PLM Lead Engineer
Hitachi, Ltd.17 hours ago
Chennai, IndiaSenior / Staff+
Responsibilities
- Develop, customize, configure, and implement scalable PLM and digitalization solutions using Windchill, ThingWorx, Kepware, and other PTC products.
- Lead Windchill customization, integration, de-customization, API development, and performance and maintainability improvements.
- Translate cross-functional business requirements into technical solutions and drive automation, predictive analysis, business process improvement, and digital transformation projects.
- Manage integrations with enterprise applications including Innoface and Granta.
- Perform troubleshooting, root cause analysis, issue resolution, and configuration-based fixes to maintain system reliability.
- Oversee build management, code maintenance, code reviews, and adherence to development best practices.
- Ensure solutions are secure, scalable, high performing, and aligned with business objectives.
- Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to team members while supporting continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in software engineering, information systems, or a related field.
- 8–11 years of relevant experience, including expert-level Windchill PLM customization, configuration, and API development.
- Strong knowledge of PTC products including ThingWorx, Windchill, and Kepware.
- Hands-on expertise with Java, JavaScript, AJAX, JSP, PL/SQL, SOAP, Info Engine, Linux shell scripting, and related technologies.
- Proficiency in scripting languages such as JavaScript and Python.
- Understanding of PLM concepts, business processes, and enterprise system integrations.
- Experience with issue analysis, troubleshooting, root cause identification, and problem solving.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across global and multicultural teams.
- Ability to work independently, lead technical initiatives, and support team success.
Benefits
- Full-time, onsite position in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
- Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities during the application process.
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About Hitachi, Ltd.
Hitachi, Ltd. builds industrial, energy, rail, and digital systems for governments and enterprises, combining operational technology with IT, cloud, and data infrastructure services. Its portfolio spans power grids, factory automation, data centers, rail systems, and consulting delivered through units such as Hitachi Vantara, Hitachi Rail, and Hitachi Energy. Founded in 1910 and headquartered in Tokyo, it is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange and operates globally across critical infrastructure markets.