Hiring: Lead, Configuration & Release Engineer Company: Onto Innovation Location: Bloomington, MN Job Posted Time: 2026-09-14 13:58:13 Target Skills & Keywords : Assembly, AutoCAD, CAD, Change Management, Configuration Management, Digital Transformation, Microsoft Excel, Product Data Management, Product Lifecycle Management, SolidWorks About the job Experience: •5+ years in Configuration Management, PLM Administration, or Mechanical Design Support within a complex hardware environment (semiconductor, robotics, or aerospace preferred). Required Skills: •System Governance: Act as the primary administrator for PDM and PLM (Windchill), serving as the system of record for the product lifecycle, engineering BOMs, and part libraries. •Data Architecture: Oversee part number creation, lifecycle state governance, and user access control. Manage the functional application of Part Types, Phantoms, and Subassemblies. •Integration Management: Synchronize data between PLM, ERP, and CAD systems to ensure a single source of truth for product data across the global organization. •Digital Transformation: Lead end-to-end Windchill implementations and drive transformation initiatives, managing program governance, milestones, and executive reporting. •Change Management & Design Integrity •Promotion & Workflow: Own the engineering change process (ECO/ECN). Drive the Promotion Request process in Windchill and develop custom reports to track release cycles and system metrics. •Technical Review: Review engineering drawings prior to release to validate clarity, dimensioning, and GD&T compliance (ASME Y14.5). •NPI Support: Support NPI builds (EVT/DVT/PVT) by ensuring BOM and drawing readiness, collaborating cross-functionally with Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Manufacturing, and Quality teams. Qualifications: •Technical Expert: Advanced hands-on proficiency in PTC Windchill (Administration, workflow management, and report generation). •CAD & Standards: Proficiency in Creo, SolidWorks, or AutoCAD with a focus on large assembly management. Solid understanding of ASME Y14.5 GD&T and 2D drawing management. •System Knowledge: Deep understanding of PLM data objects, including the logic of Phantoms, Subassemblies, and Make vs. Buy procurement triggers. •Communication: Strong cross-functional skills; comfortable coordinating technical initiatives across multiple global subsystem teams. Compensation: •$86,400 - $129,600 / year •Additional Rewards: Annual bonus opportunities and potential long-term incentives tied to both company and individual success Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!