Teamcenter Administrator

Ektello; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Ektello is seeking a Senior PLM Engineer to lead data management and automation within the Digital Design Coordination team in Detroit, MI. The role blends Siemens Teamcenter expertise with process improvement to drive data integrity and scalable design data operations across vehicle programs.

You will automate manual workflows, support Active Workspace adoption, and partner with IT, engineering and design to standardize data structures, audits, and release notes for cross-functional programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with Teamcenter, NX, and Visualization applications.
• Strong knowledge of Siemens Teamcenter (RAC and Active Workspace) TcVis and NX integration.
• Familiarity with automation concepts (scripts, templates, or PLM configuration).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to engage global partners.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; lead process improvements.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight timelines.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain structured Teamcenter assemblies for 3D CAD data across internal databases.
• Apply knowledge of vehicle builds to ensure accurate data organization.
• Run audits to maintain the Persistent Digital Model (PDM) integrity for rapid visualization.
• Lead efforts to reduce manual processes through automation and scalable solutions.
• Prepare for Active Workspace adoption and evolving PLM functionality.
• Define and implement best practices for data structure and milestones.
• Monitor and resolve Teamcenter-related issues with root-cause analysis.
• Partner with IT to manage defect resolution and production stability.
• Document changes and communicate readiness across teams.
• Maintain awareness of program timing and data readiness for each phase.
• Support P2P and design patent processes, including coordination.

Skills

Teamcenter

NX

Automation concepts

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Project execution

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or CS

Tools

Teamcenter

NX

TcVis

Active Workspace

Visualization apps

Job description

The Digital Design Coordination (DDC) team is a critical enabler of design data operations, ensuring structured, disciplined digital environments that support sculpting, engineering, and milling communities. This role goes beyond technical support, it combines deep PLM (Simens Teamcenter) expertise with process innovation, relationship-building, and a strong understanding of vehicle architecture to drive efficiency and scalability.

The successful candidate will lead initiatives to automate manual workflows, support the transition to Siemens Teamcenter Active Workspace, and act as a pivotal partner in aligning DDC’s work with Design Technology strategy. This position requires technical fluency, attention to detail, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams while maintaining a relentless focus on data integrity and process excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Data Management & Integration

• Build and maintain structured Teamcenter assemblies for 3D CAD data (NX, Alias) across internal databases.
• Apply knowledge of vehicle builds—including trim levels, variants, carry-over vs. new parts, and shared commodities—to ensure accurate data organization.
• Run audits to eliminate stacked parts, resolve gaps, and maintain integrity of the Persistent Digital Model (PDM) for rapid visualization throughout GVDP phases.

Process Development & Automation

• Lead efforts to reduce manual processes (e.g., Excel-based builders) through automation and scalable solutions.
• Collaborate with IT and Design Technology to prepare for Active Workspace adoption and evolving PLM functionality.
• Define and implement best practices for data structure and milestone readiness.
• Monitor and resolve Teamcenter-related issues, performing root cause analysis and implementing long-term fixes.
• Partner with IT to manage defect resolution and production stability.
• Document and communicate changes, ensuring transparency and readiness across impacted teams.
• Maintain awareness of GVDP timing and ensure proactive data readiness for each program (conceptual, developmental and execution) phase.
• Provide support for P2P and design patent processes, including coordination and documentation.

Training & Communication

• Develop and support training materials for Teamcenter and in collaboration with Global Design Training.
• Act as a mentor and resource for cross-functional teams, promoting consistency in DCM/PDM methods and tool usage.
• Streamline communication of software and process changes through structured release notes, impact briefs, and micro-training.
• Capture business requirements and develop use cases for process improvement projects.
• Lead validation testing for Teamcenter upgrades, including test case creation, execution, and issue tracking.
• Influence strategic direction by fostering innovation and accountability across teams.
• Build strong relationships with engineering, program management, and sculpting partners to expedite information flow and enable decision-making.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with Teamcenter, NX, and Visualization applications.
• Strong knowledge of Siemens Teamcenter (RAC and Active Workspace) TcVis and NX integration.
• Familiarity with automation concepts (scripts, templates, or PLM configuration) preferred.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to engage global business, IT, engineering and design partners.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; ability to lead process improvements and drive adoption.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight timelines.