Lead, coordinate, and prioritize the daily work of the local Global PLM team in Chennai, ensuring focus on agreed objectives and timely execution
Act as the main local point of contact for Global PLM activities in Chennai, providing direction, clarification, and escalation handling when needed
Ensure high ‑ quality operational support for PLM Teamcenter users, in coordination with the internal PLM team and the outsourced first ‑ level support provider
Coordinate, monitor, and continuously improve the collaboration with the external first ‑ level support team, leveraging local proximity and cultural alignment
Support and guide the System Architect and PLM Inhouse Consultants in their tasks, helping translate priorities into concrete actions
Contribute hands ‑ on to PLM topics when required, including analysis, solution discussions, and support of critical issues or initiatives
Coordinate local participation in PLM projects and improvements, ensuring alignment with global standards, architecture, and ways of working
Actively communicate status, risks, and needs to Global PLM management
Foster a collaborative, accountable, and delivery ‑ oriented team culture within the Chennai PLM team
YOUR PROFILE
You Bring
A bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a comparable qualification
Solid experience working with Siemens Teamcenter in an engineering or industrial environment
Experience across operational PLM support, solution topics, and implementation or improvement initiatives
A strong delivery mindset, with the ability to structure work, set priorities, and follow up on execution
Experience working closely with teams, stakeholders, or service providers in a coordinated and goal ‑ oriented manner
The ability to keep teams focused and aligned in a dynamic and sometimes distracting environment
Very good communication skills, including the confidence to guide discussions, clarify expectations, and address issues early
Openness to combining leadership responsibilities with hands ‑ on contribution when needed
Fluent English; German or Spanish are a plus
Nice To Have / Advantageous
First experience in a team lead, coordination, or mentoring role (formal people management experience is not mandatory)
Experience working in a global or distributed team setup
Experience coordinating or steering external service providers or outsourced support teams
Knowledge of PLM integrations (e.g. CAD, ERP/SAP) and common PLM modules within Teamcenter
Experience in renewable energy or similar industrial sectors
Interest in improving ways of working through automation, reporting, analytics, or emerging technologies
Interest or first hands‑on experience in applying AI or data‑driven approaches in engineering or PLM‑related contexts
