PLM Solution Architect (German Language Skills Required) (#5196) EuropeWork type:Office/RemoteTechnical Level:ArchitectJob Category:Project:Top global supplier of technology and servicesWe are seeking an experiencedPLM Solution Architectwith strong German language capabilities to lead enterprise-level Product Lifecycle Management initiatives for one of our biggest-scale customers in the automotive sector. This role requires a strategic thinker who can bridge technical architecture with business requirements while effectively communicating with German-speaking stakeholders across the organization who will have the opportunity to work on strategic PLM initiatives for a global organization being the key-decision makers.Do you have strong presentation and facilitation capabilities along with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences and influence on them with proven stakeholder management skills across multiple organizational levels?And all that while being experienced with mentoring technical teams and junior architects, and at the same time being able to work independently while time management is your best friend... sounds like you? Then look no further, if multitasking is not a word that scares you, should you match the following:Key ResponsibilitiesLead end-to-end PLM solution architecture design, development, and implementationDefine and maintain PLM architecture standards, best practices, and technology roadmapConduct solution design sessions, architecture reviews, and technical assessmentsEnsure system scalability, data governance, and regulatory complianceSupport deployment activities, system migrations, and platform upgradesStakeholder EngagementEngage directly with German-speaking business stakeholders to gather, analyze, and refine requirementsFacilitate workshops and design sessions in the German languageTranslate business needs into technical solutions and architecture blueprintsPresent technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiencesSystem IntegrationDrive integration strategies with enterprise systems, including:ERP Systems:SAP;CAD Tools:Siemens NX, CATIA, and other design platforms;PLM Platforms:Teamcenter, Windchill, or similarDesign and implement API-based integrations across the enterprise ecosystemEnsure seamless data flow between PLM and other business-critical systemsRequired Skills & Qualifications Education & ExperienceBachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field8–12+ yearsof progressive experience in the PLM domain and solution architectureTechnical ExpertiseDeep expertise in at least one major PLM platform:Siemens Teamcenter;PTC Windchill or an equivalent enterprise PLM solutionProven track record in solution architecture and enterprise system integrationStrong understanding of core PLM concepts:Bill of Materials (BOM) management,Engineering Change Management (ECM/ECO),Product Data Management (PDM),Configuration management,Workflow and lifecycle managementExperience with APIs, web services, and integration technologiesKnowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks and methodologiesLanguage RequirementsGerman:B1/B2 level (CEFR) –mandatoryAbility to conduct business meetings and technical discussionsComfortable facilitating workshops and presenting in GermanEnglish:Fluent (written and spoken) for international collaborationNice to Have Industry & Domain KnowledgeExperience in theautomotiveormanufacturingindustriesUnderstanding of industry-specific compliance and standards (e.g., IATF 16949, ISO 9001)Emerging TechnologiesKnowledge of cloud platforms (Microsoft Azure, AWS)Familiarity withdigital threadanddigital twinconceptsExperience with IoT, Industry 4.0, or smart manufacturing initiativesUnderstanding of Agile/DevOps methodologies in the PLM contextWe offer*:Flexible working format - remote, office-based or flexibleA competitive salary and good compensation packageProfessional development tools (mentorship program, tech talks and trainings, centers of excellence, and more)Active tech communities with regular knowledge sharing#J-18808-Ljbffr