SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) Solution Architect

C5MI; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

C5MI in Lexington, Kentucky is seeking a skilled SAP Plant Maintenance Solution Architect to lead the design and implementation of SAP EAM solutions. You will be responsible for defining solution architecture and guiding teams to ensure successful project delivery.

The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in SAP PM and EAM, with strong integration knowledge, and the ability to lead workshops. This role also provides valuable mentorship and supports business development initiatives.

Competitive compensation package and benefits offered, including medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) / EAM implementation experience.
• 2+ full lifecycle SAP S/4HANA implementations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end SAP PM/EAM solution architecture.
• Lead blueprint workshops and solution design sessions.
• Evaluate existing maintenance processes to improve efficiency.

Skills

SAP Plant Maintenance (PM)

Enterprise Asset Management (EAM)

SAP S/4HANA

Integration architecture

Leadership and mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in information systems, Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

SAP PM configuration

SAP Fiori

Job description

Position Summary

The SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) Solution Architect serves as the senior solution authority responsible for the design, architecture, and implementation of SAP Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) and Plant Maintenance solutions within an SAP S/4HANA environment. This role translates complex maintenance, asset management, and operational requirements into scalable, best-practice solutions that support business objectives and long-term operational success. The Architect leads blueprint and solution design workshops, defines solution scope and architectural standards, guides functional delivery teams, and serves as the primary liaison between business stakeholders, project teams, and SAP functional and technical resources to ensure the successful delivery of integrated asset management and maintenance capabilities across the enterprise.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end SAP PM/EAM solution architecture across maintenance operations, asset lifecycle management, work management, preventive and corrective maintenance, and enterprise asset management processes.
• Design and govern enterprise asset structures including functional locations, equipment master data, classification frameworks, maintenance BOMs, and asset hierarchies.
• Define maintenance planning and execution strategies, including notifications, work orders, task lists, maintenance plans, status management, preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, and condition-based maintenance approaches.
• Establish integration architecture between SAP PM and related SAP solutions, including MM, FI/CO, QM, procurement, inventory management, and warehouse operations.
• Lead blueprint workshops, solution design sessions, architecture reviews, and requirements-gathering activities with business and technical stakeholders.
• Evaluate existing maintenance processes and supporting technologies; develop recommendations, roadmaps, and solution strategies to improve operational efficiency and asset performance.
• Define security, authorization, and role-based access strategies supporting maintenance planners, technicians, supervisors, and operational leadership.
• Provide architectural governance throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with SAP best practices, scalability, maintainability, and business objectives.
• Collaborate with technical teams to support integrations, reporting, data migration, enhancements, and custom development activities.
• Mentor consultants and project team members while providing guidance on solution design decisions and implementation best practices.
• Support business development efforts, solution estimates, statements of work, and technical proposal development as a subject matter expert.
• Adhere to all certified processes as part of our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality and information security, including active participation in quality assurance activities and the protection of sensitive information in accordance with company policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, Engineering, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 8+ years of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) / Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) implementation experience.
• 2+ full lifecycle SAP S/4HANA implementations with responsibility for solution architecture, enterprise design, or lead architecture functions.
• Deep expertise in SAP PM configuration and architecture, including functional locations, equipment master data, maintenance BOMs, task lists, maintenance strategies, maintenance plans, notifications, and work order management.
• Strong knowledge of SAP PM integration with MM, FI/CO, QM, procurement, and inventory management processes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead workshops, facilitate design sessions, and communicate effectively with both business and technical stakeholders.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), federal government, defense contractor, aerospace, logistics, manufacturing, or other asset-intensive organizations.
• Experience evaluating, modernizing, integrating, or replacing legacy CMMS/EAM platforms such as Maximo, Infor EAM, TC-Max, or similar asset management solutions.
• SAP Certified Application Associate – SAP S/4HANA Asset Management or related SAP certification.
• Experience with SAP Fiori applications supporting mobile maintenance execution and asset management processes.
• Experience with predictive maintenance, condition-based maintenance, and enterprise asset management best practices.
• Prior consulting or systems integration experience with responsibility for solution architecture, client advisory services, statement of work development, and delivery governance.

Compensation: In accordance with pay transparency law, the expected salary range for this position is $140,000– $210,000 annually. The actual compensation offered will be determined based on factors such as the candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location. We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This posted range reflects our good faith estimate of the compensation we reasonably expect to offer for this role at the time of posting.

Application Deadline: We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 08/22/26.

C5MI offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here: C5MI Benefits

Our employees are key to our success, so we strive to be more than just a team; we’re a community built upon a set of Core Values that guide our every action:

• Challenge– We believe in challenging the present – it’s the only way to shape the future. We must be exceptional communicators and collaborators while always learning. We also understand that speaking your mind requires equal parts brain (what to say), thoughtfulness (when to say it), and caring (how it’s said). Incremental won’t win.
• Have Fun– We are on a journey, together. Take care of your family, take care of yourself, and take care of each other. Live your happiness. Stay human, take care of each other and invest in your community. Life isn’t all about work. Live your happiness. Be healthy.
• All In– You can’t fake passion – show your energy. Own it – take charge and lead. Our team is made up of top quartile talent and we never accept second best. Accountability, trust, and integrity create an environment to realize the team’s true potential.
• Never Forget the Customer– We have walked a mile in your shoes. Experience matters. We drive innovation to generate business value. Be true – no BS.
• GSD (Get Stuff Done)– We take initiative and never make excuses. We act with urgency, and we delivery high quality outcomes with extreme velocity. We embrace process discipline, drive continuous improvement, and stay audit ready. We relentlessly execute and plan for tomorrow by creating sustainable outcomes. That is how we win!
• Empower– Our people are the foundation for our success. We recognize their value, and support them by fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. We recognize individual strengths, build confidence through action, and invest in personal development.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, use the application link provided in this job posting and complete the application and submit a resume. If the position requires a specific certification, please be sure to upload a copy of your certification when you apply.

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