PLM Lead Administrator

Fortress Recruit Limited; Poole; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A Defence Engineering organization in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced PLM Lead Administrator to manage their Product Lifecycle Management system. This role is vital for ensuring smooth operations across the engineering teams, focusing on tasks such as data control, training users, and liaising with software suppliers. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience with PLM systems, especially Windchill, alongside strong engineering data management skills.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience administering PLM systems, specifically Windchill as a super-user.
• Strong knowledge of engineering data management, CAD integration, and configuration control.
• Ability to train and support users at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead administration, configuration, and daily operation of the PLM system.
• Manage engineering data, workflows, and change control processes.
• Deliver user training, coaching, and support.

Skills

Experience administering PLM systems

Knowledge of engineering data management

User training and support

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of IT systems

Tools

Windchill

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Fortress Recruit is supporting a Defence Engineering organisation seeking an experienced PLM Lead Administrator to manage and optimise their Product Lifecycle Management system. This role is central to the day-to-day operation of the PLM platform, ensuring smooth performance, data control, and effective support for engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead administration, configuration, and daily operation of the PLM system (Windchill).
• Manage engineering data, workflows, and change control processes.
• Deliver user training, coaching, and support.
• Liaise with software suppliers to resolve issues and implement system improvements.
• Configure products, folder structures, object types, and templates.
• Maintain system housekeeping, licences, and access control.
• Provide reports and insights on system performance and data status.
• Support CAD data structures, common part libraries, and legacy digital data.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience administering PLM systems, specifically Windchill as a super-user.
• Strong knowledge of engineering data management, CAD integration, and configuration control.
• Ability to train and support users at all levels.
• Proactive approach with excellent problem-solving and documentation skills.
• Good working knowledge of IT systems and Microsoft Office.