Windchill Architect

CloudwaveAI; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

CloudwaveAI is seeking a Windchill Architect to lead PLM consulting, implementation, deployment, and adoption initiatives. The role requires deep Windchill expertise and strong solution architecture capabilities to guide project teams and partner with stakeholders to deliver measurable business outcomes.

You will manage multi workstreams, plan activities, review deliverables, and provide status updates to PMs.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of Windchill implementation experience.
• Strong expertise in Windchill implementation and solution design.
• Solid understanding of the Windchill data model.
• 3–5 years of Windchill PLM customization experience.
• Experience with PLM integrations.
• Strong PLM domain knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead one or more workstreams and associated consulting, implementation, deployment, and adoption teams.
• Plan project activities and assign tasks to team members.
• Review deliverables for quality, accuracy and alignment with project requirements.
• Collaborate closely with Program and Project Managers and provide regular status updates.
• Represent project teams during governance and risk management discussions.
• Lead analysis, solution design, implementation, validation, and deployment of PLM solutions.
• Support the development and maintenance of client roadmaps and enterprise architecture strategies.
• Drive innovation and recommend practical, timely solutions to business challenges.

Skills

Windchill implementation

Windchill PLM customization

Windchill data model

PLM integrations

PLM domain knowledge

Leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering

Tools

Creo CAD

AutoCAD

Job description

As a Windchill Architect, you will lead PLM consulting, implementation, deployment, and adoption initiatives. This role requires strong solution architecture capabilities, deep Windchill expertise, and the ability to lead project teams while collaborating with stakeholders to deliver business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead one or more workstreams and associated consulting, implementation, deployment, and adoption teams.
• Plan project activities and assign tasks to team members.
• Review deliverables to ensure quality, accuracy, and alignment with project requirements.
• Collaborate closely with Program and Project Managers and provide regular status updates.
• Represent project teams during governance and risk management discussions.
• Lead analysis, solution design, implementation, validation, and deployment of PLM solutions.
• Support the development and maintenance of client roadmaps and enterprise architecture strategies.
• Drive innovation and recommend practical, timely solutions to business challenges.

Required Skills & Experience

Must-Have

• 12+ years of experience in Windchill implementation projects.
• Strong expertise in Windchill implementation and solution design.
• Solid understanding of the Windchill data model.
• 3-5 years of Windchill PLM customization experience.
• Experience with PLM integrations.
• Strong PLM domain knowledge.

Preferred Experience

• Experience managing CAD data in Windchill using tools such as Creo, AutoCAD, and related CAD applications.
• Delivered at least 3-5 Windchill implementations as a Solution Architect.
• Understanding of database systems.
• Knowledge of software quality processes and implementation methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good understanding of Windchill product suites.

Education

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering or a related field.