Program Manager with PLM Experience

Job Description

We are looking for a seasoned PLM Program Manager for our Semiconductor industry client with 10+ years of experience in the semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing industry. This role will lead strategic initiatives to modernize and optimize our PLM ecosystem, with a strong focus on NPI process improvements, CAD/EDA integration, and end-to-end engineering process transformation. The ideal candidate will be platform-agnostic but bring hands-on experience with Agile PLM, PTC Windchill, or Siemens Teamcenter.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead enterprise-wide PLM programs focused on NPI process optimization, including

design release, BOM management, and engineering change control.

- Drive CAD (MCAD/ECAD) and EDA tool integration into PLM to enable seamless design

data flow and traceability.

- Oversee end-to-end engineering process transformation, including sample

management for high-volume samples, PPM (Project Portfolio Management) tracking,

and variant and TO (Tape Out) management processes for mask generation in

semiconductor manufacturing.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams—engineering, product development, supply

chain, and IT—to define scalable and sustainable PLM solutions.

- Develop and execute PLM modernization roadmaps, including architecture upgrades,

process harmonization, and global rollouts.

- Ensure PLM systems support compliance, traceability, and quality standards

throughout the product lifecycle.

- Manage stakeholder engagement, change management, and user adoption across

global teams.

- Monitor program KPIs and provide regular updates to executive leadership.

Required Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field; Master’s

preferred.

- 10+ years of experience in PLM program management within the semiconductor or

high-tech manufacturing domain.

- Deep understanding of NPI value chain processes, sample lifecycle management, PPM

metrics, variant configuration, and Mask management/ TO processes.

- Experience integrating CAD/EDA tools (e.g., Cadence, Mentor, Altium, Creo,

SolidWorks) with PLM platforms.

- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

- Familiarity with Agile methodologies and enterprise tools like ADO or Jira.

Preferred Experience:

- Hands-on experience with Agile PLM, PTC Windchill, or Siemens Teamcenter.

- Exposure to PLM-ERP-MES integrations and digital thread initiatives.

- Experience working in a global, matrixed organization with distributed teams.

Full-time