Product Lifecycle Management Specialist

Samsung SDI America Inc.; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsung SDI America Inc. in Auburn Hills, MI seeks a PLM Specialist to lead the implementation and management of the Product Lifecycle Management tool and related processes for battery pack systems. The role combines engineering and manufacturing with change management, requiring coordination of cross‑functional teams.

The ideal candidate will drive process improvements, ensure quality standards, and work with regional teams to align global practices within a dynamic automotive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Business Admin, Supply Chain, or Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in process management and/or product development.
• Fluent in Microsoft Office for tracking, minutes, and schedules.
• Experience working across regional boundaries in multi‑cultural environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and implement the Samsung SDI Product Lifecycle Management tool within the SDIABS organization.
• Monitor the S-PLM progress and provide HQ feedback on tool performance and updates.
• Facilitate Change Review Board (CRB) meetings with agenda and minutes.
• Manage Eng/Mfg change requests from approval to implementation.
• Track and report KPI for PLM and Change Management.
• Transition Engineering Change Management from manual processes to S-PLM system.
• Collaborate with regional teams in Austria and Korea to standardize processes.

Skills

PLM expertise

Cross-functional leadership

Microsoft Office

Process management

Global collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering

Master’s degree in business management or engineering

Tools

S-PLM system

Job description

The PLM Specialist is responsible to implement and execute corporate processes to manage the product life cycle tool/process within the Auburn Hills organization.This position has a combined set of responsibilities. The PLM responsibilities cover the tools and processes used in the development and manufacturing of battery pack systems or energy storage modules. The Change Management process requires oversight for the Engineering and Manufacturing change process as well as coordination of the Change Review Board.Both responsibilities will require the individual to utilize leadership skills in coordinating, facilitating, and directing efforts of cross-functional teams and ensure efficient use of team resources. The position involves work with other regional partners to commonize the business processes and tool chain. Work is performed under minimal supervision and requires independent problem-solving and decision making with general direction and broad guidance.

ESSENTIAL ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The individual will be responsible for oversight and implementation of the Samsung SDI Product Lifecycle Management tool within the SDIABS organization.
• Monitor the S-PLM progress and provide the headquarters team feedback on the tool performance and necessary updates or modifications.
• Facilitate the Change Review Board (CRB) meetings with agenda and minutes
• Manage all Eng/Mfg change requests from approval phase through the implementation phase of the change.
• Track and report the Key Process Indicators (KPI’s) for PLM and Change Management
• Manage the Engineering Change Management process transition from the current manual process to the S-PLM system.
• Work with the global Samsung SDI regional teams in Austria and Korea to commonize the business processes where necessary and possible.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or equivalent through demonstrated experience.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience with process management and/or product development including a broad understanding of automotive product development engineering, production and quality processes.
• Fluent in Microsoft Office software to be able to track and analyze spreadsheets, meeting minutes and program schedules.
• Demonstrated experience in working across regional boundaries with colleagues from different geographical regions with multi-cultural environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Master’s degree in business management, engineering or other applicable discipline.
• OEM or Tier 1 supplier experience in product development, PLM or associated tool use

INTERNAL TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• Quality Policy
• Job Specific Training Plan Completion
• Quality Objectives
• New Hire or New Position Orientation
• Integrated Management Systems
• Samsung Philosophy and Values

QUALITY ASSURANCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Comply with requirements of the Integrated Management System, in accordance with ISO 9001:2015, ISO/TS 16949, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.
• Support ISO/TS 16949 quality audits for change mangement
• Identify concerns and initiate corrective actions (through verification) relating to product, process and quality systems
• Initiate preventative and continuous improvement actions relating to product, process and quality systems
• Knowledge of Customer Specific Requirements, and/or where to locate them.

HEALTH & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

• Follow safe work procedures established by the Company; and follow the OH&S directions of the head of your department or supervisor
• Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety systems
• Where PPE is required to control exposure to hazards in the workplace, wear and maintain the PPE as directed, as indicated in a risk assessment, or as required in OH&S procedures
• Use other safety and emergency equipment provided in the workplace as directed or as required in OH&S procedures
• Assist with the preparation of risk assessments
• Before commencing work or research, a risk assessment should be conducted to identify, assess and control the hazards associated with the work or research. This should be conducted in conjunction with other relevant staff, researchers and the supervisor
• Report OH&S problems
• Report workplace hazards to the supervisor as soon as possible after they occur
• Report injury or illness arising from workplace activities using the incident/injury reporting system as soon as possible after the incident
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions