Project Lead - Engineering (PLM)

TieTalent; Minneapolis (MN); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking professional services firm is seeking a Project Lead to oversee the selection and deployment of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software. This remote role requires an experienced individual with a strong engineering focus and proven skills in managing PLM systems like PTC Windchill and SolidWorks. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless integration of engineering tools and driving change management efforts. This dynamic opportunity allows you to shape the future of product management while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance operational efficiency and support scalable business models.

Qualifications

• In-depth experience in PLM selection and deployment, especially with PTC Windchill.
• Proven experience managing CAD/PLM/ERP integration ensuring smooth operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead evaluation and selection of PLM systems aligning with business needs.
• Oversee deployment and adoption of PLM system ensuring smooth integration.

Skills

PLM selection and deployment

CAD/PLM/ERP integration

Change management

Cross-functional team leadership

Articulating technical concepts

Tools

PTC Windchill

SolidWorks PLM

CADLink

Epicor

CPQ systems

Job description

A professional services firm is seeking an experienced professional to join their team as a Project Lead to oversee the selection and deployment of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software with a strong engineering focus.

***This role is REMOTE with some travel to Minnesota 1-2 times per quarter.***

Responsibilities:

Lead the evaluation and selection of a suitable PLM system (e.g., PTC Windchill, SolidWorks PLM) that aligns with the client's business needs, ensuring the system supports scalability, ease of use, and long-term governance
Oversee the deployment and adoption of the PLM system, ensuring smooth integration with engineering tools and downstream systems
Manage the integration of SolidWorks, CADLink, and Epicor to ensure seamless coordination between engineering, manufacturing, and sales systems, facilitating the shift to a product management structure
Ensure proper product lifecycle management and version control, driving efficient data flow between systems while minimizing silos
Guide the development of standardized product structures and configurations that integrate with CPQ tools, reducing engineering effort and enabling sales teams to configure products without needing engineering intervention
Lead the transition from an Engineer-to-Order (ETO) model to a more standardized, productized offering, enabling a more scalable business model and supporting faster go-to-market strategies
Facilitate the reduction of engineering dependency in sales processes to ensure a more efficient and streamlined operation
Drive change management efforts to ensure effective communication and smooth adoption of new tools and processes across impacted teams (engineering, sales, product management)
Ensure that all stakeholders are aligned with the project's goals and that the transformation process is well-understood and embraced

Qualifications:

In-depth experience in PLM selection and deployment, particularly with systems like PTC Windchill or SolidWorks PLM
Proven experience managing CAD/PLM/ERP integration (SolidWorks, CADLink, Epicor), ensuring smooth operations across engineering and manufacturing
Familiarity with Configure, Price, Quote (CPQ) systems and how they integrate with PLM, engineering, and product management processes
Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale projects involving PLM selection, deployment, and cross-system integration, delivering on time and within budget
Strong understanding of product lifecycle management and version control, with a focus on streamlining engineering processes and supporting a scalable business model

Desired Skills:

Ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams, providing clear direction while fostering collaboration among stakeholders to achieve shared goals
Skilled in articulating complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, ensuring alignment between engineering, sales, and product management teams
Comfortable navigating evolving business models and shifting priorities, proactively identifying challenges and offering creative solutions
Balances immediate project needs with long-term business goals, advocating for team needs while aligning with the client's evolving strategy
Ability to understand team challenges and advocate for their needs while ensuring project objectives are met