Solution Architect - Authoring Systems

Solution Architect - Authoring Systems - £850 per day - Inside IR35 - 6 months initial contract - Hybrid working from a site near Derby.

My client, a global nuclear engineering organisation, is looking for an experienced Solution Architect with expertise in authoring systems to join them on a contract basis.

The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing CAD Solutions (Siemens NX & Autodesk suites) aligned with business requirements, while leading investigations, analyses, and conceptual to detailed designs.

As a Solution Architect - Authoring Systems, you will play a pivotal role in solving complex problems, making disciplined design decisions, and ensuring the successful integration of CAD solutions within the organisation.

Key Responsibilities -

• Lead the implementation of Siemens NX & Autodesk suite solutions, ensuring alignment with business needs.
• Investigate, analyse, visualise, and develop conceptual and detailed designs.
• Evaluate technical feasibility and apply best practices in solution development.
• Create, review, and approve High-Level Designs, Low-Level Designs, deployment guides, and build specifications from external vendors.
• Lead business process design discussions, troubleshoot, and debug solution components.
• Ensure effective integration of CAD data into Teamcenter.
• Configure files for STEP, JT, and Knowledge Fusion code for NX Checkmate.
• Plan and manage application updates and bug fixes to maintain system performance.
• Assist in training and supporting users.
• Translate business requirements into functional solutions, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture.
• Define and prioritise User Stories to deliver critical business functionality.
• Deliver prioritised requirements and User Stories to maximise business benefits.

Technical Skills & Experience -

• Recognised expertise in Siemens NX & Autodesk product suites.
• Strong knowledge of CAD validation processes and tools.
• Expertise in CAD derivatives and system integration.
• Experience in creating, reviewing, and approving technical documentation.
• Proven ability to resolve complex issues within the Siemens product suite.
• Experience in business process design and solution architecture.
• Ability to analyse and maintain system performance.
• Strong problem-solving skills and decision-making capabilities.
• Experience working with stakeholders to define requirements and prioritise backlogs.

Qualifications & Experience -

• Degree in Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in process improvement and software solutions.
• Proven track record in delivering high-value business outcomes across Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) domains.
• Hands-on experience in detailed design, build, and testing of applications.
• Ability to conduct root cause analysis and propose alternative solutions.
• Experience in test plan development, functional testing, and user acceptance testing.