Data Engineer

Victrex
Thornton-Cleveleys
4 months ago
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Data Engineer

Victrex Cleveleys, England, United Kingdom


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Bring your expertise in BI, advanced programming skills, and a passion for data quality—help us unlock insights that power smarter decisions.


We are seeking a talented and motivated Data Engineer to join our IT department, focusing on Business Intelligence. You will play a crucial role in designing and building infrastructure to support the extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) of data from various sources. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting‑edge analytical tools and ensure the stability and performance of our data pipelines.


Candidates should have demonstratable experience in an IT role.


Key Responsibilities

  • Design, maintain, and configure data pipelines, platforms, and sources.
  • Integrate and validate new software and technical solutions.
  • Monitor and ensure the stability and performance of data pipelines.
  • Provide technical leadership to deliver innovative solutions.
  • Collaborate with partners and business owners to address data quality issues.
  • Support existing business systems and BI via the Service Desk as needed.

About You

You possess strong capabilities in data management and in delivering data solutions that meet business requirements. You are proactive, detail‑oriented, and able to challenge preconceived solutions while maintaining awareness of future business and technology trends.


Experience

  • Proven experience in technical leadership and delivering technical solutions.
  • Strong understanding of enterprise IT solutions and data models, ideally within a manufacturing and distribution environment.
  • Experience with BI tools (SSIS, SSRS, SSAS), Power BI, Azure SQL Data Warehouse, Azure Data Factory. Advanced T‑SQL programming and in‑depth knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases.
  • Experience with structured project management methodologies (e.g., AGILE, Kanban, PRINCE2).
  • Python and/or R programming.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft ERP products, especially D365.

Qualifications

NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE.


At present, we are not accepting any candidates via a recruitment agency or third party.


About Victrex

Victrex is an innovative world leader in high-performance PEEK (Poly Ether Ether Ketone) and PAEK (Poly Aryl Ether Ketone) polymer solutions focusing on the strategic markets of automotive, aerospace, energy and industrial, electronics and medical. Every day, millions of people use products and applications containing our materials – from smartphones, aeroplanes and cars to energy operations and medical devices.


With over 40 years' experience, we are developing world leading solutions with PEEK and PAEK‑based polymers and selected semi‑finished and finished parts which enable environmental and societal benefit for our customers and our markets and drive value for our shareholders.


Vision and culture

At Victrex, we have a clear purpose: to deliver transformational and sustainable solutions that address global material challenges.


Our core values of passion, innovation, and performance are at the heart of everything we do. We are a company that thrives on human‑centred leadership, valuing curiosity, adaptability, and collaboration in a fast‑paced, digitally enabled world. We believe in empowering individuals, rather than seeing barriers to progress.


We are looking for individuals who are comfortable working in an environment that values digital and AI‑driven solutions, who see technology as an enabler rather than a challenge. At Victrex, we foster a culture of continuous learning, agility, and adaptability, where employees are encouraged to embrace new ways of working, leverage data‑driven insights, and drive meaningful change.


As we continue to evolve, we need people who are not just contributors but change accelerators… individuals who champion innovation, and drive transformation with a growth mindset. Whether through digitalisation, process improvement, or human‑centred leadership, our employees play a crucial role in shaping the future of our business.


Our leadership approach is built on empowerment, inclusion, and collaboration. We value people who lead with empathy and authenticity, fostering a workplace where diverse perspectives and ideas can thrive. We work hard to ensure that our teams are engaged, motivated, and equipped to navigate an ever‑changing landscape.


Sustainability is core to our strategy. We are committed to reducing our environmental footprint while supporting society through our sustainable products and making a positive impact on our local communities.


We are proud to be recognised as a ‘Disability Confident’ employer and to be voted as one of the best places to work by ‘The Sunday Times’ not just once, but for two years in succession! A testament to our people‑first culture, where innovation and adaptability thrive in a digital‑first, AI‑driven workplace; we are proud to have once again retained this very prestigious award!


As well as being recognised as one of the ‘Most Admired Companies in the Chemical Sector’ by the London Stock Exchange: Recognition of our commitment to excellence, transformation, and data‑driven insights, empowering every team member to embrace change and drive success.


We’re also delighted to be acknowledged as a top performer in the FTSE Women Leaders Review for Women in Leadership and Women on Boards! Victrex has been ranked joint 4th among UK‑listed FTSE 250 companies, standing alongside much larger peers.


Our aim is to provide the support of accessibility and community within Victrex for everyone. So, if you need any help, advice or just want a confidential chat regarding any Diversity, Equity or Inclusion matters even before you apply to Victrex, then here is what you need to know:


The enabling support that Victrex prides itself on giving, starts from when anyone applies or wants to apply to join our team.


We are always here to help provide any ‘reasonable adjustments’ you may need during your application process. So please contact us to discuss your specific requirements in more depth.


We even have a dedicated email that anyone can use to reach out for help, advice, and a confidential chat… whatever you need to know, and to help ensure an equitable solution, that’s right for you, right from the start!


That email is:


Victrex values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community.


Seniority level

Not Applicable


Employment type

Full‑time


Job function

Information Technology and Engineering


Industries

Plastics Manufacturing


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