Windchill Solution Architect

Own end-to-end Windchill data migration architecture, covering strategy, design, execution, and validation
Define migration approach for parts, BOMs, documents, CAD data, change objects, and configurations
Assess legacy systems and define data mapping, transformation rules, and cleansing strategy
Design and govern migration using tools such as Windchill Bulk Migrator (WBM), Info*Engine, ETL frameworks, and custom loaders
Establish migration waves, cutover plans, and rollback strategies
Ensure data quality, traceability, version history, and lifecycle integrity post-migration
Lead migration rehearsals (mock runs), performance tuning, and volume testing
Define and execute validation protocols, reconciliation reports, and sign-off criteria
Ensure compliance with 21 CFR Part 11, FDA, ISO 13485, SOX, ITAR where applicable
Collaborate with solution architects, functional consultants, infrastructure teams, and business stakeholders
Mentor migration teams and review technical deliverables
Support audit readiness and hypercare post go live

Required Skills & Experience
10+ years of experience in PLM implementations, with strong focus on Windchill data migration
Hands-on expertise with PTC Windchill (12.x / 13.x) data model and core objects
Proven experience migrating from legacy PLM/PDM systems (e.g., Enovia, Teamcenter, Agile, SmarTeam, MatrixOne)
Strong understanding of Windchill object relationships, lifecycles, workflows, and versioning
Experience with CAD data migration (Creo, SolidWorks, CATIA, NX)
Working knowledge of SQL, Oracle/PostgreSQL, and data analysis techniques
Experience handling large data volumes and complex dependency structures
Strong understanding of regulated industry requirements
Excellent stakeholder management, documentation, and communication skills