PLM and CAD Program Manager

About the role

The ideal candidate will possess a strong engineering and/or computer science background, deep understanding of software product development, and a proven track record of managing global cross-functional teams in a fast-paced tech company.

Responsibilities

• Engage closely with engineering and product development leadership, identifying opportunities for automation and business process solutions with positive impact to engineering productivity and design quality.
• Ensure effective and efficient execution of the project/program to established guardrails of scope, timeline and budget.
• Track execution and compliance metrics and provide regular status and feedback to stakeholders.
• Actively manage all aspects of project planning and execution in line with established processes and guidelines.
• Work with line managers (Competency Center), Resource Management to staff projects and resolve staffing issues.
• Actively manage and ensure compliance to project financial processes, reporting and escalation.
• Conduct appropriate reviews to ensure documentation and solutions are of acceptable quality.
• Manage project/program risks, making sure they are identified, evaluated and addressed as per established guidelines.
• Mentors and trains PMs. Is recognized as a subject matter expert in Project Management.

Qualifications

• Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems and CAD applications
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in program/project management within a technology company.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with competing priorities.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to translate technical concepts into business language.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Systems like Teamcenter and Windchill
• Familiarity with CAD applications like UG NX, Solidworks, Inventor and Creo
• Familiarity with ECAD applications like Zuken E3s, OrCAD, Altium
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, MS Project).
• PMP, PMI-ACP, or Scrum certifications are a plus.