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About this PLM Lead Engineer role at Hitachi

Hitachi · Onsite · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Location:

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Job ID:

R0136492

Date Posted:

2026-07-10

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):

IT, Telecom & Internet

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

Opportunity

Lead the digital transformation and product lifecycle management (PLM) initiatives by designing, customizing, and enhancing enterprise solutions using Windchill, ThingWorx, Kepware, and related PTC technologies. This role offers the opportunity to drive automation, business process improvements, system integrations, and modernization initiatives while serving as a technical leader for PLM platforms in an industrial environment.

How You'll Make an Impact

  • Develop, customize, and implement scalable PLM and digitalization solutions using Windchill, ThingWorx, and other PTC products.
  • Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions.
  • Lead advanced Windchill customization, configuration, integration, and de-customization initiatives to improve system performance and maintainability.
  • Drive business process improvements through automation, predictive analysis, and digital transformation projects.
  • Manage integrations with enterprise applications, including Innoface and Granta.
  • Perform troubleshooting, root cause analysis, issue resolution, and configuration-based fixes to ensure system reliability.
  • Oversee build management, code maintenance, code reviews, and adherence to development best practices.
  • Ensure software solutions are secure, scalable, high performing, and aligned with business objectives.
  • Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to team members while fostering continuous improvement and innovation.

Your Background

  • Bachelor's degree in software engineering, Information Systems, or a related field with 8-11 years of relevant experience.
  • Expert-level experience in Windchill PLM customization, configuration, and API development.
  • Strong knowledge of PTC products, including ThingWorx, Windchill, and Kepware.
  • Hands-on expertise in Java, JavaScript, AJAX, JSP, PLSQL, SOAP, Info Engine, Linux Shell Scripting, and related technologies.
  • Good understanding of PLM concepts, business processes, and enterprise system integrations.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages such as JavaScript, Python, or similar technologies.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in issue analysis, troubleshooting, and root cause identification.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across global and multicultural teams.
  • Proven capability to work independently while leading technical initiatives and supporting team success.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.

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