We're looking for a Senior Solution Architect to join our Professional Services team, with specialized expertise in leading migration projects for PLM systems. This is a pivotal role where you'll lead complex implementation projects for new and existing customers, ensuring seamless migrations of legacy PLM systems including processes and data while delivering exceptional customer outcomes.
You'll be the technofunctional expert who transforms and maps years of engineering processes and supporting data—Parts, BOMs, CAD files, change orders, quality records, and more—into efficient workflows within the Propel platform leading to optimal UX and healthy adoption.
What You'll Do
Architect and execute large-scale migrations from legacy PLM/PDM/QMS systems (Teamcenter, Windchill, ENOVIA, Agile PLM, and more) to the Propel platform
Facilitate business process workshops to map, design, and solution legacy process workflows in Propel by leveraging best practices and supported product and platform capabilities.
Lead data mapping sessions to extend Propel data model to support inbound source systems and integration to downstream.
Spearhead multiple client implementation projects concurrently, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery with high customer satisfaction
Collaborate with System Integrator (SI) partners to architect and execute innovative solutions
Conduct business process workshops to map customer requirements to Propel's capabilities, recommending optimal configurations
Deliver high-level PLM and QMS business process consulting, influencing strategic decisions across diverse manufacturing industries
Advise customers on integrating Propel with CAD systems (CATIA, SolidWorks, Creo) and ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)
Act as the subject matter expert (SME) in data mapping and migration best practices and system optimization
Use Salesforce platform tools and Propel configuration capabilities to architect and optimize solution setup for client needs
Design, develop, and deploy custom components, utilities, and integrations in collaboration with third-party solution providers
Prepare compelling product demos and accurately scope data migration efforts for prospective clients
Contribute to the refinement of Propel's service offerings based on field insights
Lead Legacy System Migration Projects
Drive Project Success
Provide Expert Consulting
Configure & Customize
Support Business Growth
What You Bring
10+ years of hands-on experience with PLM or QMS systems, including multiple full-cycle implementations and system migrations
Deep expertise in business process design, mapping, and solutioning from systems like Teamcenter, Windchill, ENOVIA, Agile PLM, Aras, or legacy PDM platforms.
Demonstrated capability in detailed project planning, executive communication, and team leadership.
Proven ability to create and deliver engaging and effective learning experiences, both synchronously and asynchronously.
Experience with database management (Oracle, SQL Server) and understanding of data structures in PLM and QMS environments
Proven project management skills with the ability to deliver complex migrations on tight timelines
Outstanding communication skills—you can explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
Industry knowledge in manufacturing, medical devices, high-tech electronics, or semiconductor sectors
Experience with Salesforce platform or solutions built on Salesforce
Knowledge of BOM management (EBOM/MBOM), change management (ECOs/ECNs), and quality processes (CAPA, NCR)
Familiarity with CAD integrations and Workgroup Manager tools
Experience with IPaSS or middleware platforms or similar integration tools
Understanding of regulatory compliance requirements (FDA 21 CFR Part 11, ISO 13485, ITAR, GDPR)
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