Manager – Digital Engineering Product Lifecycle Management

At PwC, our people in operations consulting specialise in providing consulting services on optimising operational efficiency and effectiveness. These individuals analyse client needs, develop operational strategies, and offer guidance and support to help clients streamline processes, improve productivity, and drive business performance. In connected supply chain at PwC, you will focus on optimising supply chain operations and improving end-to-end visibility and collaboration. You will work closely with clients to analyse supply chain processes, identify areas for improvement, and develop strategies to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and increase responsiveness. Working in this area, you will provide guidance on technology and data analytics to create a connected and agile supply chain network.

Job Description

Manager – Digital Engineering

Industry: Management Consulting

Job Family: Physical Product Development and Manufacturing (PPDM)

Specialism: Operations and Supply Chain Solutions (OSCS)

Management Level: Manager

Job Summary

At PwC, our Operations and Supply Chain Solutions (OSCS) professionals help organizations reimagine how they operate—enhancing productivity, improving efficiency, and driving growth. Within our Product Development & Manufacturing (PD&M) practice, you'll focus on transforming how companies innovate, develop, and deliver products.

We leverage Digital Engineering (DE) to modernize and optimize the end-to-end product lifecycle—enabling faster innovation, stronger cross-functional collaboration, and smarter, data-driven decisions. Our approach integrates advanced digital tools, agile methodologies, and lean operational strategies to help clients bring high-quality products to market efficiently and competitively.

As a Manager within PwC’s Product Development & Manufacturing (PD&M) practice, you will lead teams that help clients modernize and optimize their end-to-end product development and engineering organizations. You will shape and deliver complex transformation programs that integrate Digital Engineering (DE), advanced product lifecycle technologies, and operational excellence to accelerate innovation and drive measurable business outcomes.

You will oversee multidisciplinary consulting engagements across industries such as Industrial Manufacturing, Technology, Life Sciences, and Consumer Markets—guiding clients as they adopt data-driven decision making, agile engineering practices, and scalable digital product platforms. Managers are responsible for solution design, client leadership, quality assurance, and team development.

Key Responsibilities

Client Leadership & Engagement Management

• Own workstreams and/or full project delivery from planning through execution, ensuring high-quality outputs and measurable value creation.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to directors, VPs, and engineering leaders across R&D, product development, and manufacturing.
• Translate strategic objectives into actionable transformation roadmaps, operating models, and technology implementation plans.
• Manage client expectations, facilitate executive-level discussions, and drive alignment across cross-functional teams.
  
  

Digital Engineering Strategy & Transformation

• Lead the definition of future-state product development capabilities—including digital thread strategy, PLM/ALM/PPM modernization, MBSE adoption, model-based design, and connected engineering ecosystems.
• Oversee discovery and assessment activities to identify inefficiencies, capability gaps, and opportunities for operational improvement.
• Architect solutions leveraging cloud-based engineering environments, data platforms, and integrated lifecycle tools.
• Lead workshops, value-stream mapping sessions, and cross-functional design sessions to redesign engineering workflows.
  
  

Technical & Analytical Leadership

• Provide direction on solution architecture and system integration, ensuring alignment between business requirements and technology capabilities.
• Advise on tool selection, configuration strategies, and implementation approaches across PLM, ALM, PPM, and DE platforms.
  
  

People Leadership & Firm Contribution

• Manage, mentor, and coach Senior Associates and Associates; and support skill development.
• Contribute to practice development through thought leadership, accelerators, methodologies, and go-to-market offerings.
• Support business development activities including proposal creation, client pursuit discussions, and opportunity identification.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

Core Consulting Capabilities

• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex engagements with multiple stakeholders.
• Structured, hypothesis-driven problem solving using industry frameworks and analytical thinking.
• Strong executive presence, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Comfort driving clarity in ambiguous environments and leading clients through change.
  
  

Leadership Behaviors

• Growth mindset with strong self-awareness and proactive development of others.
• Ability to influence senior client stakeholders and challenge constructively.
• Ownership mindset—driving accountability, quality, and high standards across teams.
  
  

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred but not mandatory)
• 8–12+ years of relevant experience in product development, engineering, digital transformation, or related consulting fields.
  
  

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), Model-based System Engineering (MBSE)
• Engineering cloud solutions, data infrastructure, and digital thread enablement
• Operating model, governance, and process transformation across R&D and engineering
  
  

Preferred Tool Experience

• Discrete Industry: PTC Windchill, Siemens Teamcenter, Dassault Systemes
• Process Industry: SAP-PLM, Infor Optiva, Trace One Devex
  
  

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