IT PLM and Engineering Solution Architect
On-siteSunnyvale, California, United States
Job Summary
Design and configure the digital backbone of the enterprise Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) platform, translating complex engineering and regulatory requirements into robust, scalable software solutions. Author high-level technical designs, data models, and system architecture blueprints for the PLM platform and connected engineering application suites, including CAD, simulation, and ERP integrations. Lead the design of PLM object models, lifecycles, workflows, and security classifications while ensuring native support for medical device compliance mandates such as FDA 21 CFR Part 11 and ISO 13485. Architect automated logic for BOM transformation from engineering to manufacturing records and partner with Quality teams to author technical specifications and validation protocols. Act as the primary Subject Matter Expert to guide developers, resolve tier-3 technical bottlenecks, and conduct continuous proof-of-concepts for software releases and cloud migration pathways.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical/electrical engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field
- Minimum of 7+ years of progressive technical experience in PLM and engineering systems
- At least 3+ years acting as a dedicated Solution Architect
- Mandatory experience architecting PLM/Engineering systems within a regulated medical device or life sciences environment
- Direct exposure to Design History Files (DHF) and Device Master Records (DMR)
- Advanced, hands-on architectural experience with at least one major tier-1 PLM platform: PTC Windchill (including Thing Worx Navigate, PDMLink)
- Advanced, hands-on architectural experience with at least one major tier-1 PLM platform: Siemens Teamcenter (including Active Workspace)
- Advanced, hands-on architectural experience with at least one major tier-1 PLM platform: Dassault Systèmes Enovia/3DEXPERIENCE
- Proven experience developing web services, RESTFUL APIs, and using middleware platforms to execute enterprise system integrations
- Familiarity with programming languages typically used for PLM customization (e.g., Java, C++, JavaScript, or SQL) and database optimization
- Strong capability to articulate complex technical architecture, tradeoffs, and data flows to both highly technical developers and non-technical business stakeholders
- Current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19
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