Manufacturing Systems Integration Consultant / Architect
We have an urgent customer need - I am seeking an experienced Manufacturing Systems Integration Consultant / Architect to support a portfolio of high-priority digital manufacturing and automation initiatives.
This is an immediately available, government-funded engagement with approved budgets and no security constraints - the programme is ready to move with the right candidate in place.
The successful consultant will work at the intersection of MES, manufacturing automation, and IT systems integration, driving deployment and adoption of a broad range of advanced manufacturing technologies across the shop floor and digital infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
The following workstreams have been confirmed as the primary focus areas:
- Deploy Automated Engine External Capturing (AEEC) solutions using camera and drone technology to support quality and inspection workflows
- Lead roll-out of local MES tablets across the shop floor, ensuring correct build configuration and user adoption
- Implement material sorting and clipping automation
- Integrate MoFEM process modelling software
- Install and configure Abacus (2021) for Inertia Welding modelling, supporting simulation and manufacturing process validation
- Implement the Manufacturing Intelligence Systems (MISSY) platform, driving data visibility and operational insight across manufacturing lines
- Configure and deploy Signature Analyser (SA) data capture from Winbro wire EDM machines
- Integrate AV&R machines and associated software with the MES and Manufacturing Engineering (ME) systems
- Automate turbine blade movement within manufacturing lines to improve throughput and reduce manual handling
- Deploy Zoller automation solutions in support of tooling management and measurement workflows
We are looking for a technically credible, delivery-focused consultant with a strong background in manufacturing systems integration and a track record of deploying complex digital and automation solutions in high-value, regulated manufacturing environments. Aerospace, defence, or precision engineering sector experience is strongly preferred.
Essential experience and skills:
- Proven delivery experience in MES implementation, integration, or deployment (Apriso/DELMIA, Opcenter, or equivalent)
- Hands-on experience integrating manufacturing software systems into existing IT/OT estates in a regulated environment
- Familiarity with shop-floor automation technologies - robotics, machine integration, or automated materials handling
- Strong stakeholder management skills - able to work across IT, engineering, and operations teams
- Experience in aerospace, defence, nuclear, or high-value precision manufacturing
Desirable - direct knowledge of any of the following:
- AV&R machine/software integration
- Zoller tooling automation solutions
- Winbro wire EDM or Signature Analyser data capture
- MoFEM, Abacus, or equivalent FEA/process modelling software
- Drone or camera-based automated inspection systems (AEEC or similar)
- MISSY or equivalent manufacturing intelligence platforms