Engineer (Digital Transformation) (103266-1025)

The ideal candidate should have a strong interest in developing their knowledge in one or more of the following:

• AI and its applications in manufacturing
• Automation Systems & Robotics
• IT and OT System Architectures
• Manufacturing Systems (ERP, MRP, MES and PLM)

This role presents a unique range of career development opportunities: for people with business skills and experience to expand their technical knowledge and gain experience working with cutting-edge Industry 4.0 digital technologies. Similarly, people with a technical bias will have the opportunity to develop business consulting skills and gather valuable manufacturing business management exposure through supporting and mentoring business owners and company directors. 

Such business and technology exposure may appeal to people who have an entrepreneurial flair and are interested in broadening their horizons, working with a wider variety of SME manufacturers working across different sectors from food to engineering, and exploring opportunities with a view to starting their own business at some point in the future.

As an engineer, you will receive training and coaching on the specific duties the role requires. There will also be numerous opportunities to develop your leadership style and lead on projects with support from a senior colleague.

In addition, being a part of WMG can offer the successful candidate various opportunities for to get involved in academic research, in addition the general day-to-day duties of the role. 

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description.

CLOSING DEADLINE: Thursday 13th November 2025 at 11:55pm (UK Time)

Full details of the duties and selection criteria for this role can be found in the vacancy advert on the University of Warwick's jobs pages. You will be routed to this when you click on the 'Apply' button.

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