Solution Architect Engineer
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Framatome is hiring a PLM Solution Architect to design, implement and govern PLM architecture for engineering and nuclear projects. You’ll ensure alignment between business needs, PLM capabilities and IT standards, provide design authority and guide governance, data modelling and change management across interfaces. The role requires experience with PLM platforms such as Dassault 3DX and Netvibes, nuclear exposure; data modelling, lifecycle management and digital thread skills are essential, with optional Python SQL and AVEVA. English fluency is mandatory, French is a bonus, and Bristol onsite work is expected. To apply, tailor your CV to show architecture decisions, stakeholder leadership and PLM solutions aligned to safety and quality; highlight collaboration.
General information
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Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative, digital and value added solutions for the global nuclear fleet. With worldwide expertise and a proven track record for reliability and performance, the company designs, services and installs components, fuel, and instrumentation and control systems for nuclear power plants. Its more than 20 000 employees work every day to help Framatome's customers supply ever cleaner, safer and more economical low-carbon energy. Visit us at www.framatome.com, and follow us on Twitter: @Framatome_ and LinkedIn: Framatome.Framatome is owned by the EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI – 19.5%).
Reference number
2026-26930Publication date
7/1/2026Job details
Category
TA - DESIGN & ENGINEERING - TAA - Design , engineering management & Systems engineering
Job Opening Title
Solution Architect Engineer
Job type
Non fixed term
BU description
Framatome is a global leader in nuclear energy, recognised for delivering innovative, value-added technologies that design, build, maintain, and advance the world's nuclear fleet. With 20,000 employees in over 70 locations worldwide, we provide components, fuel, and control systems for nuclear power plants, along with a full suite of reactor services — all focused on improving safety, performance, and sustainability.
Backed by EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (19.5%), we're driving the future of clean energy. Here in the UK, our team is already 400 strong — and growing. As we expand our service offerings across the UK nuclear industry, we're aiming to reach 600 dedicated professionals in 2026.
Now's your chance to join a company that's shaping the energy transition — where your expertise will matter, your growth will be supported, and your work will help power generations to come.
Job description
What are we hiring for?
The PLM Solution Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and governing the defining, designing, and governing the end-to-end PLM solution architecture to ensure it aligns with business strategy, engineering processes, IT standards, and regulatory constraints.
What will you be doing?
The role has a global and long-term view of the PLM landscape and ensures:
• Coherence of functional and technical choices
• Scalability and sustainability of the PLM solution
• Alignment between business needs, PLM capabilities, and enterprise architecture
The PLM Solution Architect operates above with the PLM Solution Engineers, providing architectural direction and design authority.
The role ensures that the PLM solution supports:
• Configuration identification
• Configuration Management for key project milestone
• Full traceability and configuration control
• Change Management
The PLM Solution Architect is responsible for:
• Owns the PLM architectural vision and coherence
• Ensures alignment between business strategy, PLM capabilities, and IT standards
• Makes key design and governance decisions
• Guarantees that PLM remains robust, compliant, and scalable over time
Main Activities of a PLM Solution Architect
• Architectural Design & Ownership
• Business & Process Alignment
• Functional Governance
• Technical Architecture & Integration
• Project & Stakeholder Leadership
Profile
Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications & Experience
Your background may include some of the following:
· Engineering degree, Computer Science degree or equivalent.
· Experience in the nuclear industry with a knowledge of EPR technology
· Proven experience with at least one in PLM platform Dassault 3DX and Netvibes
· Proven experience with at least one in PLM for nuclear project
· Strong capabilities PLM and Digital Engineering Expertise: PLM Data models
o Data modelling
o Lifecycle management
o Configuration and change management
o Digital thread and digital continuity concepts
· Experience with system integration, API,…
· Good organisational skills.
· Ability to adapt and learn in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural environment.
· Ability to set, achieve and maintain high standards regarding safety and quality.
Desirable Qualifications, Experience and Skills:
• Knowledge in Python, R or SQL.
• Knowledge in Engineering tools as AVEVA.
• Knowledge in Dassault 3Dx PLM and Netvibes tools
• Ability to communicate in French.
Languages (level)
- English fluent (required)
- French – bonus
Benefits
What’s in it for you?
· 25 days annual leave per year rising by 1 day for every 2 years worked (max 30 days) + Bank Holidays
· 8% employer pension contribution with employee 1% contribution (salary sacrifice)
· Individual and family private health care
· Dental insurance for employees
· Cashplan – Level 2 cover
· Life assurance (4x salary)
· Employee assistance programme (EAP)
· Income Protection
· Professional Body Membership
· Tusker Electric car scheme (salary sacrifice)
· Cycle to Work scheme (salary sacrifice)
· Babbel – learn a new language
· Generous family leave
Job location
Job location
United Kingdom
Job location (site)
Bristol (UK)
Job family
Standard
Applicant criteria
Minimum level of education required
Master
Minimum level of experience required
Experienced
Employment level
Non cadre