Lead, Configuration & Release Engineer

Onto Innovation; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 86,400 - 129,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with employer match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

Onto Innovation in Bloomington, Minnesota is seeking a PLM Ownership & Administration professional to manage PDM and PLM systems. You will lead Windchill implementations, oversee data architecture, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in configuration management, advanced proficiency in PTC Windchill, and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. Benefits include competitive salaries, health coverage, and an inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Configuration Management or PLM Administration in a complex hardware environment.
• Advanced proficiency in PTC Windchill including administration and workflow.
• Strong knowledge of CAD systems and ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Deep knowledge of PLM data objects and procurement triggers.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary administrator for PDM and PLM systems.
• Lead Windchill implementations and manage transformation initiatives.
• Own the engineering change process and develop tracking reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project readiness.

Skills

Configuration Management

PLM Administration

Mechanical Design Support

Technical Communication

Team Coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PTC Windchill

Creo

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers’ critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient.

PLM Ownership & Administration

• System Governance: Act as the primary administrator for PDM and PLM (Windchill), serving as the system of record for the product lifecycle, engineering BOMs, and part libraries.
• Data Architecture: Oversee part number creation, lifecycle state governance, and user access control. Manage the functional application of Part Types, Phantoms, and Subassemblies.
• Integration Management: Synchronize data between PLM, ERP, and CAD systems to ensure a single source of truth for product data across the global organization.
• Digital Transformation: Lead end-to-end Windchill implementations and drive transformation initiatives, managing program governance, milestones, and executive reporting.

Change Management & Design Integrity

• Promotion & Workflow: Own the engineering change process (ECO/ECN). Drive the Promotion Request process in Windchill and develop custom reports to track release cycles and system metrics.
• Technical Review: Review engineering drawings prior to release to validate clarity, dimensioning, and GD&T compliance (ASME Y14.5).
• NPI Support: Support NPI builds (EVT/DVT/PVT) by ensuring BOM and drawing readiness, collaborating cross-functionally with Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Manufacturing, and Quality teams.
• Make/Buy Strategy: Collaborate with Supply Chain to manage Make/Buy attributes, ensuring the PLM-to-ERP integration correctly triggers procurement or production.

Standards & Training

• Best Practices: Develop and maintain CAD/PLM best practice guides and conduct training sessions to ensure consistency across all global engineering teams.
• Data Analytics: Leverage Excel and Power BI to create dashboards that visualize configuration health and identify bottlenecks in the release process.

Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years in Configuration Management, PLM Administration, or Mechanical Design Support within a complex hardware environment (semiconductor, robotics, or aerospace preferred).
• Technical Expert: Advanced hands-on proficiency in PTC Windchill (Administration, workflow management, and report generation).
• CAD & Standards: Proficiency in Creo, SolidWorks, or AutoCAD with a focus on large assembly management. Solid understanding of ASME Y14.5 GD&T and 2D drawing management.
• System Knowledge: Deep understanding of PLM data objects, including the logic of Phantoms, Subassemblies, and Make vs. Buy procurement triggers.
• Communication: Strong cross-functional skills; comfortable coordinating technical initiatives across multiple global subsystem teams.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.

Why Join Onto Innovation?

At Onto Innovation, we believe your work should matter—and so should your well-being. That's why we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family. From health, dental, and vision coverage to life and disability insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) with employer match, we've got you covered. You'll also enjoy access to our Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), wellness initiatives, and cutting-edge tools—all within a collaborative, inclusive culture where your contributions are valued and recognized.

Compensation & Growth

• Base Salary Range: $86,400.00 - $129,600.00, offered in good faith and based on experience, location, and qualifications.
• Additional Rewards: Annual bonus opportunities and potential long-term incentives tied to both company and individual success.

Empowering Every Voice To Shape The Future

Onto Innovation is committed to creating a workplace where every qualified candidate has an equal opportunity to succeed. We evaluate applicants based on skills, experience, and potential - without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe diversity of thought and background drives innovation and strengthens our team.

Important Note on Export Compliance: For certain positions requiring access to technical data, U.S. export licensing review may be necessary for applicants who are not U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, or other protected persons under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).