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Enterprise Applications Specialist - PLM / Engineering Systems

Contractair Ltd · Switzerland

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About this role

Enterprise Applications Specialist – PLM / Engineering Systems

Location: Switzerland
Employment Type: Permanent
Industry: Aerospace / Advanced Engineering

Resource Group is supporting a growing aerospace organisation in Switzerland in the recruitment of an Enterprise Applications Specialist to take ownership of key applications supporting its engineering and manufacturing activities.

This is a hands-on position sitting at the intersection of Engineering, Manufacturing and IT. The successful candidate will be responsible for the administration, integration and continuous development of the organisation's engineering application landscape, with a particular focus on PLM, CAD and connected enterprise systems.

The role offers the opportunity to have a direct impact on how engineering data, processes and applications are structured as the organisation continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities

  • Take ownership of key engineering and enterprise applications, with a strong focus on Siemens Teamcenter and NX.

  • Configure, administer and continuously improve PLM and engineering applications.

  • Manage application access, user permissions, licences and system configurations.

  • Support the integration of PLM, CAD, ERP and manufacturing systems, ensuring reliable data flow across the organisation.

  • Develop and improve engineering workflows relating to product structures, BOMs, configuration and engineering changes.

  • Troubleshoot application and integration issues and provide technical support to engineering and manufacturing users.

  • Coordinate application upgrades, migrations, testing and deployment activities.

  • Develop scripts and automation solutions where appropriate to improve efficiency and reduce manual processes.

  • Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing and IT stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions.

  • Coordinate with external software vendors and implementation partners.

  • Support application roadmap development, licence optimisation and future system selection.

  • Identify opportunities for process automation and emerging technologies.

  • Provide guidance, documentation and training to application users.

Your Profile

  • Degree or equivalent qualification in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or a related technical discipline.

  • Professional experience supporting PLM, CAD or engineering applications within an engineering or manufacturing environment.

  • Strong hands-on experience with Siemens Teamcenter.

  • Experience with Siemens NX or comparable CAD environments.

  • Good understanding of engineering processes including BOM management, product structures, configuration management and engineering change processes.

  • Experience integrating PLM applications with ERP, MES or other enterprise systems.

  • Understanding of databases, APIs and system interfaces.

  • Experience with SQL and/or scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell or Shell would be advantageous.

  • Exposure to tools such as Polarion, Jira or Altium would be beneficial.

  • Experience within aerospace, defence, automotive, machinery or another advanced manufacturing environment would be highly valued.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate effectively between technical and non-technical stakeholders.

  • Fluent English; German would be advantageous.
  • Swiss or EU citizenship or valid Swiss working permit holder

 

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced PLM or Engineering Applications professional who wants to move beyond pure system support and take genuine ownership of an engineering application environment.

You will work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams and contribute directly to the development of the organisation's digital engineering landscape.

The position offers a combination of hands-on technical work, systems integration, process improvement and application ownership within an innovative aerospace environment.

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Hiring organisation

Contractair Ltd

Contractair (by Resource Group), is one of the world’s leading providers of aviation recruitment and training services. Established over 40 years ago, we have forged longstanding relationships with some of the world’s top airlines as well as corporate, VIP and cargo operators.


Our Aviation Technical Recruitment and Flight Crew divisions are staffed by personnel from a variety of aviation & aerospace backgrounds, with skills and experience related to the operation, maintenance and production of fixed-wing and rotary aircraft. This means that we fully understand your recruitment needs and can deliver the right solutions at the highest standards – providing you with the right people, the first time around.


We offer a full suite of recruitment services including:

  • Contract / Temporary Recruitment
  • Outsourced HR Services
  • Managed Payroll
  • Permanent Recruitment
  • Projects / Managed Solutions
  • Apprenticeship Recruitment

Candidates:


We are committed to providing candidates with unparalleled support throughout the application process. We take the time to understand your circumstances and background, and work with you to find the best opportunities with some of the industry’s leading airlines. 


To discover your next flying opportunity, contact us today:


UK Office: +44 (0) 1256 368500 for a confidential consultation / Spanish Office: +34 910 609 542

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