Drive and optimize enterprise engineering systems by managing application strategy, integrations, and technical infrastructure to support product development and operational excellence.
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Define and execute the engineering applications strategy aligned with business and engineering priorities
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Own the application portfolio roadmap, lifecycle management, and performance monitoring
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Lead application standardization and consolidation initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce redundancy
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Manage software vendors, licensing, and cost optimization across the application portfolio
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Identify and implement automation, AI/ML capabilities, and emerging technologies within the systems roadmap
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Act as the technical lead and primary owner for engineering applications, including hands-on configuration, administration, integration, and troubleshooting
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Administer and maintain PLM, CAD, and related enterprise platforms, including infrastructure, databases, and application environments
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Configure workflows, lifecycles, business rules, and system integrations supporting engineering and manufacturing processes
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Manage user roles, permissions, security policies, and access controls aligned with data classification and export requirements
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Plan and execute upgrades, patches, and system migrations while minimizing operational disruption
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Configure and maintain integrations between PLM, CAD, ERP, and other engineering systems to ensure data synchronization and traceability
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Support data exchange with manufacturing execution systems and requirements management tools
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Develop and maintain automated scripts, interfaces, and system integrations
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Ensure data integrity, proper file structures, naming conventions, and change management processes
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Coordinate and mentor a small team while tracking project scope, progress, and risks
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Collaborate closely with engineering, configuration management, manufacturing, and IT stakeholders to align systems with business requirements
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Drive tool adoption, user training, and enterprise-wide awareness initiatives
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Serve as a trusted advisor for engineering systems and technology solutions
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Bachelors degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience)
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Minimum 3 years of experience in enterprise applications, engineering systems, or related technical environments, including direct support of engineering tools such as PLM and CAD systems
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Proven experience with hands-on system administration and system integrations within aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, or similar industries
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Experience managing application portfolios, vendor relationships, and software licensing optimization
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Strong background in enterprise application architecture, administration, integration, and development
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Proficiency with PLM platforms and engineering tools such as Teamcenter, NX, Altium, Jira, Polarion, or similar systems
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Experience integrating ERP systems, manufacturing tools, and relational databases such as SQL
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Familiarity with scripting and automation technologies including Python, PowerShell, or Shell scripting
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Understanding of product development environments, engineering change management, configuration management, and BOM structures
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Exposure to cloud platforms, cybersecurity practices, AI/ML technologies, and regulated data environments is advantageous
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Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and business teams
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Good English skills (written and spoken); German is desirable
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Eligibility to work in Switzerland (Swiss or EU citizenship required)
