Aras Corporation

Lead and manage a team of product managers to develop and execute the product roadmap for mechanical CAD connectors and visualization tools, ensuring alignment with company strategy and customer needs. | Requires 8+ years in B2B enterprise software product management, deep knowledge of PLM and CAD software, and leadership experience managing product teams. | XPLM Solution Inc, a subsidiary of Aras Corp, is a leading provider of integration solutions for product development software. As an innovative company with an international focus, we help our customers connect data and processes across system boundaries. We develop tools to connect our customers' software, and we are looking for the best employees to develop our ideas further. As the Lead Product Manager, you will be the strategic owner of XPLM’s core portfolio of mechanical CAD connectors and visualization tools. You will act as a strategic partner to leadership, aligning our product roadmap with the Aras Innovator ecosystem. This is a "Player-Coach" role: you will personally drive the strategy for our Mechanical/3D products while building, managing, and mentoring a team of Product Managers. Key Responsibilities: PM Team Leadership & Management • Team Building: Recruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of Product Managers (focused on ECAD, ERP, and Platform). • Process Ownership: Establish standardized PM frameworks (Agile, PRDs, prioritization) to ensure consistent delivery across all XPLM integration products. • Roadmap Alignment: Partner with leadership to translate business goals into a multi-year roadmap and align closely with Aras on platform updates. Mechanical CAD & 3D Product Ownership • Connector Strategy: Define how mechanical data (from SolidWorks, NX, CATIA, Creo) is mapped, transformed, and synchronized within Aras. • 3D Visualization: Own the roadmap for 3D viewable generation (JT, WebGL, etc.) and Digital Mock-Up (DMU) capabilities to enable cross-enterprise collaboration. • CAD-to-BOM Logic: Direct the logic for how complex 3D assembly structures are converted into actionable PLM Bills of Materials (BOMs). • Workspace Management: Oversee the user experience for "Check-in/Check-out" and Work-in-Progress (WIP) data handling to maximize designer productivity. Required Qualifications and Skills • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field; • 8+ years of experience in Product Management for B2B enterprise software, with at least 3 years in a leadership/lead role managing other PMs. • Deep knowledge of PLM (Aras Innovator preferred) and the "inner workings" of Mechanical CAD software (APIs, assembly structures, metadata). • Technical 3D Knowledge: Understanding of 3D geometry, tessellation, and the "Digital Twin" concept. • Leadership: Proven ability to coach PMs through technical trade-offs and manage complex stakeholder relationships.

Lead technical presales engagements, develop scalable PLM solutions, collaborate with sales and product teams, deliver presentations and demos, and respond to RFI/RFP requests. | 5+ years relevant experience with PLM and enterprise systems, strong communication and collaboration skills, experience in digital transformation and AI integration, and ability to lead cross-functional projects. | Salary: Aras is a leader in product lifecycle management (PLM) and digital thread solutions. As one of the fastest growing PLM companies, our technology enables the rapid delivery of flexible solutions built on a powerful digital thread backbone and a low-code development platform. Our platform and PLM applications connect users in all disciplines to critical product data and processes across the lifecycle and throughout the extended supply chain. The worlds largest manufacturers are leveraging Aras Innovator to manage their complex product lifecycles to improve production timelines, meet and exceed revenue growth targets, and accelerate innovation. We collaborate with companies in some of the most innovative industries, including automotive, industrial/heavy equipment, aerospace and defense, and high-tech electronics. We are looking for a Presales Solutions Consultant to play an integral role in the customer decision process. The Presales Solutions Consultant will work individually and as part of the North America Pre-Sales team to establish the business and technical value of Aras products, solutions and services to meet customer specific PLM and digital transformation requirements. You will communicate the Aras PLM vision for full lifecycle digital thread solutions by building and demonstrating Aras products, configuration and customization abilities in order to secure the technical closure in complex solutions sales. In your role as a trusted advisor for customers, you will collaborate with sales, consulting, and product management resources to ensure our technical solutions address customer needs and exceed the expectations of end users, management and IT. The Presales Solutions Consultant will report to our Director Pre-Sales North America. Key Responsibilities • Lead technical presales engagements and solution development for customers. • Translate business needs into scalable solutions • Collaborate with Sales, Customer Success, and Services teams to drive new business and expansion • Deliver compelling presentations focused on business value, architecture, and SaaS capabilities • Demonstrate integration of AI technologies to enhance enterprise processes and customer outcomes • Align customer requirements with current and roadmap features of Aras solutions • Build and execute tailored demos and Proofs of Concept • Own technical responses to RFI/RFP/RFQ requests Qualifications & Skills • 5+ years of relevant experience • Knowledge of PLM and related enterprise systems (CAD, ERP, MES) • Configuring and developing solutions in response to customer needs • Strong communication, listening, and analytical skills • Comfortable in multicultural environments • Understanding of enterprise application architecture and integration • Skilled presenter with storytelling ability • Experience leading cross-functional projects and change initiatives • Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills • Background in digital transformation in industrial settings • Familiarity with High-Tech, Process Industries, and Supplier Management • Awareness of AI-driven tools and their application in enterprise process optimization We were recognized as a leader in The Forrester Wave: Product Lifecycle Management for Discrete Manufacturers, Q3 2025. Feedback from our community has established Aras as a top ranked PLM vendor in online review services like G2 and Gartner Peer Insights. With over 700 employees in 11 countries, were looking to add to our incredible team. If youre passionate about helping develop next generation product innovation, we encourage you to apply! • Flexible paid time offto recharge when you need it, plus company-paid holidays and a dedicatedGlobal Wellness Day. • A401(k) plan with companymatchto help you invest in your future. • Robust health coverage, including generous medical, dental, and vision insurance with high premium contributions and deductible reimbursement. • Company-paid life insurance, as well asshort- and long-term disability coveragefor added peace of mind. Please visit ourPrivacy Noticeandour California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Aras is an Equal Opportunity Employer.