PLM and Change Configuration Manager

Infinitum•Austin, TX

22h•Hybrid

About The Position

Infinitum is revolutionizing electric motors with our patented printed circuit board (PCB) stator technology. We are a pre-IPO company backed by a distinguished group of strategic partners and some of the world's most influential climate tech funds. With strong traction in shipments and several major customer wins, the market now recognizes the value of our technology and the impact it will have on the future of the industry. We have a world-class R&D organization, an extensive patent portfolio and a strong leadership team which is scaling the company up across all functions. We are headquartered in Austin, TX, and have a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Saltillo, Mexico, with room for significant expansion. Increasingly, end customers are willing to pay a premium for solutions featuring "Infinitum Inside." Our OEM partners are successfully leveraging this differentiation to achieve higher close rates and command greater margins. In short, we believe we have crossed the chasm - introducing breakthrough technology into a traditionally conservative sector. We are now ready to scale our go-to-market team substantially and are seeking team members who are passionate about rapid growth, eager to learn, and excited to tackle the challenges ahead as we make this journey together. The PLM and Change Configuration Manager is responsible for owning and maintaining accurate product configuration across the full product lifecycle within the PLM and ERP systems. This role ensures that suppliers, contract manufacturers, and internal teams always have access to the most current product design, manufacturing, and documentation data needed to quote, build, and deliver products that adhere to specifications. Beyond day-to-day maintenance, this role is expected to identify gaps in existing configuration management processes and lead efforts to improve them. The PLM and Change Configuration Manager will propose, document, and drive adoption of better practices across the organization, working closely with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Finance. This is a highly cross-functional position that participates in key data governance. A high level of attention to detail, strong organizational discipline, and the ability to structure data in a consistent and findable way are all essential. So is the confidence to hold the organization accountable to process.

Requirements

5+ years of experience managing Product Lifecycle Management, Engineering Changes, Bills of Material, or a similar configuration management function in a manufacturing environment.
Arena PLM experience strongly preferred; candidates with deep expertise in Arena's BOM, change, and supplier portal workflows are prioritized.
Demonstrated experience working within a high-complexity or regulated discrete manufacturing environment (e.g., consumer electronics, industrial equipment, medical devices, or similar).
Hands-on experience working with Contract Manufacturers (CMs) and Electronics Manufacturing Suppliers (EMS) as a direct interface for product data communication.
Experience with a Tier 1 ERP system (NetSuite strongly preferred) including item master management and BOM synchronization between PLM and ERP.
Proven ability to chair or actively participate in Change Control Board and Material Review Board processes.
Track record of owning and improving configuration or document control processes - not just executing them.
Strong cross-functional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence without direct authority.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with PLM-ERP integration workflows and the operational implications of change propagation across systems.
Experience in a company that has scaled through growth stages, with exposure to building or maturing configuration management infrastructure.
Exposure to quality management systems (QMS) and regulatory or certification audit support.

Responsibilities

Own and maintain product configuration in the PLM system, including BOMs, Engineering Change Orders, documentation, firmware, packaging, and all other items that define the product.
Manage item and assembly lifecycle states from proof of concept through end of life in both PLM (Arena) and ERP (NetSuite) systems.
Ensure BOM accuracy and consistency across PLM and ERP, proactively identifying and resolving discrepancies before they impact supply chain or manufacturing.
Define and track configuration management KPIs such as BOM accuracy rate, change cycle time, and release compliance - and report these to leadership on a regular cadence.
Lead the Change Control Board (CCB). As part of the CCB process facilitate structured review of all Engineering Change Orders for completeness, risk and cross-functional impact.
Work with the CCB team to analyze ECOs for downstream effects on product, process, material, customer commitments, regulatory status, and cost - ensuring disposition and effectivity instructions are clear and complete.
Drive change closure on time and coordinate implementation across Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Quality.
Maintain and improve Change Control policies, procedures, and training materials to ensure consistent organizational adherence.
Actively participate in the Material Review Board, supporting the disposition of nonconforming material in coordination with Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering.
Ensure MRB dispositions are reflected accurately in the PLM and ERP systems with appropriate documentation.
Ensure accurate and current product design data is available to the supply base, contract manufacturers, and electronics manufacturing suppliers via PLM and ERP.
Partner regularly with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Finance to align on data accuracy, process adherence, and upcoming changes.
Provide guidance and training on PLM usage and change management best practices to other team members across functions.
Proactively identify inefficiencies, gaps, and risks in configuration management, document control, and release management processes.
Propose, build consensus for, and lead implementation of process improvements - including updates to SOPs, workflow configurations in Arena, and cross-functional working practices.
Establish and maintain scalable standards for item master structure, BOM hierarchy, naming conventions, and revision control in a way that supports the company's growth.
Own or co-own Document Control policies and ensure consistent application across the organization.
Contribute to certification readiness and audit performance (e.g., ISO, regulatory, customer audits) by ensuring configuration records are accurate, complete, and traceable.
Support quality and compliance initiatives that depend on accurate configuration data and revision history.