PLM Architect - Engineering Systems

Primary Purpose of Role:

We are seeking an experienced PLM Architect to lead the design, implementation, and evolution of our Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) ecosystem, centered on Siemens Teamcenter, within our global organization. This role will define architecture strategy, ensure scalability and integration across enterprise systems, and drive digital transformation initiatives across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain domains.

Key Responsibilities:

PLM Architecture & Strategy

· Define and maintain the end-to-end PLM architecture roadmap aligned with business and digital engineering strategies

· Architect scalable, secure, and high-performance Teamcenter solutions across multi-site global deployments

· Establish best practices for configuration, customization, and extension of Teamcenter

· Teamcenter Solution Design

· Lead the design of Teamcenter data models, workflows, and integrations

· Provide governance over Teamcenter modules (e.g., Engineering, Manufacturing, Classification, Change Management)

· Ensure alignment with industry and regulatory requirements

· Integration & Interoperability

Architect integrations between Teamcenter and enterprise platforms such as:

· CAD systems (NX, Creo, Solid Edge)

· ERP systems (SAP)

· MES, ALM, and other digital manufacturing tools

· Enable end-to-end digital thread from product design through manufacturing and service

· Design modern API-driven and event-based integration patterns

Leadership & Governance

· Act as the technical authority for PLM architecture decisions

· Establish and enforce architecture standards, governance frameworks, and best practices

· Collaborate with enterprise architecture, engineering leadership, and external partners

Performance & Optimization

· Oversee performance tuning, scalability planning, and system health

· Ensure high availability and reliability of global Teamcenter environments

Transformation & Innovation

· Drive adoption of cloud PLM, SaaS models, and emerging digital technologies

· Support initiatives in Digital Twin, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), and Industry 4.0

· Drive innovation in configuration management, variant complexity, and product traceability

Key Performance Measures:

Delivery of PLM Initiatives

· Successful and timely delivery of PLM roadmap initiatives, measured by on-time and on-budget implementation

Integration Effectiveness

· Reduction in integration failures and improved data synchronization accuracy across PLM, ERP, and CAD systems

User Adoption & Satisfaction

· Increased adoption rates of Teamcenter capabilities and improved user satisfaction across engineering and manufacturing teams

· Architecture Quality & Technical Debt Reduction

· Measurable reduction in customizations, improved standardization, and decreased maintenance overhead across the PLM landscape

Platform Stability & Performance

· Teamcenter system uptime and response times meeting SLA targets

Competencies and Behaviors:

· The Highest Standards in Everything We Do

· Takes responsibility to deliver and can be counted on to deliver results in the right way

· Adheres to a core set of values and acts in line with those values

Drive a Positive Customer Experience

· Practices active listening to understand stakeholder needs

· Gains the trust of others through active engagement

Improve the Way the World Works

· Learns and adapts quickly when facing new problems

· Seeks out the opportunity to work on unfamiliar things and innovate

Teamwork

· Participates in matrix teams to achieve work outcomes

· Steps up to either lead or participate in matrix teams to achieve work outcomes

Qualifications:

· Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

· 8+ years of experience in PLM systems, with at least 5 years focused on Teamcenter architecture

· Deep expertise in Teamcenter architecture, deployment, and customization

Experience:

· 8 years of experience in PLM systems implementation and architecture, with significant hands-on work in Siemens Teamcenter

· Proven experience designing and supporting global, multi-site PLM deployments in the automotive, commercial vehicle, off-highway equipment or discrete manufacturing sectors

· Demonstrated success leading large-scale PLM transformations or upgrades

· Experience working across the full product lifecycle (concept, design, manufacturing, service)

Technical Knowledge

· Deep expertise in Teamcenter architecture, including BMIDE, Active Workspace, workflow configuration, and data modeling

· Strong understanding of CAD integrations (NX, Creo, Solid Edge) and product structure management

· Experience integrating PLM with ERP (SAP), MES, ALM, and other enterprise systems

· Knowledge of integration technologies (REST APIs, SOA, middleware platforms, messaging frameworks)

· Familiarity with cloud architectures, containerization, and modern deployment models

· Understanding of data governance, security models, and compliance standards

Business & Domain Knowledge

· Strong understanding of product development processes (engineering release, change management, BOM management)

· Knowledge of industry standards and frameworks (ISO, regulatory requirements)

· Familiarity with digital engineering concepts such as Digital Twin, MBSE, and Industry 4.0

Skills & Competencies

· Advanced solution architecture and system design skills

· Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail

· Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including executive-level presentations

· Ability to translate business requirements into technical architecture

· Strong leadership, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration abilities

· Experience with Agile and DevOps methodologies in enterprise environments

Scope Factors

· Supports PLM capabilities that underpin product development for multi-billion-dollar revenue streams across Allison's businesses, directly influencing time-to-market, product quality, and lifecycle cost efficiency

· Drives architecture decisions that impact engineering efficiency, manufacturing readiness, and cost optimization, contributing to margin improvement through reduced rework, improved data accuracy, and streamlined processes

· Influences and supports a global user base of engineering, manufacturing, and service professionals; collaborates across IT, engineering leadership, and external partners without direct line management responsibility (matrix leadership role)

· Accountable for PLM architecture supporting global operations, including North America, Europe, and Asia, ensuring consistent data models, processes, and system performance across regions

· Provides architectural oversight and input into multi-million-dollar PLM investments, including system upgrades, cloud transformation, and integration programs; helps optimize total cost of ownership

· Operates within a matrixed organization, influencing cross-functional teams, vendors, and system integrators; leads through expertise, governance, and strategic alignment rather than direct authority

Travel or Physical Demands:

· Occasional travel on an as needed basis