PLM System Engineer (Canada)

Devengine; Canada; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clean-tech company in Canada seeks a System Engineer for a 12-month remote contract to enhance a cloud-based PLM platform. The role entails collaborating with cross-functional teams, supporting system improvements, and employing modern tools for sustainability-driven projects.

Qualifications

• 3+ years supporting enterprise PLM platforms.
• Deep experience with PLM systems, including Aras PLM or PTC Windchill.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end support and continuous improvement for PLM platform.
• Coordinate with engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Manage PLM integrations via RESTful APIs.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Collaboration

Continuous Learning

Agile Methodologies

Education

Graduate degree in engineering

Undergraduate degree with relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Azure

RESTful APIs

Microsoft Power Platform

Job description

Our Client is an established clean-tech company developing advanced solutions to help accelerate the global transition to a low-carbon economy. As part of their continued digital transformation, they’re looking for a System Engineer to support ongoing improvements to a cloud-based PLM platform used across critical departments.

This is a 12-month contract opportunity. The role can be performed remotely from anywhere in Canada. You’ll join the Digital Business team, supporting cross-functional stakeholders in engineering, manufacturing, and R&D. This is a technically diverse environment offering opportunities to work with modern enterprise tools and contribute to impactful, sustainability-driven projects.

Responsibilities:

• Provide end-to-end support and continuous improvement for the enterprise PLM platform.
• Analyze investigation reports (IRs), develop corrective actions, and implement updates in the PLM system.
• Assist in PLM system enhancement initiatives and clarify business requests.
• Coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, and R&D teams to validate proposed system changes.
• Maintain professional, proactive communication with PLM stakeholders.
• Support related modules (Quality, Product Data Management) and contribute to best practice documentation.
• Plan and design PLM workflows, conduct gap analyses, and prototype solutions.
• Manage PLM integrations via RESTful APIs with systems such as ERP, MES, CAD, and analytics platforms.
• Perform database support tasks: backups, performance tuning, ETL, access control, etc.
• Support and improve Power Platform applications tied to PLM processes.
• Contribute to the development of technical standards for integrations and documentation.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Deep experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.
• Hands-on experience with Aras PLM and/or PTC Windchill (Venture) strongly preferred.
• Prior involvement in PLM migrations is a significant advantage.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing environments; large-scale manufacturing experience preferred.
• Familiarity with product design, build processes, and review cycles.
• 3+ years supporting enterprise PLM platforms (support, development, architecture, or administration).
• Graduate degree in engineering with 3+ years relevant experience, or undergraduate degree with 4+ years of experience.
• Strong understanding of PLM-related concepts: CAPA, FMEA, NCR, Change Management, etc.
• Experience with integration technologies (RESTful APIs, Azure Gateway, Logic Apps, .NET).
• Competence with Microsoft Azure (development, databases, containers, etc.).
• Experience working with Agile methodologies and delivery tools.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a continuous learning mindset.

Nice-to-have:

• PEng designation or eligibility for registration.
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform.
• Alignment with Lean Principles and interest in sustainability-focused innovation.

Of Note:

• You will be required to prove you own a laptop and basic software tools.
• Completed background checks will be required before the start date if you are selected as a winning candidate.
• While we strive to respond to all applicants, please understand that due to the high volume of applications we receive, providing individual feedback or responses to every candidate may not be feasible. Rest assured that your application will be carefully reviewed and considered. We appreciate your understanding and interest in joining our team.