Sr Systems Architect

Stratasys is a world leader in 3D printing!

Stratasys is leading the global shift to additive manufacturing with innovative 3D printing solutions for industries such as aerospace, automotive, consumer products and healthcare. Through smart and connected 3D printers, polymer materials, a software ecosystem, and parts on demand, Stratasys solutions deliver competitive advantages at every stage in the product value chain. The world’s leading organizations turn to Stratasys to transform product design, bring agility to manufacturing and supply chains, and improve patient care.

The SAF Senior Systems Architect position is suited to a technology expert who will develop and improve our industrial grade Additive Manufacturing Systems.  Taking a full-systems approach he or she will represent the architecture of our systems to deliver products that fulfil market requirements driven by our Product Management team. A deep understanding of mechanical, electrical, and software systems is required for this role. 

The Senior System Architect role is essential to the successful definition, design, delivery, and support of our industrial grade Additive Manufacturing Systems.  You will drive and encourage the right project initiatives to achieve the business goals and consider factors such as technology scarcity/availability/maturity/costs etc. Expertise with Design for Manufacturing, Assembly and Servicing is a must. 

This is a deeply analytical role but also requires close engagement and empathy with experts across a broad range of technical and business functions from engineers and operators to product management and sales.

What you will be doing:

System Design (80%)

• Developing the Product Requirements Document (PRD) along with other technical subject matter experts, in response to a Market Requirements Document (MRD) produced by Product Management.
• Exploring a range of technical approaches that could be adopted for new products and/or the improvement of current products.
• Producing details of specifications and outline designs for improvement of current products and development of new products.
• Collaborating closely with subject matter experts across a range of technical areas including Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Development and Process Engineering to optimise technical concepts and solutions.
• Developing, testing and evaluating theoretical designs
• Recommending modifications following prototype test results
• Discussing and solving complex problems with manufacturing departments, sub-contractors,suppliers and customers
• Making sure a product can be made reliably and will perform consistently in specified operating environments
• Planning and designing production processes
• Driving the identification of alternative suppliers and solutions for existing and new products

Technology Scoping (10%)

• Actively scanning the market and emerging technology development, including from academia, to identify new opportunities and potential technical threats.
• Advising the business on strategies in response to external developments.

Intellectual Property (10%)

• Development and documentation of new Intellectual Property
• Assistance in Freedom to Operate analyses.

Must have for this role:

• CAD super user
• Engineering Degree or equivalent experience.
• 8+yrs Design and development of products involving precision custom mechanical components and the integration of electronics and/or fluidics
• Completion of at least one product development cycle, from concept through full design and development to successful marked introduction and customer support
• 3 yrs experience Manufacturing methods for both rapid prototyping and mass production
• Experience with DFM, DFA, DFS, DFX
• Experience with creating and reviewing intellectual property

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Nice to have:

• Degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Software Engineering
• Experience with development of Additive Manufacturing Hardware Products Technologies 
• Electronics design competencies

Travel required:10

What you will be part of:

• Company Overview - https://www.stratasys.com/en/about-us/history/
• Our Culture and Values - https://www.stratasys.com/en/about-us/culture/
• Our Sustainability “3D Printing a Better Tomorrow” - https://www.stratasys.com/en/about-us/sustainability/
• Our Locations - https://www.stratasys.com/en/contact-us/office-locations/
• Check out our Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wmDfmt2bNI

 You will be a part of a fascinating and flexible international environment working together with many specialists in different areas e.g. electronics, mechanical, manufacturing etc. The growing team in Nottingham, based at Nottingham Science Park opposite the University of Nottingham campus,  offers the dynamics of a start-up, including fast decisions, fun and enthusiasm and close relation to management. We also offer modern flexible working conditions, regular team bonding events, and a dynamic and international working culture.

Being part of the Nottingham team of 25 colleagues, you will also become part of the global Stratasys family which can offer lots of career opportunities, being a world-wide organization with approx. 2,000 employees world-wide