Principal Systems Engineer – Architecture and Modelling Capability Lead

Job Description

Architecture & Modelling Capability Lead

BMT is dedicated to tackling the most crucial engineering challenges of our era, fostering an environment where individuals with exceptional technical expertise provide meaningful, practical solutions. Committed to creating a safer, more efficient, effective, and sustainable future, BMT values diversity, equity, and inclusion, recognizing their pivotal role in achieving our business purpose. Learn more about BMT at www.bmt.org.

At BMT, we pride ourselves on being a verified flexible workplace, providing freedom and choice. We understand not everyone has the same needs in order to make work, work for them and their lives - we'd love you to discuss any requirements for flexibility with us - we can't promise to fulfil every request but we do promise to listen to what matters to you. Learn more about our flexible status at Flexa Careers

Why Work for Us?

Joining BMT means gaining access to a comprehensive set of employee benefits designed to empower your success. In addition to a competitive salary, our offerings encompass health, family, finance, and personal development, including:

• Private Medical (family coverage)
• Enhanced Pension
• 18 weeks enhanced maternity pay (after a qualifying period of 1 year)
• Family friendly policies
• Committed to an inclusive culture
• Wellbeing Fund – an annual fund for personal hobbies or interests
• 26 Days Annual Leave (plus bank holidays)
• Holiday Trading
• Retail Vouchers
• Professional Subscriptions

About the role

We are increasingly using our knowledge and expertise to drive transformative designs, technology and solutions around the world that will contribute towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). BMT’s focus SDGs are Climate Action and Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure. These goals matter most to our stakeholders and are where we believe we can have the greatest impact towards a better future.

We are seeking individuals who are passionate about addressing these global challenges and are proactive in finding opportunities to integrate sustainable practices as part their role.

This role is if a fundamental part of BMT’s Systems Engineering Capability Leadership, it will report directly into the Head of Capability and lead by example through delivery. A successful individual will be developing the vision for a future state of architectural practice with the Head of Capability and Chief Systems Engineer. This will include:

• Leading and encouraging thought leadership and innovation as it relates to the domain expertise.
• Skill development ensuring that all resources have the skills needed to deliver to the expected quality and where necessary identify training.
• Tooling, ensuring that the right tools are available when required.
• Team engagement to ensure any vision is shared by the team, championing a positive culture and working environment.
• The role of professional development, mentoring and training in realising the vision.

In terms of location, we have offices in Bath, Bristol, London and Portsmouth, we are happy to explore flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Please note that travel to customer sites or to attend meetings will be required, and our customers are primarily based in Bristol. This role is available we’re happy to consider part time or full-time candidates, with hybrid working agreements.

About you

Ideally you will have some or all the following:

• Experience with concept phase projects.
• Experience with technology development.
• Experience of leading the development of architectures
• Professionally recognised with an appropriate institution e.g. CEng, A/C/ESEP.
• Confident in a customer facing/consultation role.
• Systematic and logical in your approach to problem solving.

We expect you to share our passion for creating a more environmentally and socially sustainable future for all our stakeholders

Missing skills? Let us be the judge! BMT are passionate about people; we recognise that technology moves quickly and that no one can learn everything, which is why we seek those who can adapt and demonstrate the aptitude to learn. With enthusiasm and the right attitude, we can help you discover your potential.

This role will require full UK security clearance and you should have resided in the UK for the past 5 years.

What's Next?

If you are ready to contribute your skills and passion to a dynamic team addressing impactful challenges, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity with BMT. Join us in shaping a safer, more efficient, and sustainable future.

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