Lead Digital Engineer - Program/Engagement Manager (PLM)

Capgemini Engineering; Melbourne (FL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Capgemini Engineering is seeking a Senior Manager, Engagement/Program Manager with expertise in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) for Aerospace and Defense projects. This role involves leading PLM projects, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring project delivery within scope and budget. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in program management, strong leadership skills, and a background in engineering. Join a team committed to delivering high-performance projects and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Healthcare programs

Financial well-being programs

Paid time off and holidays

Paid parental leave

Family building benefits

Mentoring and coaching programs

Qualifications

• 15+ years in program management focused on PLM projects.
• Experience in engineering consultancy or Aircraft OEM environment.
• Strong expertise in PLM systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a portfolio of PLM projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for PLM efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing Engineering

Master’s degree or equivalent preferred

Tools

Teamcenter

Windchill

Enovia

SAP

Job description

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Location: Melbourne, FL (preferred). Remote (within US)

About the job you’re considering

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Engagement/Program Manager with strong background in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) for managing projects in Aerospace and Defense Industry. Our primary goal is to achieve high performance for all our projects and to deliver outstanding customer happiness. Scope includes program management for projects in PLM for one or more A & D projects. This position is part of Capgemini Engineering North America Delivery Organization and would report to Delivery Executive/Head of A & D delivery unit, aligned to Digital continuity and Manufacturing engineering practice.

Your Role

• Lead and manage a portfolio of PLM projects, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, IT, and business team members to define project objectives and requirements.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including timelines, achievements, and prioritization.
• Identify and mitigate project risks to ensure successful outcomes.
• Provide leadership and direction to multi-functional teams, encouraging a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Maintain consistent communication with collaborators, offering regular updates on project status, risks, and changes.
• Ensure all projects meet quality standards and align with industry regulations and standard processes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve PLM efficiency and effectiveness.

Your Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field (Master’s or equivalent preferred).
• Proven experience of at least 15 years in program management with a focus on PLM projects.
• Experience in an engineering consultancy or Aircraft OEM environment is highly desirable.
• Strong expertise in PLM systems such as Teamcenter, Windchill, or Enovia.
• Experience with PLM-ERP integration (ex SAP) is a plus.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall).
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical collaborators.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, automotive, or manufacturing industries.
• Familiarity with digital transformation and Industry 4.0 initiatives.
• Knowledge of PLM data migration, integration, and data management processes.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification preferred.

Compliance & Security

• Export Control/ITAR Compliance: Ensure all project activities align with applicable export control laws and ITAR regulations.
• Security Clearance: Ability to acquire and maintain a security clearance as required.

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Life at Capgemini

Capgemini supports all aspects of your well-being throughout the changing stages of your life and career. For eligible employees, we offer:

• Healthcare including dental, vision, mental health, and well-being programs
• Financial well-being programs such as 401(k) and Employee Share Ownership Plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Family building benefits like adoption assistance, surrogacy, and cryopreservation
• Social well-being benefits like subsidized back-up child/elder care and tutoring
• Mentoring, coaching and learning programs
• Employee Resource Groups
• Disaster Relief

About Capgemini Engineering

World leader in engineering and R&D services, Capgemini Engineering combines its broad industry knowledge and powerful technologies in digital and software to support the convergence of the physical and digital worlds. Coupled with the capabilities of the rest of the Group, it helps clients to accelerate their journey towards Intelligent Industry. Capgemini Engineering has 65,000 engineer and scientist team members in over 30 countries across sectors including Aeronautics, Space, Defense, Naval, Automotive, Rail, Infrastructure & Transportation, Energy, Utilities & Chemicals, Life Sciences, Communications, Semiconductor & Electronics, Industrial & Consumer, Software & Internet.

Capgemini Engineering is an integral part of the Capgemini Group, a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With it's strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions using strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem. The Group reported 2024 global revenues of €22.1 billion.

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Disclaimer

Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever vital to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodations do not pose an undue hardship.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Product Management, and Project Management

• Industries

  Engineering Services, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, and Defense and Space Manufacturing

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