Digital Design Coordinator

Digital Design Coordination (DDC) Engineer Teamcenter Location: Warren, MI Pay Rate: $4555/hour Schedule: Monday Friday | 8:00 AM 5:00 PM Work Environment: Onsite Position Summary The Digital Design Coordination (DDC) Engineer plays a critical role in supporting enterprise design data operations by maintaining structured digital environments used by engineering, design, and manufacturing teams. This position combines deep expertise in Siemens Teamcenter PLM systems with process improvement and cross-functional collaboration to ensure accurate, scalable, and efficient management of vehicle design data. This role focuses on improving data integrity, automating manual workflows, and supporting the transition to Teamcenter Active Workspace, while partnering closely with Design Technology, Engineering, and IT teams. The ideal candidate brings strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to influence process improvements across complex product development environments. Key Responsibilities Data Management & Integration Build, manage, and maintain structured Teamcenter assemblies supporting 3D CAD data (NX, Alias) Organize product data aligned with vehicle architecture including variants, trim levels, carryover components, and new designs Perform audits to eliminate duplicate or stacked parts and maintain Persistent Digital Model (PDM) integrity Ensure accurate digital model visualization throughout all GVDP program phases Process Development & Automation Lead initiatives to reduce manual workflows through automation and scalable PLM solutions Collaborate with IT and Design Technology teams supporting migration to Teamcenter Active Workspace Establish best practices for digital data structure, release readiness, and milestone compliance Issue Resolution & Governance Monitor and troubleshoot Teamcenter data or system issues Perform root cause analysis and implement long-term corrective solutions Partner with IT teams to maintain PLM system stability and performance Document process updates and communicate impacts across stakeholders Program & Design Support Support program timing requirements across conceptual, development, and execution phases Maintain data readiness aligned with GVDP milestones Assist with P2P workflows and design patent documentation coordination Training & Cross-Functional Communication Develop and deliver Teamcenter training materials in collaboration with Global Design Training teams Serve as a subject matter expert supporting engineering, design, and program teams Communicate software and process updates through release notes, impact summaries, and training sessions Continuous Improvement & Leadership Capture business requirements and develop PLM process improvement initiatives Lead validation and testing activities for Teamcenter upgrades Create and execute test cases while tracking system performance issues Build strong partnerships across engineering, program management, and design organizations Required Qualifications Bachelors degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field (or equivalent experience) Minimum 5+ years of experience working with Siemens Teamcenter and CAD visualization environments Strong expertise with Siemens Teamcenter (RAC & Active Workspace) Experience supporting NX integration and visualization tools (TcVis) Understanding of PLM data structures and digital product development workflows Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced program environments Preferred Qualifications Experience with automation concepts such as scripting, templates, or PLM configuration Automotive or defense vehicle development experience Experience supporting enterprise PLM migrations or system upgrades Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), including Disability/Veterans #HRUProfessional