Global PLM Process transformation leader

DESCRIPTION

This engineering service-focused leadership role is responsible for defining, developing, and transforming global Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Release, and CAD execution processes. The position drives enterprise-wide standardization, digital enablement, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance engineering efficiency, quality, and scalability.

The role acts as a strategic bridge between Engineering, PLM IT, Quality, Manufacturing, and Global Process Experts to enable a seamless, compliant, and digitally integrated product lifecycle. It focuses on advancing technical capabilities through process harmonization, automation, and AI-driven solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and drive global strategy, governance, and transformation of PLM, Release, and CAD processes across all Business Units.
• Lead enterprise-wide process harmonization and standardization to ensure consistency and scalability.
• Architect, design, and implement engineering processes such as Engineering Standard Work (ESW), Value Package Introduction (VPI), and change management frameworks.
• Identify opportunities for digital transformation, including automation and AI-driven improvements in engineering workflows.
• Lead development and enhancement of technical information systems, data repositories, and knowledge management frameworks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver improved tools, processes, and solutions that enhance engineering productivity and quality.
• Provide leadership in resolving complex, ambiguous problems with global business impact.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize work processes, reduce cycle times, and improve efficiency.
• Coordinate and lead technical project teams, including managing small to mid-sized teams where required.
• Coach and mentor engineers, project managers, and cross-functional team members.
• Ensure compliance with global standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational best practices.
• Enable digital thread integration to improve traceability, data accuracy, and decision-making.

• Strong expertise in technical processes and tools related to PLM, CAD, and engineering workflows.
• Ability to build and maintain effective networks across global and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders, including leadership.
• Proven ability to lead innovation and drive digital transformation initiatives.
• Strong decision-making capability in complex and ambiguous environments.
• Expertise in managing complexity, analyzing requirements, and validating solutions.
• Advanced knowledge of knowledge management and data governance practices.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead enterprise change and influence without direct authority.
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and collaboration across cultures.

• Significant experience in PLM, CAD, engineering processes, or related technical domains.
• Proven track record of leading global process transformation or large-scale engineering initiatives.
• Experience in technical problem-solving, decision-making, and providing leadership to project teams.
• Strong background in enterprise change management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience with digital tools and platforms supporting product lifecycle management.

• Expertise in PLM systems and tools.
• Experience with CAD tools such as Creo.
• Knowledge of automation and AI applications in engineering processes.
• Experience driving enterprise-level transformation initiatives.

• Strategic thinker with an enterprise-wide mindset.
• Strong change leadership capabilities with experience driving global transformation.
• Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication skills.
• Data-driven and digital-first approach to decision-making.
• Ability to influence across a global matrix organization without direct authority.

• Reduced release cycle time and process variability.
• Increased adoption and compliance of global PLM processes.
• Improved engineering productivity through automation and digital tools.
• Strengthened digital thread enabling better traceability and regulatory readiness.
• Standardized global execution model supporting scalable growth.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related STEM field is required.
• Postgraduate (Master's) degree in a relevant discipline is preferred for select roles.
• Relevant certifications or licensing may be required in compliance with export control or regulatory requirements.