Windchill Architect

Windchill Architect

Location: Renton WA Onsite from day 1 (local consultants preferred)

Position Overview: We are looking for a proficient Windchill Sol Architect with experience in the automobile industry to join our team onsite. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Windchill implementation customization and support coupled with a deep understanding of the unique challenges and requirements within the automobile sector. This role will involve collaborating closely with crossfunctional teams to optimize our Windchill system and enhance efficiency across various product lifecycle management (PLM) processes.

The Role

As a Windchill Architect you will be responsible for providing technical leadership in the planning design and implementation of Windchill PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) solutions. You will work closely with crossfunctional teams including engineering IT and business stakeholders to ensure the successful deployment of Windchill applications to meet our clients specific needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Led the design development and implementation of Windchill solutions tailored to the specific needs of the automobile industry.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements analyze business processes and identify opportunities for system improvements.
• Customize Windchill modules workflows and interfaces to streamline PLM operations and maximize productivity.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to internal teams on Windchill best practices configuration and integration with other enterprise systems.
• Conduct system performance analysis troubleshoot issues and implement solutions to ensure optimal functionality and reliability.
• Stay abreast of industry trends emerging technologies and software updates to inform continuous improvement initiatives.
• Document system configurations customizations and processes and provide training to endusers as needed.
• Collaborate with vendors and external consultants as necessary to support Windchill implementation and maintenance activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Windchill Architect or similar role with a minimum of 35 years in the automobile industry.
• Indepth knowledge of Windchill PLM software including configuration customization and administration.
• Define and implement Windchill configurations customizations and extensions to meet specific business needs.
• Provide technical expertise in the integration of Windchill with other enterprise systems (ERP CAD etc.).
• Perform system upgrades patches and enhancements to keep the Windchill environment current and optimized.
• Conduct system performance analysis and implement optimizations as needed.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation including architecture diagrams configuration guides and best practices.
• Provide mentoring and guidance to junior team members fostering their professional development.
• Stay updated with industry trends emerging technologies and best practices related to PLM and Windchill.
• Strong understanding of automobile industry processes standards and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in Java JSP XML SQL and other relevant programming languages and technologies.
• Experience with Windchill modules such as PDMLink ProjectLink PartsLink and Change Management.
• Excellent analytical problemsolving and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a fastpaced environment.
• Willingness to work onsite from day one; preference will be given to local consultants.