PLM Manager (Product Lifecycle)

Are you an experienced PLM Manager (Product Lifecycle) with a strong background in engineering, manufacturing, or product lifecycle control? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation specialising in advanced safety and detection technologies.

Responsibilities of the PLM Manager (Product Lifecycle) job based in Cambridge:

• Define, implement, and maintain configuration management processes, standards, and best practices.


• Ensure accurate creation and maintenance of product structures, variants, and associated documentation.


• Control and monitor configuration changes throughout the product lifecycle, ensuring complete traceability.


• Collaborate with engineering, production, compliance, and commercial teams to align configuration data with operational needs.


• Support product certification and regulatory compliance through accurate configuration records.


• Provide training, coaching, and guidance to stakeholders on configuration procedures and PLM methodologies.


• Support the implementation of a new PLM (PDM) system, transitioning existing manual processes into improved digital workflows.


• Manage and ensure timely approval of Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) across the organisation.

Skills & experience required of the PLM Manager (Product Lifecycle) job based in Cambridge:

• Proven experience in configuration management or a closely related engineering/manufacturing discipline.


• Hands-on experience with PLM upgrades/implementations and robust change control processes.


• Strong ability to interpret technical documentation, drawings, and product specifications.


• Proficiency with PLM/configuration management tools and ERP systems.


• Knowledge of modern industry best practices for configuration control and lifecycle management.


• Experience leading, coaching, or developing team members to improve engineering capabilities.


• Degree (or equivalent) in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field.

Benefits for the PLM Manager (Product Lifecycle) job based in Cambridge:

• Pension up to 10.5%


• Bonus


• Private healthcare

If this PLM Manager (Product Lifecycle) job based in Cambridge could be of interest, send your CV to bwiles@redlinegroup.Com or call Ben on 01582 878816 / 07471 181784.