CoStar Group is hiring a Configuration Management Specialist to lead configuration management processes for our hardware development. You will administer our PLM system, own change management, and ensure drawing quality to support new product introduction.
What You'll Do
- Lead Arena PLM administration including part number creation, multi-level BOM management, item master maintenance, ERP synchronization, user access control, and lifecycle state governance.
- Own end-to-end change management processes, facilitating CCB meetings, processing ECOs/MCOs/deviations, ensuring technically accurate change documentation, maintaining strict revision control, and verifying proper inventory disposition for contract manufacturers.
- Serve as final reviewer of engineering drawings prior to release, validating clarity, dimensions, revision blocks, and GD&T compliance to ASME Y14.5 standards while maintaining SolidWorks templates and ensuring system synchronization between CAD and PLM.
- Support NPI builds (EVT/DVT/PVT) by ensuring BOM and drawing readiness, collaborating cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain, mitigating documentation risks, and driving adherence to company and industry standards.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited, not-for-profit, in-person college or university.
- A track record of commitment to prior employers.
- 3+ years of experience in Configuration Management, PLM Administration, Document Control, or Mechanical Design Support within a hardware or consumer electronics environment.
- Strong hands-on proficiency in Arena PLM, including complex BOM structuring and ECO workflow management.
- Understanding of 2D detailing and drawing management.
- Understanding of ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards.
- Demonstrated ownership of Engineering Change processes and documentation control.
- Experience managing revision control across mechanical and electrical assemblies.
- Ability to work cross-functionally across engineering, quality, manufacturing, and supply chain.
Nice to Have
- Certified SolidWorks Professional or similar drafting certification.
- Experience integrating PLM systems with ERP platforms such as NetSuite or SAP.
- Experience supporting overseas Contract Manufacturers.
- Experience in fast-paced hardware development environments.
Technical Stack
- Arena PLM
- SolidWorks
- ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation range: $145,000 to $199,000 per year.
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Medical / Vision / Dental / Prescription Drug.
- Life, legal, and supplementary insurance.
- Virtual and in person mental health counseling services for individuals and family.
- Commuter and parking benefits.
- 401(K) retirement plan with matching contributions.
- Employee stock purchase plan.
- Paid time off.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- On-site fitness center and/or reimbursed fitness center membership costs (location dependent), with yoga studio, Pelotons, personal training, group exercise classes.
- Access to CoStar Group’s Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Employee Resource Groups.
- Complimentary gourmet coffee, tea, hot chocolate, fresh fruit, and other healthy snacks.
Work Mode
This is a hybrid position based in Sunnyvale, CA.
CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
