Program Manager - PLM Architecture & Implementation (Lisbon)

Capgemini Engineering; Portugal; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and life insurance

Training and certifications programs

Referral program with bonuses

Job summary

Capgemini Engineering is looking for an experienced Program Manager in Portugal to lead large-scale automotive digital engineering and wiring systems implementations. You will manage the end-to-end program delivery, focusing on wiring harness / Electrical Distribution Systems (EDS) and PLM platforms like Siemens Capital.

This role requires 10+ years of experience and involves coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure successful project outcomes while aligning with business strategies. Join a multicultural and inclusive team offering opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in automotive engineering systems, preferably wiring harness / EDS.
• Proven experience leading implementations of Siemens Capital or equivalent wiring/EDS tools.
• Strong background in integration across PLM, ERP, and engineering systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end implementation programs from solution architecture through pilot and full rollout.
• Ensure delivery meets quality, timeline, and cost targets.
• Drive stakeholder alignment, executive communication, and decision-making.

Skills

Automotive engineering systems

Stakeholder management

Wiring harness / EDS expertise

PLM and digital engineering transformation

Education

10+ years of experience

Tools

Siemens Capital

Siemens Teamcenter

Job description

Your Role

10+ years of experience

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager – PLM Architecture & Implementation to lead large-scale automotive digital engineering and wiring systems implementations. This role is responsible for end-to-end program delivery, from solution architecture through pilot and global rollout, with a strong focus on wiring harness / Electrical Distribution Systems (EDS) and PLM platforms such as Siemens Capital and Teamcenter.

You will act as the overall delivery and architecture leader, coordinating cross‑functional teams across engineering, IT, manufacturing, and external partners while ensuring alignment with business strategy, enterprise systems, and scalability objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Program Management & Delivery

• Lead end-to-end implementation programs from solution architecture through pilot and full rollout
• Develop and manage integrated program plans, including milestones, dependencies, risks, and deliverables
• Ensure delivery meets quality, timeline, and cost targets
• Establish and lead governance cadence, including steering committees, executive reviews, and status reporting
• Own the end-to-end solution architecture (application, data, and integration)
• Ensure alignment with business processes, wiring domain requirements, and enterprise systems
• Drive an OOTB-first (out-of-the-box) approach, minimizing customization while ensuring scalability and maintainability
• Ensure seamless integration across PLM (e.g., Siemens Teamcenter), ERP, and downstream manufacturing systems

Cross-Functional & Stakeholder Leadership

• Engineering (wiring harness / EDS)
• IT systems (PLM, ERP, integrations)
• External system integrators and partners
• Drive stakeholder alignment, executive communication, and decision‑making
• Lead change management, adoption strategy, and business readiness activities

Testing, Deployment & Adoption

• Oversee testing phases including SIT and UAT
• Ensure deployment readiness and cutover planning
• Support user adoption and post‑deployment stabilization

Your Profile

• 10+ years of experience in automotive engineering systems, preferably wiring harness / EDS
• PLM and digital engineering transformation programs
• Proven experience leading implementations of Siemens Capital or equivalent wiring/EDS tools
• Strong background in integration across PLM, ERP, and engineering systems
• Strong stakeholder management and executive-level communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Siemens Teamcenter or similar PLM platforms
• Certifications: PMP, Agile, SAFe (preferred)

What you'll love about working here

• Join a multicultural and inclusive team environment.
• Enjoy a supportive atmosphere promoting work-life balance.
• Engage in exciting national and international projects.
• Your career growth is central to our mission. Our array of career growth programs and diverse professionals are crafted to support you in exploring a world of opportunities.
• Training and certifications programs.
• Health and life insurance.
• Referral program with bonuses for talent recommendations.
• Great office locations.