Product Development - Digital Engineering - Director

Operations Consulting Role at PwC

At PwC, our people in operations consulting specialize in providing consulting services on optimizing operational efficiency and effectiveness. These individuals analyze client needs, develop operational strategies, and offer guidance and support to help clients streamline processes, improve productivity, and drive business performance. In product development and manufacturing at PwC, you will specialize in improving product development and manufacturing processes. You will work closely with clients to analyze product development lifecycles, identify bottlenecks, and develop strategies to enhance speed to market, reduce costs, and improve quality. Working in this area, you will also provide guidance on implementing lean manufacturing principles, optimizing supply chain integration, and leveraging digital technologies.

Your role is crucial in driving business growth, shaping the direction of client engagements, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion, and a commercial mindset are all foundational to our success. You create a healthy working environment while maximizing client satisfaction. You cultivate the potential in others and actively team across the PwC Network, understanding tradeoffs, and leveraging our collective strength.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to :

• Lead in line with our values and brand.
• Develop new ideas, solutions, and structures; drive thought leadership.
• Solve problems by exploring multiple angles and using creativity, encouraging others to do the same.
• Balance long-term, short-term, detail-oriented, and big picture thinking.
• Make strategic choices and drive change by addressing system-level enablers.
• Promote technological advances, creating an environment where people and technology thrive together.
• Identify gaps in the market and convert opportunities to success for the Firm.
• Adhere to and enforce professional and technical standards, the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

Our Product Development & Manufacturing (PD&M) Team helps our clients leverage advanced strategies, operational approaches, and technologies to innovate, develop, and manufacture products and services in a manner that significantly increases operational efficiency and drives new levels of enterprise-wide growth in a connected world. Basic Qualifications Minimum Degree Required Bachelor's Degree Preferred Qualifications Degree Preferred Master's Degree Preferred Fields of Study Biomedical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Engineering, Industrial and Operations Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Project Engineering & Management, Production Engineering, Systems Engineering, Biomedical Science, Computer and Information Science, Data Processing / Analytics / Science Preferred Knowledge / Skills Demonstrates intimate knowledge and experience with and a proven record of success in leading or facilitating project management or client consultations in the areas of product development and manufacturing, preferably for a global network of professional services firms, in one of the following core industry sectors including, but not limited to : Industrial : Automotive; Aerospace; Chemicals; Industrial Manufacturing; or Construction; Technology : Hardware / Electronics; Systems; Software; Semiconductor; or Telecommunications; Life Sciences : Pharma, Bio Pharma, & Specialty Pharma; Medical Device, Medical Technology & Diagnostics; Generics; or Animal Health; and Consumer Markets : Food & Beverage; Goods; or Vertically Integrated Retail. Demonstrates intimate knowledge and experience with and a proven record of success directing efforts in advisory services in the following capability areas : Technical solution architecture for one or more of these technologies : Dassault 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX), Siemens Teamcenter, PTC Windchill, SAP PLM; PLM Blueprint & Design for the above technologies; Digital Engineering / PLM Strategy Development; Digital Engineering Application (PLM, ALM, PPM) Configuration and Deployment - Engineering Decision Support & Analytics; Engineering Cloud Solutions; Product Development Strategy & Operations; and Connected Products / Platforms / Services. Demonstrates intimate abilities to lead and manage a diverse team including : Demonstrates the ability to build, maintain, and utilize networks of client relationships; Possesses advanced problem solving and analysis skills; Possesses advanced spreadsheet, presentation and document development skills; Possesses detailed value case development skills; Possesses the ability to interpret financial statements; Possesses engaging interpersonal skills; Possesses a collaborative and can-do mindset; Possesses financial modeling skills; Possesses the ability to influence and shape thinking of peer level and Director level client resources; Possesses Program / Project leadership skills - ability to lead complex multi-workstream projects; Manages unstructured situations, anticipating client needs and developing solutions; Possesses the ability to develop / coach resources and guide careers of team members; Possesses client presentation skills; and Possesses proposal & pricing development skills.

The salary range for this position is : $155,000 - $410,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications, and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more.