Configuration Management Change Specialist

CPI • Sterling Heights, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Contract Professionals, Inc. (CPI) is seeking a Configuration Management Change Specialist to support a client in Sterling Heights, Michigan. The specialist manages engineering change control processes, maintains accurate configuration records, and works with Engineering, Program Management, Logistics, and Supply Chain teams. The work supports compliance with industry standards and efficient procurement and manufacturing operations.

The role includes managing engineering change documentation and workflows, preparing customer deliveries, maintaining Configuration Status Accounting records and as-designed product information, and helping teams apply configuration management processes in accordance with EIA-649. The specialist also supports training and continuous improvement. This is a contract position with a 9/80 schedule: nine-hour days Monday through Thursday and every other Friday off.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline.
• At least 7 years of experience in change management or a related technical field.
• At least 3 years of ERP/MRP systems experience.
• Strong understanding of Engineering Bills of Materials (EBOM) and Manufacturing Bills of Materials (MBOM), including structure and effectivity.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, learn new processes, and take initiative.
• Experience applying continuous improvement processes and methodologies.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Siemens Teamcenter or similar Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.
• Familiarity with configuration management standards, including EIA-649.
• Experience supporting engineering change control in manufacturing or technical environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage change control processes for Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Requests for Variances (RFVs), Problem Reports (PRs), Change Requests (CRs), and Change Orders (COs).
• Review and process problem reports, ensuring accurate documentation and preparation of change requests.
• Prepare Engineering Change Order (ECO) packages and Engineering Release Record (ERR) deliveries for customers.
• Create and process Change Requests and Change Orders, ensuring accurate data entry and documentation.
• Review configuration data for compliance with workflow requirements and release standards.
• Track Change Orders through approval and completion to minimize errors and delays.
• Maintain accurate Configuration Status Accounting (CSA) records and as-designed product information.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement configuration management processes in accordance with EIA-649 standards.
• Support configuration management activities, update training materials, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote configuration management best practices and educate teams on compliance requirements.

Benefits

• Flexible 9/80 work schedule.
• Ongoing learning, professional development, and career development opportunities.
• Modern office facilities.
• Onsite cafeteria with Starbucks Café.
• Fitness center and outdoor fitness track.
• Competitive perks and incentives tailored to each contract position.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level