Lead PLM Engineer

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As a PLM Lead Engineer, you will lead the design, integration, and optimization of Product Lifecycle Management systems across complex, multi-platform environments. With 10–12 years of experience, you bring deep technical expertise and strategic insight to guide end-to-end PLM solutions—from brainstorming and design through manufacturing and release.

You will lead cross-functional engineering efforts, collaborate with product creation and costing teams, and ensure seamless integration with tools like PIM and BOM systems. Your role will simplify legacy PLM ecosystems, enhancing data integrity, and ensuring scalable, future-ready workflows. You'll also mentor junior engineers, guide architectural decisions, and serve as an important liaison between engineering, operations, and partners.

You should be a proactive problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced environments, is fluent in PLM platforms such as Windchill, Teamcenter, or Enovia, and can balance technical rigor with business impact. Experience with cloud-based PLM systems, integration testing, and performance monitoring is highly valued.

About the Job

• Lead end-to-end PLM implementation projects including system setup, configuration, and customization.
• Ensure integration with other enterprise systems in LS&Co ecosystem.
• Maintain data integrity and consistency across systems.
• Develop and refine workflows, templates, and reports to streamline product development processes.
• Identify continuous improvement programmes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs across codebase management.
• Provide expert-level support during go-live and post-deployment phases.
• Experience with REST/SOAP APIs and middleware tools for system interoperability.
• Troubleshoot system issues and improve performance.

About You

FlexPLM Expertise:

• Deep experience with FlexPLM modules (e.g., Line Planning, Tech Pack, Color & Material Management).
• Experience with FlexPLM configuration, customization, and upgrades.

PLM & Retail Domain Knowledge:

• Grasp of product lifecycle processes in retail or fashion industries.
• Familiarity with design-to-delivery workflows, BOMs, and vendor collaboration.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Java, JSP, XML, and SQL (used in FlexPLM backend).
• Experience with Windchill architecture, as FlexPLM is built on it.
• Integration experience with ERP systems like SAP , Design and Specification tools
• Hands experience with AI tools to build agentic AI on product memory and autonomous agents

Process Mapping & Optimization:

• Analyze and improve PLM-related business processes.
• Experience in workflow design, data migration, and system performance tuning.

Project Leadership:

• Lead FlexPLM implementation or enhancement projects.
• Manage cross-functional teams including IT, product development, and sourcing.

Communication & Collaboration:

• Stakeholder management and user training capabilities.
• Translate our needs into technical solutions.

Benefits

We put a lot of thought into our programs to provide you with a benefits package that matters. Whether it is for medical care, taking time off, improving your health or planning for retirement, we've got you covered.

Here's a small snapshot:

· Complimentary preventive health check-up for you & your spouse

· OPD coverage

· Best in class leave plan including paternity & family care leaves

· Counselling sessions to prioritize mental well-being

· Exclusive discount vouchers on Levi's products

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to empowering individuals from all walks of life to achieve their professional goals with us, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, or genetic information. We actively seek and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including those with disabilities, and offer accommodations throughout the selection process upon request. To ensure that our products and culture continue to incorporate everyone's perspectives and experience, we never discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status.