Systems Engineering Manager

Systems Engineering Manager with Smart DCC London or Manchester Competitive Salary plus benefits Role An opportunity to join our fantastic Engineering team here in DCC and make a real difference by bringing your Systems Engineering experience to deliver the next generation Smart Meter and IoT Ecosystem. Reporting directly to the Head of Engineering In Life Change, you be accountable for developing, maintaining the key system engineering policies, principles, framework and artefacts and direct, coach and support project teams in how best to align with DCCs' System Engineering adopted INCOSE framework standards and Working alongside the Technical Delivery Leads and DCC architects you will drive adoption of the INCOSE Systems Engineering framework by engaging with and influencing key project stakeholders in the value that systems engineering will bring to DCC customers. You will be responsible for helping us develop our existing Enterprise Architecture tooling, leveraging your ArchiMate/UML skills to help us deliver an agile enterprise architecture fit for future. We would like you to be familiar with INCOSE certification and if not already certified be on the path to ASEP certification as a minimum. You will be empowered to shape the adoption of Systems Engineering within DCC. Working with the Technical Management Team you will have the freedom to create and adopt policies to shape this role to ensure we deliver maximum value for DCC and our customers. This role is a hybrid working model (2 days office based, 3 days remote based per week) and attendance in London, Manchester or Nottingham DCC offices will be required to attend Team workshops A few of the things you be doing ·      Responsible for the evolution of Systems Engineering principles, artefacts, processes and framework in DCC ·      Responsible for evolving the SEMS/SEMP as the various projects evolves through the DCCs' System Engineering Life Cycle. ·      Responsible for coaching all actors (internal and external) involved with the delivering of engineering artefacts into DCCs' chosen Enterprise Tool (Bizzdesign) using ArchiMate/UML ·      Responsible for evolving the Way-of-Working in DCC to streamline System Engineering adoption and improve the quality of delivered artefacts. ·      Working collaboratively, ensure that the SE model aligns with DCC's Portfolio and Assurance towers to drive best practices and reduce complexity. ·      Work with the Technical Delivery Leads to assure the System Engineering artefacts and ensuring they can pass the DCC Governance. ·      Be the critical point of contact for everything related to Systems Engineering delivery in DCC and provide guidance, mentoring and advice to the business. ·      Support the administration function in ensuring that the right SE training is identified and delivered by the relevant training partners. A few of the things we are looking for. ·      It’s very important that you are a team player and can demonstrate our DCC values of “Making a Difference, “Being Accountable” and “Acting with Integrity” ·      Demonstrable experience in a large to medium scale System Engineering implementation and a critical thinker. ·      Experience in the adoption and transformation of new standards across organisations. ·      Understanding standards-based Systems Engineering, e.g., ISO 15288 / INCOSE Systems Engineering handbook. ·      Experience in leading and managing Engineering matrix teams across multi-technology, multi-party solutions. ·      Excellent stakeholder management, including the ability to communicate technical concepts to various stakeholder groups, including non-technical audiences. ·      Able to see and articulate the bigger picture, but also capable of delving into the detail where necessary. ·      Experience in enterprise modelling, e.g., ArchiMate and UML. ·      Experience in Governance of System Engineering artefacts. About the DCC: At the DCC, we believe in making Britain more connected, so we can all lead smarter, greener lives. That desire to make a difference is what drives us every day and it wouldn’t be possible without our people. Each person at the DCC brings a special kind of power to the business, and if you join us, we’ll give you the means to unleash yours. Here, we depend on each other and hold each other accountable. You have the power to challenge and make change, to take the initiative and enjoy real responsibility. Whether it’s doing purposeful work, helping us grow or building the career you want – we’ll give you the support to do it all. Our secure network for smart meters is transforming Britain’s energy system and helping the country’s fight against climate change: we want you to be part of our journey. Company benefits: The DCC’s continued success depends on our people. It’s important to us that you enjoy coming to work, and feel healthy, happy and rewarded. In this role, you’ll have access to a range of benefits which you can choose from to create a personalized plan unique to your lifestyle. If there are any questions you’d like to ask before applying, please contact (url removed) or complete your application, so we can learn more about you. Your application will be carefully considered, and you’ll hear from us regarding its progress. Join the DCC and discover the power of you. What to do now Choose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.  As a Disability Confident member, DCC is committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments, need a copy of this job advert in an alternative format, or have any other questions you’d like to ask before applying, please contact (url removed) Capita Opportunity Statement: The parent company, Capita Plc*, are a leading UK provider of technology enabled business services. We’re supporting and improving the lives of millions of people every day and we can only do this with the right people in place, working towards a shared goal. We encourage an open, honest working environment where everyone can be true to themselves, and people are valued for their differences. We’re always challenging each other to learn and improve, because we know when we work together, we can deliver better outcomes. We work across such a huge range of businesses and sectors, that you’ll have the opportunity to grow and develop your career in any number of directions. You’ll also become part of a network of 63,000 experienced, innovative, and dedicated individuals across multiple disciplines and sectors. There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and we’ll provide the support you need to do deliver. Our purpose is to create a better outcome for you