IT Lead, PLM

Job Description Apply now IT Lead, PLM Posting Start Date: 10/29/25 Job Location (Short): Chicago, Illinois, USA, 60631 | Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA, 53204-2941 Requisition ID: 34413 Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position

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Job Overview

The PLM Lead is responsible for leading the development, integration, management, and optimization of the PLM tools (Siemens Teamcenter, Dassault 3DExperience, PTC Windchill or Autodesk Fusion). This role oversees the interface of PLM with SAP and other systems, ensuring seamless integration and operation. You will play a pivotal role in defining technical strategies, guiding solution design, and ensuring successful implementation of PLM to meet business objectives. Additionally, the role will develop implementation plans in coordination with stakeholders and support business case development for PLM technology projects across different divisions.

Key Job Responsibilities

To be successful in this role, the PLM IT lead must have a strong understanding of both technical skills and business processes and be able to effectively present and demonstrate solutions to an executive audience.
* Lead and oversee the implementation, development, upgrades, support, and process optimizations of PLM tools (Teamcenter, 3DX, Windchill or Fusion).
* Define technical requirements, specifications, and architecture designs based on business objectives and user needs.
* Conduct technical feasibility assessments and prototype development to validate design concepts and identify potential risks and challenges.
* Employ application and integration development best practices, enterprise architecture standards, functional and technical solution architecture modification and design, environment management, and testing.
* Ensuring PLM Solution is implemented successfully, sustainability of technology and applications on security compliance and capability enhancement and alignment product roadmaps.
* Identify, investigate, and recommend improvements to products, systems, and processes and provide technical feedback for proposed system design and implementation activities.
* Stay current with industry trends and best practices, application logging, monitoring, and observability.
* Serve as the PLM expert and primary point of contact for all engineering applications.
* Train business users on new PLM processes and manage business requests.

Qualifications/Requirements

* Bachelor's degree in information technology, information science or a related field
* 10+ years of experience in PLM tools (Teamcenter, 3DX, Windchill or Fusion) implementation, integration & support, with 4+ years of experience in technical leadership roles.
* Ability to lead teams, communicate effectively, and build strong relationships.
* Hands-on experience with PLM tools (Teamcenter, 3DX, Windchill or Fusion), software development, and related technologies.
* Strong technical skills in PLM, including experience with data management, process optimization, and system administration.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address PLM issues and implement solutions.
* Ability to learn new technologies and adapt to changing requirements.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Hiring Range

At Komatsu, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. This role pays $140,000. The actual offer will consider a wide range of factors, including experience and location.

Company Benefits

Komatsu provides an extensive and robust employee benefits package that is designed to enhance the well-being of our employees and family members. We embrace a positive and empowering employee experience with a culture that prides itself on a diverse and inclusive environment.

• Health benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA, wellness programs, etc.
• 401k and/or employee savings programs
• Employee time off (vacation and designated holidays)
• Employee and family assistance programs
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Employee learning and development programs

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu, we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences and contributions. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. Connected by our core values of ambition, perseverance, collaboration and authenticity, we are committed to continually advancing in our support of diversity and inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.

Company Information

Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu employs more than 64,000 people worldwide, operating in more than 140 countries. For more than a century, the company has been creating value for its customers through manufacturing and technology innovation, partnering with others to empower a sustainable future where people, business and the planet thrive together. Since the company's founding in 1921, Komatsu has been committed to supporting individuals and communities through job training, skills development and giving back. As a Komatsu employee, you will be encouraged to grow alongside our global company, contributing to a more sustainable future for all. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, join Komatsu to be a part of something big and help advance modern society. Learn more at

EEO Statement

Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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