PLM Solution Architect

Are you ready for what’s next?  

Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond.  Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation. 

Location:  Mettawa, IL or Fond Du Lac, WI

Workplace Category: Onsite

Travel Required:  No

Direct Reports:  N/A

Pay Range:  $103,200 - $150,000 annually

Relocation:  Yes

Brunswick Corporation is looking for a proactive Senior PLM Solution Architect to spearhead large-scale PLM implementation program across its Enterprise IT Organization. This role drives strategic PLM projects spanning multiple divisions, with a strong focus on user adoption, organizational change management, and delivering exceptional user experiences. The ideal candidate will serve as a critical bridge between business stakeholders and IT teams, ensuring seamless execution and alignment across all phases of implementation.

Job Summary & Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end PLM project delivery with full solution ownership in fast-paced, collaborative environments

• Drive digital transformation strategies that align technologies and capabilities to Brunswick's evolving PLM and business needs

• Own PLM roadmap initiatives to support future business growth and innovation

• Provide industry thought leadership and technical guidance to the PLM development team

• Lead business requirements gathering and solution design sessions in close partnership with the PLM Implementation Team

• Provide architectural guidance across application design, UX improvements, database tuning, data migrations, and PLM upgrades to ensure performance and reliability

• Design and develop Teamcenter customizations using ITK, BMIDE, and SOA frameworks

• Build and maintain Teamcenter workflows, access controls, and business rules aligned to engineering and manufacturing processes

• Develop and manage Teamcenter integrations with CAD tools (NX, CATIA, Creo) and enterprise systems including ERP and MES

• Collaborate with Brunswick's PLM technical & business SME’s to architect PLM/ALM system infrastructure

• Provide hardware sizing guidelines and design PLM components including database, volume, web-tier, search indexing, and CAD integrations

• Champion Organizational Change Management throughout project execution using early feedback capture and consistent stakeholder communication

Required Experience & Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree is required, Computer Science or Engineering preferred.

• Minimum of 12+ years of experience in an engineering/manufacturing intensive industry, preferred.

• Minimum of 12+ years of experience in implementing Teamcenter PLM solutions with excellent Teamcenter Product Knowledge in the areas of Engineering, Manufacturing and Service.

• Experience of working with cloud based (MS Azure) Teamcenter environment is preferred.

• Excellent communication skills to operate in a multi-team environment involving business and IT stakeholders.

• Deep Active Workspace (AWC) configuration, customization & architecture experience

• Must have experience of multiple Teamcenter Implementations including Upgrades and Active Workspace Implementation.

• Strong PLM process knowledge to converse with business users to map business requirements to technical requirements, drive key design decisions, design solution prototypes, and lead project delivery.

• Excellent knowledge of CAD to PLM integration frameworks and exposure to all major Mechanical CAD (NX, Solidworks, Creo) and Electrical CAD (OrCAD, Altium) integrations.

• Deep expertise & experience in Integrating Teamcenter with ERP systems, custom-built interfaces for reporting, downstream supply chain and service applications is required.

• Capability of developing Migration strategies from legacy solutions into PLM Systems.

• Experience with Polarion ALM system is a plus

The hiring range for this position is $103,200 - $150,000 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary based on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context.

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), well-being program, product purchase discounts and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here.

Why Brunswick: 

Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge.  As the clear leader in the marine industry, we’re committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards! 

About Division/Brand

Brunswick Corporation is a leader in the marine industry, and we’re looking for people just like you to take part in the movement towards better boating for all. We rely on the thoughtful input of people from all backgrounds to create compelling, innovative products for our customers around the globe. As such, diversity, equity, and inclusion are priorities in the enduring culture of our company. As a world leader in emerging recreational products and technologies, when you join our team, you become part of some of the most innovative, forward-looking brands in the marine industry today.

Next is Now!  

We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.

Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.  If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact [email protected] for support. 

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