PLM Contractor

Matchtech Group; Rochester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech Group is seeking an experienced PLM Contractor to lead hands-on Teamcenter Unified Architecture work within a large Digital Transformation programme. The role focuses on installation, configuration, customization and integration across on-premise Teamcenter deployments for a user base over 1,000.

You will develop automation, run data migrations from legacy PLM systems and collaborate with IT, infrastructure and third-party suppliers to keep the platform aligned with evolving business

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience configuring, customising and supporting Siemens Teamcenter Unified Architecture (TCUA) and Active Workspace.
• BMIDE configuration and development.
• ITK programming and customisation.
• Data loading, importing and exporting mechanisms, including IPS and PLMXML.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure and maintain Teamcenter environments and Active Workspace.
• Support HA and load-balanced environments.
• Develop automation scripts in PowerShell and Python.
• Configure BMIDE/ITK to customise Teamcenter and tailor interfaces.
• Integrate Teamcenter with ERP systems, particularly Oracle, and manage data migration processes.
• Troubleshoot integrations, support performance testing and ensure security alignment.

Skills

Teamcenter configuration

Teamcenter administration

Scripting (PowerShell, Python)

Data loading & migration

ERP integration (Oracle)

Tools

BMIDE

ITK development

IPS / Data Upload tools

TCRA (Reporting & Analytics)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced PLM Contractor to support a large-scale Digital Transformation Programme within a complex enterprise environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the ongoing development, enhancement and support of a Siemens Teamcenter Unified Architecture (TCUA) platform, deployed on-premise and supporting over 1,000 users.

This is a hands‑on technical role requiring extensive experience across Teamcenter installation, configuration, customisation, integration and administration.

Working within an established implementation, you will be responsible for enhancing existing functionality, developing technical solutions, supporting business processes and contributing to the migration of data from legacy PLM systems into the new Teamcenter environment.

You will collaborate closely with technical teams, business stakeholders, infrastructure specialists and third‑party suppliers to ensure the platform continues to evolve in line with business and technical requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Teamcenter Installation, Configuration & Administration

• Install, configure and maintain Siemens Teamcenter Unified Architecture (TCUA), including Active Workspace, server components and client layers.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of High Availability (HA) and load‑balanced environments.
• Utilise Siemens Deployment Centre for installations, upgrades and environment management across Teamcenter 12/13+ versions.
• Configure and support Single Sign‑On (SSO), authentication and authorisation mechanisms.
• Administer Teamcenter environments within Windows‑based infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts to support automation and environment management.

Customisation, Development & Extensions

• Configure and customise Teamcenter using BMIDE, ITK development and IPS/Data Upload tools.
• Develop, enhance and maintain Active Workspace configurations and user interface customisations.
• Create, modify and troubleshoot Teamcenter Reporting & Analytics (TCRA) reports.
• Develop scripting solutions using Python and PowerShell to support automation, data transformation and system administration.
• Enhance existing Teamcenter functionality in line with evolving business and technical requirements.

Systems Integration & Data Migration

• Develop, configure and maintain integrations between Siemens Teamcenter and enterprise ERP platforms, particularly Oracle.
• Maintain and enhance existing data migration scripts and processes to accommodate changing requirements and solution designs.
• Support data loading and transformation using tools and technologies including IPS Upload, PLMXML, CSV2TCXML and Python.
• Contribute to the migration of data from legacy PLM platforms, including Teamcenter Enterprise (TCE), into Teamcenter Unified Architecture.
• Troubleshoot integration and migration issues, ensuring data integrity and consistency across connected systems.

Technical Support, Testing & Continuous Improvement

• Work collaboratively with business stakeholders, subject matter experts, testers and technical teams to support effective adoption and use of Teamcenter.
• Investigate, diagnose and resolve complex technical issues, escalating product‑level defects to Siemens where appropriate.
• Support performance testing, load testing and system optimisation activities.
• Work alongside infrastructure, security and IT teams to ensure platform compliance with relevant security and hardening standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve system performance, functionality, stability and operational efficiency.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance across the wider digital transformation programme.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Essential Requirements

Significant hands‑on experience configuring, customising and supporting Siemens Teamcenter Unified Architecture (TCUA) and Active Workspace.

Strong technical knowledge and practical experience in:

• BMIDE configuration and development.
• ITK programming and customisation.
• Data loading, importing and exporting mechanisms, including IPS and PLMXML.

In‑depth understanding of key Teamcenter modules and functionality, including:

• Workflow Designer.
• Security Management and Access Manager.
• Change Management, including Effectivity Management.
• Component and Classification Management.
• Manufacturing Planning.

• Experience developing and supporting integrations between Teamcenter and ERP platforms, particularly Oracle.
• Previous experience supporting or delivering PLM data migration activities, ideally from Teamcenter Enterprise (TCE) to Teamcenter Unified Architecture (TCUA).
• Experience with Teamcenter installation, deployment, configuration and administration.
• Knowledge of Windows‑based infrastructure and scripting, particularly PowerShell and Python.
• Ability to operate effectively within complex, security‑conscious or hardened IT environments.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical challenges.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Exposure to additional Teamcenter modules and integrations, including:
• Mechanical Design and Creo integration.
• Electronic Design Management (EDM) integration.
• Experience with the Siemens Teamcenter Integration Framework (TIF).
• Familiarity with Atlassian tools, including Jira, Bitbucket and Confluence.
• Knowledge of Teamcenter performance optimisation, environment tuning and diagnostic tools.
• Experience working collaboratively across multiple business functions, infrastructure teams and third‑party service providers.
• Experience supporting complex enterprise environments with demanding security and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of recent Siemens Teamcenter releases, including version 2406 and above, with awareness of evolving architectural approaches introduced in version 2512.

Personal Attributes

A proactive and technically capable specialist with a hands‑on approach to problem‑solving.

Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with wider technical and business teams.

Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

Comfortable working within an established solution, identifying areas for improvement and delivering enhancements.

Adaptable and able to respond to changing technical and business priorities.

Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to comply with relevant organisational health, safety and environmental policies, taking reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of others. They will be required to follow appropriate procedures, report hazards or incidents and undertake their responsibilities in accordance with applicable workplace standards