Senior Associate – Product Development, Digital Engineering

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to assess and improve product development strategies, operating models, and innovation pipelines.
• Identify process inefficiencies and lead transformation initiatives across engineering, R&D, and manufacturing functions.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of digital engineering solutions including PLM, ALM, and PPM systems.
• Support the development and deployment of cloud-based engineering platforms and analytics tools.
• Apply lean product development principles and agile methodologies to reduce cycle times and accelerate time-to-market.
• Guide clients on building connected product ecosystems and scalable digital platforms.
• Interpret operational and engineering data to generate actionable insights and performance improvements.
• Work cross-functionally to support engineering decision-making, data management, and lifecycle integration.
• Help develop future-state digital engineering blueprints and strategic roadmaps.
• Cultivate strong client relationships and contribute to thought leadership within the PD&M space.
  

What We’re Looking For

• Ability to respond effectively to diverse client perspectives and priorities.
• Creative and structured problem-solving approach using industry-standard methodologies.
• Critical thinking skills to break down complex systems and processes.
• Awareness of how your role contributes to broader strategic objectives.
• Data interpretation skills to support decision-making and drive recommendations.
• Growth mindset with strong self-awareness and openness to feedback.
• Comfort with ambiguity and proactive engagement in unclear situations.
  

Qualifications

• - Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred)
• - 5–7 years of relevant experience
  

Preferred Industry Experience

• Industrial: Automotive, Aerospace, Chemicals, Manufacturing, Construction
• Technology: Hardware, Software, Semiconductor, Telecommunications
• Life Sciences: Pharma, Biopharma, Medical Devices, Diagnostics
• Consumer Markets: Food & Beverage, Consumer Goods, Retail
  

Preferred Functional Experience

• Digital Engineering Strategy & Roadmap Development
• Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Project Portfolio Management (PPM), Application Lifecycle Management (ALM)
• Engineering Cloud Solutions & Data Infrastructure
• Product Development Operations & Connected Platforms
  

Desired Attributes

• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Financial modeling capabilities
• Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and document development
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Team-oriented and client-focused mindset