Networking For Future (NFF)

Systems Engineer

• NFF is seeking an Application Systems Architect with hands-on experience designing, configuring, and supporting PTC Windchill Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) within a complex enterprise environment.
• This role will partner closely with Engineering, Maintenance, information technology (IT), and Configuration Management teams to ensure that the Windchill platform aligns with the Enterprise Architecture Framework, adheres to the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) standards, and integrates effectively with related enterprise systems including Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Enterprise Response Planning (ERP), identity management, and reporting platforms.
• Designing and documenting Windchill architecture, object models, integrations, and lifecycle/workflow configurations.
• Performing gap analyses and defining solution approaches for new Windchill capabilities or enhancements.
• Supporting engineering change management (CR/CN) processes and configuration management (CM) workflows.
• Leading the architectural planning of Windchill upgrades, module deployments, and integrations with CAD, ERP, and identity management systems.
• Creating architecture artifacts such as interface specifications, system connectivity diagrams, and PLM data models.
• Reviewing technical designs, verifying architectural compliance, and coordinating development activities.
• Providing technical leadership to analysts, developers, and integration staff supporting Windchill.
• Supporting troubleshooting efforts requiring architecture-level analysis (object structure issues, workflow errors, integration failures, etc.).
• Documenting Windchill PLM architecture, including WTPart structures, EPM Document relationships, Change Objects, and CAD/ERP integration flows.
• Designing migration, staging, and upgrading paths for Windchill deployments.
• Ensuring alignment of Windchill data models and workflows with engineering change management and configuration management requirements.
• Coordinating with CAD, ERP, security, and infrastructure teams to ensure integrated, enterprise-wide system behavior.

Senior Application Systems Architect – Windchill