Configuration Engineer

Mission To support the growing needs of our projects, were looking for a Configuration Engineer to join our team in the defence sector. You will work under the guidance of the Configuration Leader and contribute to the traceability, consistency, and control of product data throughout its lifecycle from design to delivery and maintenance. The role is critical in ensuring compliance with military standards, Exails internal procedures, and regulatory requirements.This is a great opportunity to work on high-value industrial products, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to the continuous improvement and digitalization of configuration processes, especially through VBA scripting and data visualization tools.Responsibilities:Manage and control product data including parts, BOMs, drawings, and technical documentation in PLM and ERP systems.Handle creation, modification, and updates of parts and components in PLM/ERP tools.Help define and maintain configuration baselines and ensure data consistency across systems.Support and prepare Configuration Control Boards (CCB), including tracking of change requests and implementation plans.Ensure compliance with industry and defence standards (e.g., ISO , ISO ).Work closely with engineering, project management, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure data accuracy and synchronization.Prepare documentation for internal and external audits, including traceability reports and configuration records.Generate Configuration Status documentation and KPIs.Contribute to new project Configuration Management Plans, in collaboration with the Configuration Leader.Automate recurring tasks and improve workflows using Excel VBA, Access and optionally Power BI for data analysis and dashboard creation. Profile Degree in Engineering, Industrial Systems, or a related field.Minimum 3 years of experience in configuration management, ideally in the defence, aerospace, or railway industries.Good command of PLM and ERP systems (e.g., AX, Windchill).Strong skills in Excel VBA programming for automation and data processingSolid understanding of product data management, change control, and version management.Rigor, attention to detail, and a structured, organized approach to data.Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.Fluency in English and French; Dutch is a plus