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 Skills 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 Experience 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 Benefits 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr