, and management; system design, integration, and test; system verification and validation
• Proficient in one or more systems design toolsets (e.g. SysML, DOORS and/or Rhapsody).
• EW tactics and techniques and Antenna design and / or EM modelling
• Understand and know about Integrated Air Defence Systems.
• System-level RF modelling, with the use of tools such as MATLAB and Simulink
• Experience in supplier management (typically undertaken with the support of a Procurement Lead)
• Work package and project management, with the ability to manage schedule, cost, quality, and performance metrics

"Please Note: This project is a UK eyes only requires all employees to achieve the appropriate clearance relevant to the role".

More about the role:

Our client's relationship with the UK military spans back over 70 years. They have delivered countless landmarks in defence engineering, supplying vital defence capability to meet the needs of the armed forces over land, sea, and air.

This role is based at our client's state-of-the-art facility in Bristol, which is crucial to missile operations. The location offers exceptional transport links, great learning and development prospects, and a range of social, charitable, and sporting activities.

Guidant Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

£650 per day

3 months (with view to extend)

Bristol (2-3 days a week onsite)

Your new company

You will be joining a leading independent technology and services provider, trusted by large corporate and public sector organisations. They are a responsible business that believes in winning together for our people and our planet. They help their customers to Source, Transform and Manage their technology infrastructure to deliver digital transformation, enabling people and their business. As such, they are now urgently seeking an experienced Interim SC Cleared Solutions Architect.

Your new role

You are expected to have a deep understanding of Oracle database technology, spanning multiple versions, and demonstrated by prior experience in administration or consultation. Your knowledge should encompass standalone, virtualised, and clustered environments. You should be capable of technical solution design, particularly in designing and configuring high availability and disaster recovery scenarios. A security-first mindset, in line with CIS Benchmarks, is crucial. You should also be adept at scalability planning, database maintenance and operations, encryption, and testing. These skills are essential for ensuring the robust and secure operation of Oracle databases.

What you need to succeed

You will need to have proven experience in Oracle Database design and build, along with a broad understanding of storage (including replication), networking, Active Directory, and server technologies (including virtualisation). You should have the demonstrated ability to present formal training to a number of delegates and/or have published technical Oracle articles in any format (blog, white paper, internal training documentation etc.). You should be able to engage in IT discussions related to availability, agility, business value, security management, disaster recovery, and data protection. An awareness of other database technologies (SQL Server) is also required. You should be fluent in PL/SQL and have experience deploying Oracle Database for Teamcenter and SAP. Accreditations in Oracle Database versions 19c & 18c are also expected. ACTIVE SC CLEARANCE IS ESSENTIAL FOR THIS ROLE.

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Job Title: Principal Naval Architect - Outfitting
Location: Bristol, Plymouth, or Rosyth
Compensation: Competitive + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF 56319

At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Principal Naval Architect at our Bristol, Plymouth, or Rosyth sites.

Babcock is rapidly establishing itself as an international Naval ship designer and builder. We have built on the success of the UK MoD Type-31 Frigate and have secured contracts for frigate export variants (AH140) with overseas customers. As well as supporting exports of frigates, the engineering team is actively working on other ship newbuild and life extension programs around the world, from small fast attack craft all the way up to aircraft carriers.

We are looking to significantly expand our engineering and ship design teams in order to exploit these opportunities and so if you are interested in taking your career in an exciting new direction then consider Babcock for your next move.

The role

As a Principal Naval Architect, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. This is a highly prestigious position within our complex shipbuilding programme, developing designs through concept and early-stage design as well as supporting the bidding process.

Day to day:

• You will be responsible for developing and leading the delivery of technical solutions across outfitting, from concept design studies, new build bid submissions to final vessel acceptance. You are required to be lead the development of not only the technical solutions but also the individuals and teams they work in.
• You will lead design teams throughout the design lifecycle to ensure coordination and functionality of design. Support the development of the team members to support both their effective working, and their development. You will develop innovative design solutions and processes as well as produce substantiation reports for tasks undertaken including stability assessment, concept designs etc.
• You will produce technical reports and other documentation while leading the maintenance and improvement in quantity standards of outputs.
• In addition, you will belong to the wider engineering capability group and will have the opportunity to support other projects in different roles within your discipline with a focus on longer term career development.

At Babcock, we have a history of helping talent go far. With our track record of innovation, you will continually develop your knowledge and expertise in an interesting and rewarding environment.

This is a permanent position, working Monday to Friday. We offer flexible working to give people more options to better integrate their work and personal life, whilst ensuring that business needs are met. This role provides flexible working with office attendance and travel to meet project requirements. We are happy to discuss this with you in more detail.

Essential experience of the Principal Naval Architect:

Experience in the naval/marine industry and experience of using a variety of naval architecture packages and extensive knowledge of design packages e.g., ship stability, 2D & 3D CAD.

Qualifications for the Principal Naval Architect:

• Either Degree qualified but HND/HNC level qualification in an Engineering discipline with extensive practical design experience in outfitting and ship design will be considered
• You will ideally be a member of a relevant institution (e.g., RINA, IET, IMechE, IMarEst etc.) and either hold Chartered engineer status or working towards Chartered engineering status and be considered a subject matter expert in your field.

The successful candidate must be able to achieve SC security clearance for this role.

Our Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave.
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows most employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement.
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity.

Babcock International

This role is within the Marine Sector of Babcock International Group. The Marine Sector delivers a wide array of complex through-life marine engineering services. Ranging from UK and international naval fleet support, commercial marine, engineering consultancy, weapons handling, equipment support, intelligence, cyber security, and training delivered through unique owned and managed infrastructure to defence and civil customers across the globe.

Babcock International Group is committed to building an inclusive culture and strives to attract talent who thrive in an inclusive and flexible working environment. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please let us know and will respond in a way that best fit your specific needs.

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