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We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.
For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.
Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?
This position is open to relocation assistance.
Are you passionate about PLM and driving large-scale engineering transformation? Join Generac and play a key role in shaping the future of product development across our global organization.
As our Senior Windchill Process Owner, you will lead the strategy, optimization, and adoption of CAD/PLM systems and processes, with a focus on PTC Windchill, to improve engineering and manufacturing productivity, collaboration, and innovation. You'll partner with engineering and business leaders to design scalable solutions, streamline product development and manufacturing processes, drive user adoption, and mentor teams across the enterprise.
This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact as Generac continues its multi-year global PLM expansion, helping standardize processes, enhance engineering capabilities, and deliver efficiencies across multiple divisions and locations worldwide. If you're a PLM expert who enjoys working with diverse functional teams, solving complex challenges, influencing change, and building the future of engineering systems, we'd love to hear from you.
What this role offers you the opportunity to do:
Lead a large-scale global PLM transformation initiative
Influence engineering and manufacturing processes across multiple business units
Drive adoption of industry-leading product development tools and technologies
Partner with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Mentor teams and help maximize the value of PLM systems enterprise-wide
Make a visible and lasting impact on the future of engineering at Generac
What You'll Do
Serve as a PLM and Windchill subject matter expert for the business
Lead the deployment, optimization, and adoption of PLM solutions across the organization
Partner with engineering and manufacturing teams to develop and improve workflows, processes, and data management strategies
Gather business requirements and translate them into scalable system solutions
Design, implement, and support Windchill and related engineering systems
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that increase productivity and efficiency
Lead training efforts and promote user adoption of PLM best practices
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate PLM with broader business systems and processes
Mentor engineering systems team members and share technical expertise
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience (5+ years).
Hands-on experience with PTC Windchill administration, optimization, and engineering systems support.
Proven ability to gather business requirements and deliver scalable CAD/PLM solutions.
Experience supporting product development, engineering change, and product release processes.
Strong project leadership, communication, training, and cross-functional stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
10+ years of PLM experience, including 5+ years as a Windchill Solution Architect or similar role.
Expertise with product development technologies and integrations, including PLM, CAD, ERP, and related engineering tools.
Knowledge of PTC solutions such as ThingWorx, MPM Link, Options & Variants, SUMA, and Creo.
Experience with new product development, engineering change management, and PLM/ERP integrations.
Strong ability to communicate complex technical concepts and drive adoption across diverse audiences and Expertise in Organization Change Management Techniques.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Deep expertise in Windchill, Creo, engineering data management, and workflow design.
Knowledge of SAP and other enterprise business systems.
Strong business acumen with the ability to identify, lead, and implement process improvements.
Proven ability to influence stakeholders, lead initiatives, and mentor team members in a global environment.
Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced organization.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus.
“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”
We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.
For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.
Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?
This position is open to relocation assistance.
Are you passionate about PLM and driving large-scale engineering transformation? Join Generac and play a key role in shaping the future of product development across our global organization.
As our Senior Windchill Process Owner, you will lead the strategy, optimization, and adoption of CAD/PLM systems and processes, with a focus on PTC Windchill, to improve engineering and manufacturing productivity, collaboration, and innovation. You'll partner with engineering and business leaders to design scalable solutions, streamline product development and manufacturing processes, drive user adoption, and mentor teams across the enterprise.
This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact as Generac continues its multi-year global PLM expansion, helping standardize processes, enhance engineering capabilities, and deliver efficiencies across multiple divisions and locations worldwide. If you're a PLM expert who enjoys working with diverse functional teams, solving complex challenges, influencing change, and building the future of engineering systems, we'd love to hear from you.
What this role offers you the opportunity to do:
Lead a large-scale global PLM transformation initiative
Influence engineering and manufacturing processes across multiple business units
Drive adoption of industry-leading product development tools and technologies
Partner with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Mentor teams and help maximize the value of PLM systems enterprise-wide
Make a visible and lasting impact on the future of engineering at Generac
What You'll Do
Serve as a PLM and Windchill subject matter expert for the business
Lead the deployment, optimization, and adoption of PLM solutions across the organization
Partner with engineering and manufacturing teams to develop and improve workflows, processes, and data management strategies
Gather business requirements and translate them into scalable system solutions
Design, implement, and support Windchill and related engineering systems
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that increase productivity and efficiency
Lead training efforts and promote user adoption of PLM best practices
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate PLM with broader business systems and processes
Mentor engineering systems team members and share technical expertise
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience (5+ years).
Hands-on experience with PTC Windchill administration, optimization, and engineering systems support.
Proven ability to gather business requirements and deliver scalable CAD/PLM solutions.
Experience supporting product development, engineering change, and product release processes.
Strong project leadership, communication, training, and cross-functional stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
10+ years of PLM experience, including 5+ years as a Windchill Solution Architect or similar role.
Expertise with product development technologies and integrations, including PLM, CAD, ERP, and related engineering tools.
Knowledge of PTC solutions such as ThingWorx, MPM Link, Options & Variants, SUMA, and Creo.
Experience with new product development, engineering change management, and PLM/ERP integrations.
Strong ability to communicate complex technical concepts and drive adoption across diverse audiences and Expertise in Organization Change Management Techniques.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Deep expertise in Windchill, Creo, engineering data management, and workflow design.
Knowledge of SAP and other enterprise business systems.
Strong business acumen with the ability to identify, lead, and implement process improvements.
Proven ability to influence stakeholders, lead initiatives, and mentor team members in a global environment.
Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced organization.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus.
“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”
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Who's Hiring
- GE Aerospace16
- Tesla11
- Maverick Tech11M
- Jabil9
- L3Harris7
Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Education
- Manufacturing
- Medical Devices
- Science & Research
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in lead manufacturing engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering required
- Five or more years of experience in a manufacturing or process engineering role
- Proficiency with lean manufacturing tools including 5S, kaizen, and value stream mapping
- Experience leading PFMEA, APQP, or PPAP processes in a production environment
- Hands-on knowledge of CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, or AutoCAD
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage engineering projects
Tips for Your Lead Manufacturing Engineer Job Search
Quantify process improvements on your resume
Lead manufacturing engineer roles expect evidence of measurable impact. Replace vague claims with concrete outcomes: cycle time reductions, scrap rate improvements, throughput gains, or cost savings tied to projects you led. Numbers make your resume stand out in applicant tracking systems.
Highlight cross-functional leadership experience
Hiring managers want to see that you've coordinated across quality, supply chain, and design teams, not just managed a production line. Call out specific projects where you drove alignment between engineering and operations or led a cross-functional PFMEA or APQP effort.
Filter openings by industry segment early
Lead manufacturing engineer requirements differ sharply between regulated industries like medical devices or aerospace and high-volume consumer goods. Target your search by sector from the start so you're applying to roles where your specific compliance and documentation experience is directly relevant.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists lead manufacturing engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare technical examples for behavior questions
Interviewers for lead roles will ask you to walk through a failure analysis, a capital equipment justification, or a production launch you owned. Prepare two or three tight examples using real constraints, your specific decisions, and the outcomes, so you're not reconstructing them under pressure.
Negotiate scope and headcount, not just salary
At the lead level, your leverage includes team size, budget authority, and project portfolio, not only base pay. Before accepting an offer, clarify how many direct or indirect reports you'll oversee, what capital budget you control, and which programs you'll own from day one.
Lead Manufacturing Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most lead manufacturing engineers?
The most active employers for lead manufacturing engineers right now are GE Aerospace, Tesla, and Maverick Tech, and the most openings are in California, Texas, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially concentrated in automotive, aerospace, and medical device manufacturing sectors.
How many lead manufacturing engineer jobs are remote?
About 31% of lead manufacturing engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most production environments. Sub-areas with the highest remote share tend to be process engineering roles focused on documentation, standards development, or manufacturing systems rather than floor-based production oversight.
How do you become a lead manufacturing engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering, then build several years of hands-on experience in process or production engineering. Take on project ownership early, earn credentials like a Six Sigma Green Belt or Lean certification, and develop cross-functional leadership experience by coordinating between quality, design, and operations teams before moving into a lead title.
Can you get hired as a lead manufacturing engineer with limited experience?
Moving into a lead role with limited experience is possible if you've demonstrated ownership of a significant process improvement or production launch, even without the title. Emphasize any PFMEA, APQP, or capital project work you led informally, pursue a lean or Six Sigma certification to signal technical depth, and target smaller manufacturers where lead responsibilities are assigned earlier than at large enterprises.
What does the lead manufacturing engineer interview process look like?
Most lead manufacturing engineer interviews run three to four rounds. An initial recruiter screen is followed by a technical interview covering process engineering methods, quality systems, and tooling or equipment decisions. A hiring manager conversation focuses on leadership scenarios and cross-functional project examples. Final rounds often include a panel with operations or quality leaders and sometimes a facility or floor tour where you discuss process improvements in context.
Where can I find and apply to lead manufacturing engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to lead manufacturing engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your industry background, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your profile.
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