PLM Applications Specialist Team Lead

Job Summary

GKN Aerospace Engine Business Line is growing and consists of sites spread over Europe America & Asia. Part of the transformation into a globally connected enterprise is to create one common PLM backbone for the entire engines business line to manage product related data throughout the lifecycle.
As part of this global development we are now looking for a Subject Matter Expert working with Teamcenter & NX CAD and CAM within our PLM DevOps Team supporting all GKN Engines sites in the US. The work will be based from the US El Cajon site but will also require travel to other sites within GKN
We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced PLM Subject Matter Expert with a business focus primary towards manufacturing engineering to join our DevOps Team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in managing and optimizing our Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system supporting business processes and manufacturing engineering operations. This role requires a deep understanding of PLM processes strong technical skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and innovation.

Job Responsibilities

Leadership: Oversee PLM implementation and sustainment processes. Provide guidance for team members. Establish benchmarks project timelines and coordinate project development.
PLM Management: Support daily PLM operations through dev-ops framework including maintaining updating and developing the PLM solution.
Translate Business Needs into PLM Ways of Working: Collaborate with business users and stakeholders to translate their requirements into clear documentation and effective PLM Ways of working that enhance business operations.
Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for continuous improvement within the PLM system and implement best practices.
User Support & Mentoring: Articulate expert knowledge on manufacturing engineering and business processes by providing customized end-user support in 1:1 and group training sessions through use of written visual and verbal communication methods.
Documentation: Develop and maintain documentation such as user stories test cases workflows and user guides.
Compliance: Ensure compliance with industry standards regulatory requirements and standard operation processes related to product data management and subject configurations.

Job Qualifications

Required Qualifications:
BS degree in Mechanical and/or Manufacturing Engineering Computer Science Technology or equivalent of 8 years of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems experience.
7 years of PLM experience with a strong focus on PLM management business processes and manufacturing engineering
Proficiency in PLM software (e.g. Teamcenter Windchill ENOVIA) and related CAD/CAM tools
Strong technical skills
Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities
Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and influence stakeholders.
Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously in a structured manner
Knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements related to PLM and product data management
Sound understanding of manufacturing operations in a controlled environment (aerospace automotive or medical).with at least 5 years of experience.
This job role requires proficiency in English both verbal and written that is sufficient to understand and effectively follow written safety procedures company policies work instructions operations manuals and more in a manufacturing environment.
Preferred Skills:
GKN Experience
Experience with Teamcenter NX CAD & NX CAM is a strong plus
Experience working with Model Based Definitions (MBD) in a Model Based enterprise (MBE) environment.
Experience with Agile methodologies and project management
Familiarity with Business Process Improvement or Lean principles
Knowledge of document management part management BOM BOP/Routing management and access control (ITAR)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Self-starter with the ability to work under own initiative
Certified in training/coaching others (train the trainer)
Experience in end-user interaction and communication
Experience or knowledge in integrations between PLM and other system/system domains
Ability to travel including occasional overseas travel

Compensation Range

The compensation range is between $120000 - $140000.