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General Motors · 20 hours ago

Technical Solution Architect & Strategy Lead – Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)

Warren, MI

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

General Motors is seeking a seasoned Technical Solution Architect & Strategy Lead to shape the vision and strategy of their global Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) ecosystem. This role involves owning the technical architecture, leading design and integration of Teamcenter-based solutions, and mentoring engineers to elevate PLM capabilities across the enterprise.

AutomotiveElectric VehicleInformation ServicesManufacturingTransportation

No H1B

Responsibilities

Own and evolve the technical architecture for GM’s global PLM ecosystem, aligned with enterprise strategy

Lead the design, integration, and optimization of Teamcenter-based solutions to support global collaboration and consistent product data

Build and execute GM’s PLM technology roadmap, including Teamcenter SaaS migration, instance consolidation, and adoption of standard configuration capabilities

Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for Teamcenter architecture, customization, data migration, and integration

Solve complex, cross-functional business problems using strong systems thinking and technical leadership

Develop improved methods, standards, and processes that elevate PLM capabilities enterprise-wide

Mentor and guide global engineers, architects, and analysts to foster technical excellence and alignment

Drive the reduction of legacy customizations and transition teams toward standard Teamcenter modules

Ensure strong integrations between Teamcenter and CAD, ERP, MES, and other enterprise systems to support digital thread initiatives

Lead technical due diligence, risk assessments, and solution validation for major PLM projects

Communicate effectively across diverse audiences and influence stakeholders toward best practices

Qualification

Siemens TeamcenterProduct Lifecycle ManagementPLM modernizationCloud/SaaS migrationsTechnology roadmapsStakeholder communicationsMatrixed global organizationAI applications in PLMCross-functional collaboration

Required

8+ years of experience in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), with expertise in Siemens Teamcenter architecture, integrations, or solution design, or ANY large/similar ERP platforms

5+ years driving enterprise PLM initiatives in global, multi-site environments

Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field

Proven experience leading PLM modernization or transformation programs, including cloud/SaaS migrations

Strong understanding of PLM fundamentals: BOM management, change control (ECO/ECN), configuration/variant management, CAD data management, workflows, and lifecycle states

Demonstrated ability to develop and execute technology roadmaps, lead system consolidation efforts, and drive adoption of standard SaaS features

Experience creating change impact assessments and stakeholder communications

Ability to influence cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and IT teams at scale

Preferred

Familiarity with AI applications in PLM is a plus

Experience working in a matrixed global organization

Benefits

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

Upon successful completion of a motor vehicle report review, you will be eligible to participate in a company vehicle evaluation program, through which you will be assigned a General Motors vehicle to drive and evaluate.