PDM Systems Administrator

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.

Job Summary

Flex intends to spin off its Cloud and Power Infrastructure segment into a new, independent publicly traded company, Axiom, with the spin planned for Q1 2027. If the intended spin occurs, this role will support Axiom, a company focused on critical digital infrastructure and delivering end-to-end power and thermal management solutions for AI data centers and other mission-critical applications.

We are looking for a new UK remote PDM/PLM Systems Administrator employee.

Summary:

This role will be accountable for designing, defining, and implementing system requirements for complex customer systems/products and/or preparing studies and researching existing systems prior to the transition to manufacturing for new product introduction.

What a typical day looks like:

• Administer and support Autodesk Vault
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders across Engineering, IT, Manufacturing, and Business teams
• Support and interact with SolidWorks PDM (EPDM) and PTC Windchill environments
• Lead and contribute to system improvement and development initiatives
• Ensure data quality, compliance, and audit readiness, including structured data governance activities
• Support BOM, Item Master, and material master processes, ensuring alignment across engineering and downstream systems
• Troubleshoot CAD and PDM/PLM issues across multiple CAD platforms ( Inventor, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Creo, Eplan )
• Assist with system upgrades, testing, and deployment activities
• Develop and maintain documentation, standards, and best practices
• Support data migration, consolidation, and standardisation efforts where required
• Occasional travel to site for key projects or stakeholder engagement

The experience/qualification we're looking to add to our team:

• Proven Experience with Autodesk Vault administration
• Working knowledge of SolidWorks PDM (EPDM) & PTC Windchill
• Working knowledge or exposure to multiple PDM/PLM systems in a multi-tool environment
• Experience in a multi-CAD engineering environment
• Strong understanding of:
• Engineering data structures
• BOM and Material Management system - Item Master management
• Data governance and audit processes
• Demonstrated experience supporting system improvements, enhancements, or implementations
• Strong stakeholder collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Desirable:

• Experience with ERP integration (e.g., SAP or equivalent)
• Knowledge of automation , APIs , or scripting for system customization
• Familiarity with engineering and quality standards (e.g., ISO)
• Exposure to global engineering environments or distributed teams

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• An environment where you will feel fulfilled by your work, valued for your contribution, and celebrated for your success;
• A competitive salary and benefits package which includes:
• A merit-based annual pay review
• Enhanced annual leave
• Employee recognition scheme and long service awards
• Referral bonus
• Volunteer days
• Group Life Insurance, including a death in service payment and access to a virtual GP service 24/7 365 days a year
• Sick pay scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Flexible/Remote/Hybrid Work based on your Job Function
• Travel opportunities (role dependent)
• Support in your well-being by access to
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free access to qualified counsellors and expert advice
• On-site trained Mental Health First Aiders
• Access to various discount programs (including food, activities, gym memberships

Job Category

Design, Process & Technology Engineering

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