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PLM Engineer 4

DENSO
Southfield, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/25/2026
Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The PLM Engineer serves as the technical leader and subject matter expert for PLM, Digital Thread, Product Data Governance, and Engineering Systems transformation initiatives. This role partners with Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales, Quality, Business Planning, Purchasing, and ITDC stakeholders across North America and globally to develop PLM capabilities, standardize Engineering processes, and deliver measurable business value through enterprise digital transformation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Develop and influence the NA PLM roadmap and architecture strategy.
  • Provide technical leadership for Digital Thread and Engineering DX initiatives.
  • Facilitate alignment among Business and Function group stakeholders.
  • Influence enterprise digital transformation initiatives through technical expertise and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Define PLM solution architecture and integration strategy.
  • Evaluate emerging PLM technologies and recommend future-state capabilities.
  • Establish product data governance principles and best practices.
  • Provide technical guidance for enterprise engineering system integrations.
  • Support cybersecurity and data governance requirements within PLM environments.
  • Align GHQ activities and initiatives related to PLM with the ones that are for regional.
  • SME for PLM tool development, implementation and adoption.
  • Planning for user adoption and benefit realization of PLM tools.
  • Deliver measurable business value through improved quality, speed, efficiency, and innovation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
  • 10 Years of Related Experience in PLM, Product Development, Engineering Systems, or Digital Engineering.
  • Demonstrated expertise implementing enterprise PLM platforms.
  • Experience leading cross-functional technical initiatives.
  • Strong knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management, Product Data Management, Change Management, Requirements Management, and Engineering processes.
  • Experience with enterprise PLM platforms such as Aras Innovator, Teamcenter, 3DEXPERIENCE, Windchill, or equivalent.
  • Proven engagement with high-performing teams and delivering measurable business value.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Technical Expertise

  • PLM Strategy & Roadmap Development
  • Product Data Governance
  • Digital Thread & Digital Engineering
  • BOM, Change & Configuration Management
  • Enterprise Systems Integration (PLM, ALM, ERP, MES, CAD, CAE)
  • Solution Architecture & System Design
  • Enterprise Architecture & Integration Strategy
  • Technical Influence Across Organizations
  • Data Governance & Security Models

Business & Leadership

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Technical Leadership & Mentoring
  • Engineering process transformation
  • Business Value Realization
  • Problem Solving (PDCA, 5 Why, 8D, FB, RCA)

Communication

  • Executive Communication
  • Global Collaboration
  • Requirements Definition
  • Workshop Facilitation

BENEFITS SUMMARY:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans
  • 401K with 4% Company Match
  • Vacation/PTO and 13 paid Holidays
  • Bonus Program
  • FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs
  • Company provided Life, Disability, ADD and Business Travel Insurance
  • Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs
  • Various Optional Insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc.
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Career Development and Ongoing Training
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location)
  • Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)
  • Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location)

Annual salary: $123,000 – $153,000

Salary : $123,000 - $153,000

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