PLM Solution Architect

Core Responsibilities

• Lead a technical implementation team in all aspects of solution deployment
• Facilitate workshops, develop solutions, build consensus across all stakeholders to ensure timely and successful delivery of technology aligned to business value
• Develop conceptual solution architecture using a combination of standard and custom applications to produce end‑to‑end customer solutions
• Lead and support the development of requirement specifications, Use Cases, and functional specifications
• Perform solution analysis and develop customer‑facing proposals and contribute to the development of proposals / statements of work
• Transform customer requirements to technical solutions through a thorough understanding of the Aras Innovator suite of tools
• Lead or participate in the delivery of Proof of Concept engagements at key prospects
• Provide input to the professional services team regarding methodology and tools
• Provide coaching and mentoring to other team members as necessary
• Assign tasks to project members and review the team’s work products to ensure that they are accurate and consistent; supervise and manage project teams as appropriate
• Supervise and manage technical teams that may be located either onsite or offshore

• Professionally interact and communicate with customers and internal team members
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Understand large‑scale enterprise application deployment methodologies and lead teams in an Agile / Scrum environment
• Write clear, understandable requirements, SOW, specification documents, and Use Cases
• Be technically self‑sufficient with data modeling techniques, SQL Server, and Microsoft Office products; install and configure SQL Server, write Transact SQL scripts, triggers, stored procedures, functions, etc.
• Proficient with web programming languages such as C# (.NET), JavaScript, HTML, XML, XSL
• Experienced with data migration techniques from legacy systems
• Proven strong project management skills with accountability for end‑to‑end delivery
• Strong planning, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills
• Highly organized and self‑motivated with the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and manage changing priorities
• Ability to support multiple projects concurrently as required
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Strong rapport and relationship‑building skills with both internal individuals and external customers; effective communicator in difficult customer situations

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum of 10 years of PLM deployment experience
• Proven track record in leading large, enterprise PLM software deployments in a Consultant/Architect role
• Demonstrated experience with Agile project management tools such as Jira, VS Team Services, etc.
• Experience in any of the following verticals:
  Automotive, Consumer Products, High Tech Electronics, Aerospace, & Shipbuilding
• Industry knowledge of Engineering Change processes, Phase Gate Project Management, Quality systems processes, DFMEA, PFMEA, CAPA, Manufacturing Process Planning, CMII change management
• Must be able to travel 50%, primarily regional with frequent 1–2 day trips as required

• Flexible paid time off, company‑paid holidays, and a dedicated Global Wellness Day
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Robust health coverage, including generous medical, dental, and vision insurance with high premium contributions and deductible reimbursement
• Company‑paid life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability coverage

* Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States*

Aras is an Equal Opportunity Employer.