Process Architect

Role: Process Architect Location: Houston, TX 1+ year contract Job Description: ·         Analyst will work in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team globally across all product companies groups to develop the PLM capability. ·         Will support Process Architect on development of PLM processes; functional capability requirements & specifications across a number of functionalities including but not limited to NPI (New Product Introduction), Part/BOM (Bill of Material) Mgmt., product structuring/configuration, integrated change management, document management, requirements management, MRO (Maintenance Repair Overhaul), integration with downstream systems, and Project Planning. ·         Definition of Blueprint process; Creating the Blueprint processes for PLM capabilities to standardize the across businesses. ·         Capture/document the security data access and reporting requirements as part of User Requirements Document (URD) ·         Map/document the as-is PLM/P DM and relevant allied processes (i.e., integrations with CAD, Project Planning, MRP/ERP - Materials Management, Manufacturing and Sourcing). ·         Model/document the data relationships (data model) and data flows for the current PDM/PLM system and working with to-be PLM solution & process architects to model/document the proposed future state data model. ·         Analyze ‘as-is’ state, identifying metrics to quantify ‘as-is’ state, collecting and consolidating inputs for business benefits. ·         Share industry best practices ·         Develop training material ·         Be acquainted of different BPM technologies and shall be able to guide team on capability recommendations. ·         Good presentation skills ·         Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously ·         Strong understanding of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems with minimum 5 years of experience working on enterprise level PLM/PDM application implementations ·         Strong background and functional experience in Engineering and/or Manufacturing functions ·         Knowledge of engineering processes related to product definition, BOM structuring, variant configuration, requirements management, CAD data management, enterprise change management, NPI programs, Inquiry to Order & Order to Requisition activities, and service lifecycle solutions ·         Strong technic al proven experience in user adoption and configuration of PLM tool ·         Understanding and experience in deploying PLM of Model based enterprise environment ·         Must possess strong proficiency in MS-Office 2010+ packages ·         Clear thinker with ability to develop, communicate and deliver clear strategy and action plans Contract