At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the migration of legacy product data into our cutting-edge PLM system.
- Company: Join Safran, a global leader in aerospace and defence with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible benefits, 22.5 days holiday, and enhanced family leave.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for travel and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by ensuring data quality in exciting engineering projects.
- Qualifications: Degree in Data Engineering or related field; experience in data migration preferred.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
- Data Transfer Engineer
- Slough, Berkshire
- 18 Month Fixed Term Contract
- £ Competitive
Safran - Here, we craft excellence together.
At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it.
As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision.
Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you - both in and out of work, including:
- 22.5 days of holiday per year, plus bank holidays
- Income Protection and Life Assurance
- Bonus scheme
- Health cash plan
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave
- Lifestyle Benefits platform
- Cycle to Work Scheme
Your Role
The Data Transfer Engineer is responsible for leading and delivering the migration of legacy product data into Safran Electrical Components' Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system.
This role takes ownership of the complete data migration work package, ensuring that engineering data is accurately transferred, validated, and made available within the new PLM environment.
The migration scope includes a variety of legacy product data, such as 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, PDF documents, Microsoft Word files, and Excel spreadsheets.
Working closely with engineering, design, and programme stakeholders, the Data Engineer will manage data preparation, cleansing, mapping, migration, and validation activities to ensure a successful transition to the PLM platform while maintaining data quality, integrity, and traceability.
- Lead and deliver the migration of legacy and in-production product data into the PLM system.
- Assess, extract, sort, cleanse, validate, and prepare product data for migration.
- Collaborate with Safran PLM teams across multiple sites to support data transfer activities.
- Ensure data preparation activities comply with SEC standards, guidelines, and procedures.
- Develop, harmonise, and improve data modelling and migration methodologies.
- Create and maintain supporting procedures, work instructions, and documentation.
- Organise and support training related to migration tools and processes.
- Monitor and report project progress through dashboards and regular status updates.
- Identify, communicate, and manage project risks, issues, and opportunities.
- Maintain and update project plans and schedules.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to support project objectives.
- Promote and implement engineering best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with engineering processes and documentation requirements.
- Adhere to company Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and procedures.
- Travel within the UK, France, and internationally as required to support project and workshop activities.
Essential
- Degree or equivalent experience in Data Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Experience with product data migration, data management, or PLM environments.
- Knowledge of PLM systems (e. g. 3DEXPERIENCE/ENOVIA, Teamcenter, Windchill).
- Understanding of CAD data, engineering drawings, and associated databases.
- Experience in data extraction, cleansing, validation, and migration activities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI.
- Basic scripting and automation skills.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.
- Experience preparing project reports and presenting to stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
Desirable
- Experience with digital twin or Io T-enabled engineering environments.
- Knowledge of data analytics, KPI reporting, and visualisation tools such as Tableau.
- Experience supporting PLM implementation or engineering data transformation projects.
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One PLM Data Transfer Engineer in Slough employer: Safran S.A.
Safran Electronics & Defense is an exceptional employer located in Wolverhampton, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters professional growth and development. With competitive salaries, flexible working options, and a strong emphasis on employee well-being, including private medical insurance and a comprehensive health cash plan, the company prioritises its staff's needs. Employees benefit from a culture of continuous learning and collaboration, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in the aerospace and defense sectors.
