Fortune Brands Innovations is looking for a PLM Engineer to join our Product Development Systems team. In this role, you will be responsible for the implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of engineering systems and processes that support new product development across our portfolio of brands.
What You'll Do
- Provide technical leadership in the configuration, support, and enhancement of PLM (3DExperience) and CAD Software for a global user base across North America, Europe, and Asia.
- Design and implement engineering change control processes and system integrations to improve product development speed, reduce waste, and enhance productivity.
- Develop and maintain training materials, documentation, and reference guides to promote best practices and system adoption.
- Architect and configure PLM workflows, external collaboration capabilities, and integrations between PLM, CAD, and ERP systems to support strategic business objectives.
- Manage upgrades, maintenance, and support for engineering software tools including 3DExperience, SolidWorks, DriveWorks, and project management platforms.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to SolidWorks CAD software, ensuring optimal performance and user experience across the engineering organization.
- Lead issue resolution efforts and proactively identify opportunities to improve system reliability, usability, and performance.
- Collaborate with external consultants, vendors, and internal IT teams to deliver complex system initiatives.
- Oversee production releases of new system features and enhancements, including testing, deployment planning, user training, and post-launch support.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in engineering or product development, including at least 2 years supporting CAD/engineering tools in a global environment.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in PLM systems, with a strong preference for 3DExperience and SolidWorks, including data migration, upgrades, and workflow configuration.
- Proven experience integrating PLM systems with ERP platforms (SAP or Oracle are preferred) and managing engineering change control processes.
- Experience integrating data across systems using SQL and API development.
- Familiarity with project and portfolio management systems, workflows, and collaboration tools.
Nice to Have
- Proficiency in customizing 3DExperience using Java or other programming languages.
- SolidWorks Certification such as CAD Design Associate/Professional/Expert (CSWA/CSWP/CSWE).
- Knowledge of Stage-Gate product development methodology.
- Experience with Microsoft Project, SharePoint, Office 365, and the Power Platform.
- Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to quickly learn new tools and technologies.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions and levels.
- Strong technical writing skills for documentation, procedures, and training materials.
- Highly organized, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple priorities independently.
Technical Stack
- 3DExperience, SolidWorks, DriveWorks, SAP, Oracle, SQL, API development, Java, Microsoft Project, SharePoint, Office 365, Power Platform
Team & Environment
You will join the Product Development Systems team.
Benefits & Compensation
- Robust health plans
- Market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution
- Product discounts
- Flexible time off benefits
- Adoption benefits
- Numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups)
- Compensation range: $70,000 - $110,000 USD
Work Mode
This role operates on a hybrid schedule and is based in Deerfield, IL.
Fortune Brands is an equal opportunity employer. Fortune Brands evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.
