PLM Configuration Analyst
1 week ago• San Jose, CA
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Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and manage product structures, BOMs, AML/AVL, and documentation within the PLM system.
- Create new part, configure, and update part records, assemblies, and metadata according to internal standards.
- Manage Engineering Change Request (ECR). Engineering Change Orders (ECO), PCN, and Deviations through their full lifecycle..
- Performs validate parts lifecycle and evaluate promote ECR to ECO tasks to ensure new product BOM, design dwg/spec, schematics requirements are documented.
- Support cross-functional review CCB with configuration status, metrics, and documentation readiness.
- Maintains Configuration Management-related databases.
- Communicates basic and moderately- complex concepts; interacts with others to inform and provide suggestions for action.
- Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate actions or to recommend alternative resolutions.
- Works on problems of moderate scope that may require analysis of situations, data, or problems.
- Responsible for implementation of systems with small to medium complexity; performs implementation tasks.
- Responsible for setup and maintenance of day-to-day administrative activities of PLM CM tools.
- Ensure that released configurations, documents, and BOMs reflect the correct revision levels and compliance requirements.
- Maintain configuration baselines and support audits or traceability reviews.
- Provide guidance to teams on PLM best practices, naming conventions, revision schemes, and documentation standards
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Qualifications Required
- 2-5 years of experience working with PLM systems (Arena, Agile, Oracle, Windchill).
- Strong understanding of product structures, configuration management, and document control principles.
- Experience supporting ECO/ECR workflows and cross-functional change processes.
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and communication abilities.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and BOMs
Preferred
- Experience in electronics, semiconductors, hardware, or high-tech industry.
- Hands-on experience with integration workflows (Arena, SAP)
- Knowledge of ISO 9001, or similar configuration management standards.
- Familiarity with ERP integrations (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
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Client-provided location(s): San Jose, CA
Job ID: Cadence-R54037
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-03-26T18:52:26
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- Health Insurance
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
- Volunteer Time Off
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Stock Purchase Program
- Performance Bonus
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Internship Program
- Leadership Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion