Job Description

Danfoss is hiring for an experienced Manager – OnePLM APAC (PLM Backbone) to join our Group Digital & IT (DGDIT) team. This role is based at our state-of-the-art Oragadam campus, India’s first LEED Platinum-rated constructed manufacturing facility. The selected candidate will lead the PLM backbone team responsible for building and configuring the Teamcenter Unified system and supporting Danfoss’s OnePLM journey.

As part of a global team of skilled IT consultants, you will play a key role in driving digital transformation at Danfoss by ensuring the stability, scalability, and efficiency of our PLM systems.

Job Responsibilities Support and contribute to the development of efficient IT processes in PLM-related projects. Establish and maintain a structure to track deliverables across releases, maintenance, and technical issues. Collaborate with architects to assign and manage tasks effectively. Ensure IT deliverables are on schedule and proactively mitigate risks. Drive operational efficiency and deliver measurable results. Participate in global co-planning and allocation of IT resources. Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to team members. Coordinate team availability, including holiday and vacation planning. Lead and manage large-scale PLM projects in a matrix environment. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and collaboration. Background & Skills

 

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems with strong PLM process knowledge. 7+ years of experience in PLM systems, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role. Proven expertise in one or more PLM platforms (e.g., Siemens Teamcenter). Fluent in English with excellent communication skills. Experience working in a matrix organizational structure. Demonstrated success in managing large-scale IT or PLM projects. Passion for people leadership and talent development. Strong team collaboration and interpersonal skills. High analytical ability and a curiosity-driven mindset. Effective problem-solving skills with a proactive “Can Do” attitude. Strong presentation and stakeholder management skills. Familiarity with DevOps and Agile methodologies. Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.