PLM Implementation Specialist

SKF•Whitpain Township, PA

1d•$111,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

The PLM Team, part of Product Development Solutions under Digital Engineering and Innovation (DEI), plays a key role in establishing the SKF Vision “A world of reliable rotation”, by supporting the SKF Business Community in the management of the Technical Product Information in the full value chain. As part of the PLM team, the Development solutions team is accountable for developing and maintaining the overall PLM solutions and integration to key SKF Enterprise systems. In addition, this team is also responsible for defining technology roadmaps based on the PLM Strategy and ensure new capabilities and solutions are built accordingly. The individual will lead PLM Implementations in different Business Areas within SKF. This involves managing the Implementation/roll-out(s) with high level of technical competence through the process of capturing requirements, implementing solutions and ensuring the Business teams are using the tool throughout the process. This also involves participation in Global initiatives aimed at implementing new technologies/modules. He/she will carry out all needed support activities within the portfolio to achieve exceptional results through – personal effectiveness, partnering with others & building customer loyalty fulfilling their needs in an efficient & effective manner.

Requirements

Bachelor(s) or Master degree in (Mechanical, Electronics or Computers) Engineering stream
10-12 Years of relevant work experience in PLM (preferably Windchill)
3-5 years of proven experience in actively developing and implementing PLM solutions in the business
Highly motivated & self-initiator to achieve planned results & business objectives
Must have good communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a matrix organization setup
Being an individual contributor, the position holder is an epitome of “Doing things correctly” & “Right from me”
Ability to work within a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
RESP : Able to support region specific business demand/request (Americas) and solve incidents in PLM and CAD environment
Proven experience of defining and implementing Windchill solutions with CAD (preferably Creo)
In-depth knowledge and demonstrated working experience in defining and implementing core PLM Modules (Part/BOM management, CAD management, ECM management, Document Management, Workflow Management, Classification & Options and Variant Mgmt.,)
Working Knowledge of CAD integration with Windchill (Creo/Workgroup manager)
Should be able to analyse the business process and map to the PLM standard defined in SKF
Able to spin-off quick turnaround of Proof of concepts (PoC) via agile process showcasing speed and urgency
Quickly understand the characteristics (way of working, design/review processes, methods used) in the product development/engineering teams
Should be able to plan and manage the execution of the end-end Implementation via SAF(e) methodology

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of engineering processes (ETO, CTO & ATO), Application Engineering process, Sales process is preferred
Exposure to Agile process and methodology is an added advantage
Knowledge of Thingworx/Navigate can be an added advantage

Responsibilities

Support Local (US Business) and Global Business team(s)
Able to support both region specific and global business demand/request (Americas) and solve incidents in PLM and CAD environment
Engage and drive PLM project initiatives/strategy for local/global teams and drive to closure
Initiate & coordinate training/webinar and execute SKF specific training utilizing the in-depth knowledge of PDMLink to the user community
Able to configure/implement PDMLink solution(s) to suit business needs
Understanding the functionalities of SKF key PLM customizations
Ensure the solution is moved through the staging process (start with the Dev server, move to QA and to PROD) supported by thorough test plan to get acceptance of the implemented solution.
Be part of the PLM team to verify/validate applications during release/roll-out(s)
Able to interact with external suppliers and SKF stakeholders during PLM implementations.
Facilitate stakeholder engagement and provide regular updates on program progress.
Be recognized and be a champion (SPOC) for Business teams
Support change management initiatives, including training, communication, and support.
Act as a champion for user experience, ensuring smooth transitions and high satisfaction.

Benefits

Generous PTO policy
13 paid holidays
Flexible work options available, depending on role
Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment
Company paid life insurance
STD
LTD
Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage
Tuition reimbursement
Employee discount programs
Short Term Variable Salary (STVS) or Sales Incentive based on company performance
401K program with 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution