PLM Manager (Product Lifecycle)

Redline Group Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Cambridge is seeking an experienced PLM Manager to define and maintain configuration management processes and ensure product lifecycle compliance. The ideal candidate has proven experience in configuration management and robust PLM implementations. This role offers a competitive salary, private healthcare, and a pension scheme. Interested candidates should send their CVs for consideration.

Benefits

Pension up to 10.5%

Bonus

Private healthcare

Qualifications

• Proven experience in configuration management or related field.
• Hands-on experience with PLM upgrades and change control.
• Strong ability to interpret technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain configuration management processes.
• Ensure accuracy of product structures and documentation.
• Control and monitor configuration changes throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Configuration management

PLM upgrades/implementations

Interpret technical documentation

PLM/configuration management tools

Knowledge of industry best practices

Leading and coaching team members

Education

Degree in engineering or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

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Responsibilities of the PLM Manager (Product Lifecycle) job based in Cambridge:

• Define, implement, and maintain configuration management processes, standards, and best practices.
• Ensure accurate creation and maintenance of product structures, variants, and associated documentation.
• Control and monitor configuration changes throughout the product lifecycle, ensuring complete traceability.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, compliance, and commercial teams to align configuration data with operational needs.
• Support product certification and regulatory compliance through accurate configuration records.
• Provide training, coaching, and guidance to stakeholders on configuration procedures and PLM methodologies.
• Support the implementation of a new PLM (PDM) system, transitioning existing manual processes into improved digital workflows.
• Manage and ensure timely approval of Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) across the organisation.

Skills & experience required of the PLM Manager (Product Lifecycle) job based in Cambridge:

• Proven experience in configuration management or a closely related engineering/manufacturing discipline.
• Hands‑on experience with PLM upgrades/implementations and robust change control processes.
• Strong ability to interpret technical documentation, drawings, and product specifications.
• Proficiency with PLM/configuration management tools and ERP systems.
• Knowledge of modern industry best practices for configuration control and lifecycle management.
• Experience leading, coaching, or developing team members to improve engineering capabilities.
• Degree (or equivalent) in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field.

Benefits for the PLM Manager (Product Lifecycle) job based in Cambridge:

• Pension up to 10.5%
• Bonus
• Private healthcare

If this PLM Manager (Product Lifecycle) job based in Cambridge could be of interest, send your CV to (url removed) or call Ben on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed)