

Windchill Solutions Consultant POST NUMBER: 454199
Based in Grand Rapids, MI – the most important experience is with Windchill (both technical work but also understanding the business processes that the tool supports). We are looking for experience leading the implementation of ProjectLink and/or SUMA, not just participating in the implementation.
**Manager note: We are looking for a Windchill professional who knows Java. Not a Java developer that has worked in Windchill.**
Key Responsibilities:
- Envisioning, implementing and supporting solutions (technical or non-technical) to resolve business problems or improve business processes
- Building relationships with and consulting with client groups
- Developing system requirements and identifying alternatives for solutions that use PLM technologies
- Implement functionality for Supplier Collaboration through Windchill ProjectLink and Supplier Management (SUMA).
- Assist in other PLM initiatives involving MPMLink & Process Plans, Plant/Enterprise Data, and our SAP S4 to Windchill Migration
- Knowledge and understanding of Product Life Cycle Management business processes
- Deep Windchill background that includes Workflow Design, Type and Attribute Management, Container Strategy and Access Control Policies, Object Initialization Rules, Life Cycle Definition, Team Templates, Change Process and Templates, Vaulting and Replication, Queue Management, 3D Publishing, CAD Data Management, XBOM Management, Visual Work instructions, Parts Classification, Installation, Preferences and Properties, etc.
- Open minded, positive, can-do attitude
- Ability to build trust with peers and help others when needed
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Accomplished Project Management and organizational skills
- Expert in communication of all forms (written, verbal, 1:1, large groups) to any audience (internal, external, peers, executives, etc.).
Technical Components of the position includes such tools and technologies as:
• PTC Products: Windchill, Creo, ThingWorx
• ERP Systems: SAP ECC, SAP S/4
• Programming Skills: Java, JavaScript, SQL
• Other: MS Office Suite, MS Azure DevOps
Years of Experience: 5-10 years of experience
Top Skills:
- 5 years of experience working with Windchill and PLM business processes.
- Experience with integration between Windchill and ERP systems (Ideally SAP).
- Experience implementing ProjectLink for supplier collaboration.
- Experience working in an Agile (SCRUM) environment preferred
Secondary Skills:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a computer science or technical field encouraged
- Experience implementing Windchill SUMA for supplier management.
- Technical skillsets: Java, Javascript, SQL
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
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