Technical Architect - R&D

Help us to make a world of difference

Urenco offers a rare expertise in enriching uranium for the civil nuclear industry. In fact, we are the only company with the capability to do this at four sites across the world.

As a global leader in the production of low carbon energy, we work at the cutting edge of the transition to a sustainable, net zero world.

This transformational vision opens up unique and exciting opportunities to build a dynamic, energising, and rewarding career.

And right now, we’re looking for a Technical Architect at our Gronau site.

The role supports and advises the Senior R&D Manager, CE&I with regard to the development of the Centrifuge Monitoring System (CMS), which is a high-availability system that plays a vital role in the monitoring and protection of centrifuges. The system employs a mixture of standard commercial IT equipment and bespoke signal processing hardware, together with bespoke application software.

Whilst the detail design and engineering of the system is undertaken by specialist suppliers, Urenco is responsible for specifying the requirements of the system, reviewing hardware and software designs, carrying out user acceptance tests, reviewing end-user documentation, and working with the suppliers and the customers at the sites to facilitate the handover of the system.

The successful candidate would establish strong working relationships with CMS users and specialist suppliers, and would take the technical lead in activities from minor functional enhancements to the complete installation of a system in a new or existing plant. They would need to possess or develop an understanding of the existing software and hardware, together with an appreciation of gas centrifuge technology with respect to the application of the software.

What will your day look like?

• Managing multiple work packages geared around overhauling the bespoke CMS system that Urenco use and championing the project management the development of the system to meet current requirements
• C# and C++ application management as well as management of the windows system for the CMS
• Act as intelligent customer with regard to the overall implementation of software and hardware across several plants across the multi-site group. Leverage a detailed understanding of the operation in the specialist area to identify improvement opportunities

• Building strong working relationships and understanding the needs of multiple stakeholders around the architecture of the CMS and ensuring those needs are met in the finished system. This will include building a strong working relationship with the external software developer in Germany
• Generate functional requirements documents to reflect changes to the user requirements of the system
• Manage the full project lifecycle, design, test and hand over, within allocated budget, on time and without risk

What do you need to be great at this role?
• Educated to degree level in a relevant subject
• Experience of generating and modifying source code in C++ and/or C# using Microsoft Visual Studio and an extensive knowledge of Microsoft Visual Studio and C+ source code
• Experience of generating user and functional requirement specifications, test specifications and end-user documentation in English
• Strong internal and external communication skills and the ability to manage diverse stakeholders/subject matter experts who use the system
• Fluent in spoken and written German language
• Flexible in way of working and being able to work across a team which is based in several different countries
• The ability to learn and Appreciation of the operation of gas centrifuges with respect to CMS functionality
• Appreciation of digital signal processing techniques
• Experience of defining and participating in user acceptance tests of software
• Experience of developing software according to a V-model, such as GAMP 5 or similar
• Experience of working with internal customers, including operators and maintenance technicians, in order to define user requirements, provide technical support and training
• Appreciation of digital electronics techniques
• High level of ability to generate technical documents in English

What can you expect from us?

More than just a job, we offer a future. More than just a place to work, we provide an opportunity to prosper. Urenco powers the possibilities that let you make the most of your day to day – and shape your own tomorrow.

We reward your contribution with industry-leading pay – and thats just the start.

An exceptional range of physical and mental wellbeing, financial, and lifestyle benefits flex around the things you find most important in life. Like the idea of travelling overseas? We can make that happen too. And our annual global awards bring us together to celebrate our outstanding work achievements.

We’re well aware that being the best company possible starts with helping you become the best you can be in your career.

We’re also committed to helping you achieve work-life balance. So you can count on us to deliver the personal development resources you need to gain new qualifications, learn new skills, and open new possibilities.

Our Promise
As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. And we support an array of dedicated initiatives, activities, and employee networks to nurture a positive and inspiring work experience.??

Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future. INDEU1