PLM / Digital Engineering Consultant

Job Description

Job Description

PLM / Digital Engineering Consultant
Location: Chicago, IL
Salary Range: $110,000 to $145,000 per year
Position Summary
A growing organization within the industrial consulting sector is seeking an experienced PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) and Digital Engineering Consultant to join a dynamic and forward-thinking team based in Chicago, IL. This is an exciting opportunity for a technically skilled professional who thrives at the intersection of engineering, technology, and business transformation. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in PLM platforms, digital thread strategies, and model-based systems engineering principles to help clients modernize their product development processes and achieve measurable operational improvements.
This role sits at the heart of a rapidly evolving industry where manufacturers and engineering-driven enterprises are investing heavily in digital transformation initiatives. As organizations move away from paper-based processes and disconnected data silos toward integrated, intelligent product lifecycle ecosystems, skilled consultants are in extremely high demand. You will serve as a trusted advisor to clients across industries including aerospace, defense, automotive, industrial machinery, and consumer products. Your contributions will directly influence how these organizations design, build, and sustain their most critical products over time. Career growth potential in this space is significant, with clear pathways toward senior consulting leadership, practice development, and specialized technical architecture roles.
Core Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end PLM implementation projects, including requirements gathering, solution design, configuration, integration, testing, and deployment
• Develop and deliver digital engineering strategies aligned with client business goals and technology roadmaps
• Configure and customize PLM platforms such as Teamcenter, Windchill, Enovia, or equivalent tools to meet specific client needs
• Facilitate workshops and working sessions with client stakeholders to capture current-state processes and define future-state solutions
• Support change management activities by developing training materials, user documentation, and adoption strategies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT architects, data engineers, and program managers to ensure cohesive solution delivery
• Identify and communicate project risks, issues, and mitigation strategies to both internal teams and client leadership
• Contribute to business development efforts through proposal writing, client presentations, and solution demonstrations

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field
• Minimum of four years of hands-on experience implementing or supporting enterprise PLM systems in a professional consulting or industry environment
• Proficiency with at least one major PLM platform such as Siemens Teamcenter, PTC Windchill, or Dassault Systèmes Enovia
• Strong understanding of engineering data management concepts including CAD integration, bill of materials structures, change management workflows, and configuration control
• Demonstrated experience translating complex technical requirements into practical, scalable solutions
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage confidently at both technical and executive levels
• Willingness to travel to client sites as needed, typically up to forty percent

• Competitive base salary ranging from $110,000 to $145,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage effective from the first day of employment
• Generous paid time off policy including vacation days, holidays, and personal days
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions
• Professional development stipend for certifications, conferences, and continuing education
• Flexible and hybrid work arrangements that support work-life balance
• Collaborative and inclusive team culture that values innovation, curiosity, and continuous improvement
• Clear and structured advancement opportunities for high-performing team members