General Motors
Technical Solution Architect & Strategy Lead – Product Lifecycle Management (PLM
General Motors, Warren, Michigan, United States, 48091
Work Arrangement:
Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren, MI three times per week.
About the role: We are looking for a seasoned
Technical Solution Architect & Strategy Lead
to shape the vision, architecture, and long-term strategy of GM’s global
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
ecosystem. This role serves as a senior individual contributor and recognized expert in
Siemens Teamcenter
, driving high-impact solutions across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain.
What You’ll Do
Own and evolve the
technical architecture
for GM’s global PLM ecosystem, aligned with enterprise strategy.
Lead the design, integration, and optimization of
Teamcenter-based solutions
to support global collaboration and consistent product data.
Build and execute GM’s
PLM technology roadmap , including Teamcenter SaaS migration, instance consolidation, and adoption of standard configuration capabilities.
Serve as a
subject matter expert (SME)
for Teamcenter architecture, customization, data migration, and integration.
Solve complex, cross-functional business problems using strong systems thinking and technical leadership.
Develop improved methods, standards, and processes that elevate PLM capabilities enterprise-wide.
Mentor and guide global engineers, architects, and analysts to foster technical excellence and alignment.
Drive the reduction of legacy customizations and transition teams toward standard Teamcenter modules.
Ensure strong integrations between Teamcenter and CAD, ERP, MES, and other enterprise systems to support digital thread initiatives.
Lead technical due diligence, risk assessments, and solution validation for major PLM projects.
Communicate effectively across diverse audiences and influence stakeholders toward best practices.
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
8+ years
of experience in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), with expertise in
Siemens Teamcenter
architecture, integrations, or solution design, or ANY large/similar ERP platforms.
5+ years
driving enterprise PLM initiatives in global, multi-site environments.
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
Proven experience leading
PLM modernization or transformation programs , including cloud/SaaS migrations.
Strong understanding of PLM fundamentals: BOM management, change control (ECO/ECN), configuration/variant management, CAD data management, workflows, and lifecycle states.
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute
technology roadmaps , lead system consolidation efforts, and drive adoption of standard SaaS features.
Experience creating change impact assessments and stakeholder communications.
Ability to influence cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and IT teams at scale.
Familiarity with
AI applications in PLM
is a plus.
Experience working in a matrixed global organization.
Success Measures
Delivery of key roadmap milestones (Teamcenter SaaS migration, Siemens technology adoption, reduction of redundant tools).
High stakeholder satisfaction and measurable business value delivered through PLM initiatives.
Consistent demonstration of innovation, technical leadership, and cross-functional collaboration.
Additional Information This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
Company Vehicle: Upon successful completion of a motor vehicle report review, you will be eligible to participate in a company vehicle evaluation program, through which you will be assigned a General Motors vehicle to drive and evaluate. Note: program participants are required to purchase/lease a qualifying GM vehicle every four years unless one of a limited number of exceptions applies.
GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
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About the role: We are looking for a seasoned
Technical Solution Architect & Strategy Lead
to shape the vision, architecture, and long-term strategy of GM’s global
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
ecosystem. This role serves as a senior individual contributor and recognized expert in
Siemens Teamcenter
, driving high-impact solutions across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain.
What You’ll Do
Own and evolve the
technical architecture
for GM’s global PLM ecosystem, aligned with enterprise strategy.
Lead the design, integration, and optimization of
Teamcenter-based solutions
to support global collaboration and consistent product data.
Build and execute GM’s
PLM technology roadmap , including Teamcenter SaaS migration, instance consolidation, and adoption of standard configuration capabilities.
Serve as a
subject matter expert (SME)
for Teamcenter architecture, customization, data migration, and integration.
Solve complex, cross-functional business problems using strong systems thinking and technical leadership.
Develop improved methods, standards, and processes that elevate PLM capabilities enterprise-wide.
Mentor and guide global engineers, architects, and analysts to foster technical excellence and alignment.
Drive the reduction of legacy customizations and transition teams toward standard Teamcenter modules.
Ensure strong integrations between Teamcenter and CAD, ERP, MES, and other enterprise systems to support digital thread initiatives.
Lead technical due diligence, risk assessments, and solution validation for major PLM projects.
Communicate effectively across diverse audiences and influence stakeholders toward best practices.
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
8+ years
of experience in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), with expertise in
Siemens Teamcenter
architecture, integrations, or solution design, or ANY large/similar ERP platforms.
5+ years
driving enterprise PLM initiatives in global, multi-site environments.
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
Proven experience leading
PLM modernization or transformation programs , including cloud/SaaS migrations.
Strong understanding of PLM fundamentals: BOM management, change control (ECO/ECN), configuration/variant management, CAD data management, workflows, and lifecycle states.
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute
technology roadmaps , lead system consolidation efforts, and drive adoption of standard SaaS features.
Experience creating change impact assessments and stakeholder communications.
Ability to influence cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and IT teams at scale.
Familiarity with
AI applications in PLM
is a plus.
Experience working in a matrixed global organization.
Success Measures
Delivery of key roadmap milestones (Teamcenter SaaS migration, Siemens technology adoption, reduction of redundant tools).
High stakeholder satisfaction and measurable business value delivered through PLM initiatives.
Consistent demonstration of innovation, technical leadership, and cross-functional collaboration.
Additional Information This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
Company Vehicle: Upon successful completion of a motor vehicle report review, you will be eligible to participate in a company vehicle evaluation program, through which you will be assigned a General Motors vehicle to drive and evaluate. Note: program participants are required to purchase/lease a qualifying GM vehicle every four years unless one of a limited number of exceptions applies.
GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
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