PLM & Engineering Tools Implementation Specialist

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Location: Lodz, Lodz, Poland Job ID: R0123357 Date Posted: 2026-07-07 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY POLAND SP. Z O.O. Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: At Hitachi Energy Technology Center, we are driving the digital transformation of engineering and manufacturing by building a seamless connection between product design, product lifecycle management, and factory execution. Our global teams develop and support engineering solutions that improve data quality, standardization, automation, and operational efficiency across the entire product lifecycle. Role: PLM & Engineering Tools Implementation Specialist Location: Łódź / Kraków (hybrid) As a PLM and Engineering Tools Implementation Specialist , you will play a key role in implementing, operating, and continuously improving our PLM ecosystem. Acting as the link between engineering, factories, and IT, you will help establish a robust digital thread from mechanical design through PLM to manufacturing execution. This role combines PLM implementation, engineering tools integration, mechanical engineering expertise, and engineering data management, offering an exciting opportunity to influence both digital transformation and factory automation initiatives across Hitachi Energy. Role Purpose Responsible for implementation, operation, and continuous improvement of PLM to support engineering tools and enable factory automation. This role combines: PLM implementation support PLM operations & housekeeping Mechanical engineering domain expertise The role ensures a robust digital thread from mechanical design → PLM → manufacturing execution. How you'll make an impact PLM Implementation Contribute and/or lead tools implementation projects Support design tools and PLM integration Support data architecture and migration Ensure alignment with global strategies, policies, architecture, and standards PLM Operations & Housekeeping Collaborate with PLM team Perform engineering data quality activities: CAD/PLM consistency checks Metadata completion and cleanup Resolve issues (check-in errors, workflows, data inconsistencies) Support CAD cleanup and harmonization initiatives Mechanical Engineering & CAD Data Management Act as PLM expert for mechanical engineering domain Ensure correct CAD structures and CAD–PLM alignment Manage skeleton models, templates, and modular design patterns Optimize: CAD-BOM consistency Dependencies and model quality Support standard parts libraries and modular design Engineering Tools & Integration Integrate Creo and other tools with Windchill Enable centralized data management and lifecycle traceability Support automation between engineering tools and PLM Factory Automation Enablement Translate PLM data into manufacturing inputs: Machine parameters, work instructions, test data Support integration with MES / factory systems Enable design-driven automation Governance & Continuous Improvement Define and enforce CAD/PLM standards Drive data quality, reuse, and standardization Optimize engineering change and release processes Identify automation opportunities Stakeholder Collaboration Interface between engineering, factories, and IT Support users with training, documentation, and best practices Your background Education & Experience Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field 5+ years of experience in: PLM systems (Windchill preferred) Engineering tools ecosystem / CAD (Creo preferred) PLM implementation or digital transformation programs Technical Skills Expertise in: Windchill configuration and data model CAD data management and integration Engineering change workflows Experience with: Data migration and system rollout PLM housekeeping and data quality operations System integration (APIs, middleware) Understanding of: BOM and configuration management Factory systems and digital thread concepts Soft Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to work in complex global environments Strong communication and stakeholder alignment Continuous improvement and data-driven mindset More about us We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out. We can provide more information during the recruitment process. We are committed to full transparency and compliance with all legal requirements, ensuring that every candidate knows exactly what to expect at each stage of the recruitment process. Once the process is successfully completed, we will share detailed information about financial conditions and benefits with the selected candidate. Before signing the employment contract, you will receive all remaining details of the offer, giving you the time and space to review everything carefully. * *Applicable only for Poland locations, align with local law regulations. Accessibility and reasonable accommodation Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. 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