Product Development - Digital Engineering - Director

PwC•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

At PwC, our people in operations consulting specialise in providing consulting services on optimising operational efficiency and effectiveness. These individuals analyse client needs, develop operational strategies, and offer guidance and support to help clients streamline processes, improve productivity, and drive business performance. In product development and manufacturing at PwC, you will specialise in improving product development and manufacturing processes. You will work closely with clients to analyse product development lifecycles, identify bottlenecks, and develop strategies to enhance speed to market, reduce costs, and improve quality. Working in this area, you will also provide guidance on implementing lean manufacturing principles, optimising supply chain integration, and leveraging digital technologies. Translating the vision, you set the tone, and inspire others to follow. Your role is crucial in driving business growth, shaping the direction of client engagements, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion and a commercial mindset are all foundational to our success. You create a healthy working environment while maximising client satisfaction. You cultivate the potential in others and actively team across the PwC Network, understanding tradeoffs, and leveraging our collective strength. Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to: Lead in line with our values and brand. Develop new ideas, solutions, and structures; drive thought leadership. Solve problems by exploring multiple angles and using creativity, encouraging others to do the same. Balance long-term, short-term, detail-oriented, and big picture thinking. Make strategic choices and drive change by addressing system-level enablers. Promote technological advances, creating an environment where people and technology thrive together. Identify gaps in the market and convert opportunities to success for the Firm. Adhere to and enforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance) the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements. Our Product Development & Manufacturing (PD&M) Team helps our clients leverage advanced strategies, operational approaches and technologies to innovate, develop and manufacture products and services in a manner that significantly increases operational efficiency and drives new levels of enterprise-wide growth in a connected world.

Requirements

Demonstrates intimate knowledge and experience with and a proven record of success in leading or facilitating project management or client consultations in the areas of product development and manufacturing, preferably for a global network of professional services firms, in one of the following core industry sectors including, but not limited to: - Industrial: Automotive; Aerospace; Chemicals; Industrial Manufacturing; or, Construction; - Technology: Hardware/Electronics; Systems; Software; Semiconductor; or, Telecommunications; - Life Sciences: Pharma, Bio Pharma, & Specialty Pharma;ÊMedical Device, Medical Technology & Diagnostics; Generics; or, Animal Health; and, - Consumer Markets: Food & Beverage; Goods; or, Vertically Integrated Retail.
Demonstrates intimate knowledge and experience with and a proven record of success directing efforts in advisory services in the following capability areas: - Technical solution architecture for one or more of these technologies: Dassault 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX), Siemens Teamcenter, PTC Windchill, SAP PLM; - PLM Blueprint & Design for the above technologies;Ê - Digital EngineeringÊ/ PLM Strategy Development;Ê - Digital Engineering Application (PLM, ALM, PPM) Configuration and Deployment - Engineering Decision Support & Analytics; - Engineering Cloud Solutions;Ê - Product Development Strategy & Operations; and,Ê - Connected Products / Platforms / Services.Ê
Demonstrates intimate abilities to lead and manage a diverse team including:Ê - Demonstrates the ability to build, maintain, and utilize networks of client relationships;
Possesses advanced problem solving and analysis skills;
Possesses advanced spreadsheet, presentation and document development skills;
Possesses detailed value case development skills;
Possesses the ability to interpret financial statements;
Possesses engaging interpersonal skills;
Possesses a collaborative and Ôcan-doÕ mindset;
Possesses financial modeling skills;
Possesses the ability to influence and shape thinking of peer level and Director level client resources;
Possesses Program/Project leadership skills - ability to lead complex multi-workstream projects;
Manages unstructured situations, anticipating client needs and developing solutions;
Possesses the ability to develop/coach resources and guide careers of team members;
Possesses client presentation skills;
Possesses proposal & pricing development skills.

Nice To Haves

Minimum Degree Required Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Qualifications Degree Preferred Master's Degree
Preferred Fields of Study Biomedical Engineering,Computer Engineering,Engineering,Industrial and Operations Engineering,Industrial Engineering,Materials Science and Engineering,Project Engineering & Management,Production Engineering,Systems Engineering,Biomedical Science,Computer and Information Science,Data Processing/Analytics/Science