Senior Product Data Engineering Analyst

Parker Hannifin - Akron, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Akron, OH

Machinery Manufacturing

About the position

Parker Aerospace, a segment of Parker Hannifin Corporation, is seeking a Senior Product Data Engineering Analyst to lead the control and management of engineering design data, particularly focusing on the Engineering Change Management process. This role is pivotal in establishing a cohesive Product Data Management (PDM) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) vision and strategy that supports both engineering and broader business objectives. The successful candidate will be responsible for mentoring and training engineering staff on the effective use of SAP and SmarTeam, ensuring that all team members are equipped with the necessary skills to manage product data effectively. The Senior Product Data Engineering Analyst will support the development and execution of PDM/PLM policies and procedures, maintaining written operating procedures that govern PLM functions. This includes configuring PDM system data and functions, managing user administration, lifecycle rules, electronic workflows, and providing first-tier user support. A strong understanding of CATIA is essential for establishing best practices with SmarTeam integration and the eventual transition to Enovia 3D Experience. Collaboration with IT is crucial to ensure the correct configuration of systems, and the analyst will support all engineering PDM-related internal and external audits. The role also involves managing data control SAP functions, including engineering change records, document records, and bills-of-materials, while ensuring the integrity of product data in SAP. The analyst will oversee the migration of product data from legacy systems into SmarTeam and SAP, ensuring a smooth transition and management of data across functional areas. As a member of the management team, the Senior Product Data Engineering Analyst will contribute to the development and realization of departmental strategic plans, budgets, and goals. The role requires a proactive approach to support the Engineering organization in delivering design products that meet program demands, including the creation and maintenance of 3D models, 2D drawings, and Bills-of-Material. The analyst will also ensure that Design Drafting standards are upheld and that the Standards Committee operates effectively. Special projects may be assigned as needed, requiring strong project management skills and the ability to lead initiatives effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of PDM/PLM policies and be responsible for the execution of these policies and procedures.
• Maintain the written operating procedures which explain and control the PLM functions.
• Assist with maintaining and configuring PDM system data and functions, including user administration, life-cycle rules, electronic workflows, schema modifications, basic scripting, and first tier user support.
• Establish and support best practices with CATIA and SmarTeam integration, and eventual Enovia 3D Experience integration.
• Work closely with IT to ensure correct system configuration.
• Support all engineering PDM-related internal and external audits.
• Provide in-house engineering centric SAP and SmarTeam training.
• Manage data control SAP functions including engineering change records, document records, bills-of-materials, and material master's classification.
• Audit the product data in SAP to guarantee the integrity of the data.
• Manage the migration of product data from existing systems into SmarTeam and SAP, and manage data in legacy systems.
• Actively participate as a member of the management team, assisting with departmental strategic and resourcing plans, budgets, goals, and outcomes.
• Support the Engineering organization to deliver design products in accordance with program demands, including the creation and maintenance of 3-D models, 2-D drawings, and Bills-of-Material.
• Ensure that Design Drafting standards are maintained and that the Standards Committee is functioning properly.
• Carry out special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in an engineering discipline or related field
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in PDM/PLM
• Experience in an engineering discipline, including supervisory experience (recommended)
• Working knowledge of PCs in the current company operating system environment
• Good planning, organizational, analytical, leadership, interpersonal, decision-making, problem-solving, oral and written communication skills
• Strong project management skills

Benefits

• Competitive vacation and 13 paid holidays
• 401(k) with a 5% matching contribution with immediate investing
• Competitive annual bonus incentive plan
• Health benefits effective day 1!