SPX Communication Technologies

SPX Communication Technologies

Project Engineering Lead

  • Wappenham, UK

For more than 45 years, TCI has been a market leader in the development of innovative, high-performance communications, spectrum monitoring and communications intelligence systems. TCI’s diverse experience delivers proven solutions for regulatory compliance, monitoring and security, and communications intelligence applications. With advanced spectrum mapping and analytics, data recording capabilities and precision geolocation technology, TCI systems provide vital data for government and military agencies in more than 100 countries worldwide.

Enterprise Control Systems (ECS) is a leading supplier of long range data links that support real time high resolution video transfer between air and ground users.  In creating products like RF inhibitors and specialized equipment for military and security purposes, we protect ground forces and infrastructure around the world.

How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As a Project Engineering Lead for CommTech (ECS &TCI), you will play a crucial role in New Product Introduction (NPI) and Revenue Generating Projects within our Battlespace, Datalinks and Spectrum Monitoring Systems (SMS) markets.  

You will be joining a small dynamic team continually designing who develop world beating products. As a Project Engineering Lead you will be expected to line manage a number of Engineering Personnel whilst being responsible for project management of the Engineering initiatives including New Product Introduction (NPI) and Revenue Generating Projects.

This is an opportunity to work in a fast paced but rewarding environment on RF Technologies across a number of exciting markets including defense and aviation.

What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)

While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:

  1. Supporting the Engineering Director, RF and Hardware Group Manager and Principal Embedded Engineer with resource planning for Engineering Initiatives (NPI and Revenue Generating)
  2. Project Management of Key Engineering projects including NPI and Revenue Generating projects.
  3. Reporting the status of key Engineering projects to Engineering Director, RF and Hardware Group Manager and Principal Embedded Engineer.
  4. Line management of Engineering resource including multiple Hardware disciplines and Systems Engineers.
  5. Management of Engineering contractors.
  6. Managing external design houses and subcontractors.
  7. Owning and reporting on Engineering’s Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
  8. Supporting the implementation of processes and new software tools to AID management of department.
  9. Conduit for Engineering throughout product life cycle including;
    1. Engineering point of contact for Business Development and Sales.
    2. Engineering point of contact for Production Engineering.
    3. Liaising with Operations and Customer Support.
  10. Engineering representative for Sales Order Acknowledgement.

What we are looking for (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education)

We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:

Required Experience

  • A minimum of 5 years’ experience in an equivalent role.
  • The following skills and experience will be required. Candidates are not expected to have experience in all areas;
    • Experience in delivering technical projects and products.
    • Experience working in small to medium sized business.
    • Project Management (Risk logs, resource planning, action logs).
    • Line Management.
    • Experience of working in an ISO 9001 environment and managing processes and procedures.
    • Appreciation of Engineering tasks to AID planning and technical acumen.
  • Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
  • Strong team player with good interpersonal skills.
  • A can-do attitude with a willingness to help others.
  • Ability to produce results under pressure.
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • A minimum of 7 years’ experience in an equivalent role.
  • An understanding of products aligned with our portfolio.
  • Experience of Project and Line Management in the defense or aviation industry.
  • Experience of reporting to Senior Management.
  • AMP, Prince2 or similar certification.

Education & Certifications

  • Bachelors/Masters degree in Engineering or relevant subject (or equivalent work experience).

Security

  • British Citizen or ability to obtain required security clearance.

Travel & Working Environment

  • Travel is unlikely.
  • Onsite working (Wappenham, UK) with option for working from home (3office/2 WFH).
  • Working remotely with TCI (Fremont, US) will be needed.

How we live our culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are.  Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other.  Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.  

What benefits do we offer?

We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:

  • Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
  • Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs  

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX

We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day.  We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realise their fullest potential. 

Thank you for your interest in our company.

 

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About SPX

SPX is a diversified, global supplier of infrastructure equipment with scalable growth platforms in heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), detection and measurement, and engineered solutions. With operations in 17 countries and approximately $1.4 billion in annual revenue, we offer a wide array of highly engineered products with strong brands.

SPX Total Rewards

At SPX , what’s in it for our employees transcends market-competitive compensation and benefits. Our Total Rewards program also includes opportunities for employees’ personal development, career growth, and recognition. These programs focus on alignment and assessment of organizational, team, and individual efforts toward achieving business results. Our development and career growth programs empower our employees to enhance their skills, develop new competencies, and pursue career goals. SPX benefits package provides choices designed to help employees manage their well-being. Our compensation programs are performance-based to recognize and reward employees who work hard, display the values and leadership practices we embrace, and deliver exceptional results.

Our Values

  • Integrity
  • Accountability
  • Excellence
  • Teamwork
  • Results

At SPX, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We use our values every day to help us make the right decisions. We embrace a common purpose and strive for improvement. We respect and value each other as individuals and recognize that only by working together, as a team, can we reach our full potential. We take responsibility for our actions, build strong relationships with each other and our customers, and always act ethically. Our values inspire us to achieve the high standards of quality, safety, and performance that our customers expect and deserve.

Working at SPX

Our work environment is established on a work-life philosophy supported by policies, programs, and practices that help employees achieve success within and outside the workplace. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where employees strive to realize their fullest potential. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis.