PLM Engineer

Fortune Brands Innovations is seeking an experienced PLM Engineer to join our Product Development Systems team. This role is responsible for the implementation administration and continuous improvement of engineering systems and processes that support new product development across our portfolio of brands including Moen Therma-Tru Master Lock and others.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with 3DExperience cloud-based PLM CAD/engineering tools and system integrations. A strong background in custom API development and process automation is essential to drive efficiency and scalability across our global engineering organization.

POSITION LOCATION: This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule based out of Deerfield IL. Effective fall 2025 Fortune Brands will transition to a new world-class campus in Deerfield bringing together associates from across our U.S. offices brands and functions. The campus will offer vibrant workspaces for collaboration along with amenities for dining onsite daycare fitness and recreation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership in the configuration support and enhancement of PLM (3DExperience) CAD Software for a global user base across North America Europe and Asia.
• Design and implement engineering change control processes and system integrations to improve product development speed reduce waste and enhance productivity.
• Develop and maintain training materials documentation and reference guides to promote best practices and system adoption.
• Architect and configure PLM workflows external collaboration capabilities and integrations between PLM CAD and ERP systems to support strategic business objectives.
• Manage upgrades maintenance and support for engineering software tools including 3DExperience SolidWorks DriveWorks and project management platforms.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to SolidWorks CAD software ensuring optimal performance and user experience across the engineering organization.
• Lead issue resolution efforts and proactively identify opportunities to improve system reliability usability and performance.
• Collaborate with external consultants vendors and internal IT teams to deliver complex system initiatives.
• Oversee production releases of new system features and enhancements including testing deployment planning user training and post-launch support.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in engineering or product development including at least 2 years supporting CAD/engineering tools in a global environment.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in PLM systems with a strong preference for 3DExperience and SolidWorks including data migration upgrades and workflow configuration.
• Proven experience integrating PLM systems with ERP platforms (SAP or Oracle) and managing engineering change control processes.
• Familiarity with project and portfolio management systems workflows and collaboration tools.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficiency in customizing 3DExperience using Java or other programming languages.
• Experience integrating data across systems using SQL and API development.
• SolidWorks Certification such as CAD Design Associate/Professional/Expert (CSWA/CSWP/CSWE).
• Knowledge of Stage-Gate product development methodology.
• Experience with Microsoft Project SharePoint Office 365 and the Power Platform.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to quickly learn new tools and technologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across functions and levels.
• Strong technical writing skills for documentation procedures and training materials.
• Highly organized self-motivated and capable of managing multiple priorities independently.

Qualifications :

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in engineering or product development including at least 2 years supporting CAD/engineering tools in a global environment.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in PLM systems with a strong preference for 3DExperience and SolidWorks including data migration upgrades and workflow configuration.
• Proven experience integrating PLM systems with ERP platforms (SAP or Oracle are preferred) and managing engineering change control processes.
• Experience integrating data across systems using SQL and API development.
• Familiarity with project and portfolio management systems workflows and collaboration tools.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficiency in customizing 3DExperience using Java or other programming languages.
• SolidWorks Certification such as CAD Design Associate/Professional/Expert (CSWA/CSWP/CSWE).
• Knowledge of Stage-Gate product development methodology.
• Experience with Microsoft Project SharePoint Office 365 and the Power Platform.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to quickly learn new tools and technologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across functions and levels.
• Strong technical writing skills for documentation procedures and training materials.
• Highly organized self-motivated and capable of managing multiple priorities independently.

Additional Information :

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $70000 USD - $110000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range or be above or below the range based on factors including but not limited to education training experience professional achievement business need and addition to base salary employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates unique needs. This includes robust health plans a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution product discounts flexible time off benefits adoption benefits and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates.

Fortune Brands is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within the high-growth categories of water outdoors and security. The Company makes innovative products for residential and commercial environments with a growing focus on digital solutions and products that add luxury contribute to safety and enhance sustainability. To learn more visit our website at .

Equal Employment Opportunity

Fortune Brands is an equal opportunity employer. Fortune Brands evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex gender identity or expression national origin ancestry age disability/handicap status marital status protected veteran status sexual orientation genetic history or information or any other legally protected characteristic.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time