PLM & Engineering Tools Implementation Specialist

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 SpecialistLocation: 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 supportPLM operations & housekeepingMechanical 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 projectsSupport design tools and PLM integrationSupport data architecture and migrationEnsure alignment with global strategies, policies, architecture, and standards PLM Operations & Housekeeping Collaborate with PLM teamPerform engineering data quality activities:CAD/PLM consistency checksMetadata completion and cleanupResolve 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 domainEnsure correct CAD structures and CAD–PLM alignmentManage skeleton models, templates, and modular design patternsOptimize:CAD-BOM consistencyDependencies and model qualitySupport standard parts libraries and modular design Engineering Tools & Integration Integrate Creo and other tools with WindchillEnable centralized data management and lifecycle traceabilitySupport automation between engineering tools and PLM Factory Automation Enablement Translate PLM data into manufacturing inputs:Machine parameters, work instructions, test dataSupport integration with MES / factory systemsEnable design-driven automation Governance & Continuous Improvement Define and enforce CAD/PLM standardsDrive data quality, reuse, and standardizationOptimize engineering change and release processesIdentify automation opportunities Stakeholder Collaboration Interface between engineering, factories, and ITSupport users with training, documentation, and best practices Your background Education & Experience Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field5+ 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 modelCAD data management and integrationEngineering change workflowsExperience with:Data migration and system rolloutPLM housekeeping and data quality operationsSystem integration (APIs, middleware)Understanding of:BOM and configuration managementFactory systems and digital thread concepts Soft Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to work in complex global environmentsStrong communication and stakeholder alignmentContinuous 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. Publication date : 2026-07-07