Windchill PLM Test Analyst

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Area(s) of responsibility

Job Title: Windchill Test Analyst

Experience – 3+ years in Windchill PLM testing or similar QA roles.

Role Overview

The Windchill Test Analyst is responsible for testing and validating PTC Windchill PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) systems to ensure functionality, performance, and compliance with business requirements. This role involves creating test plans, executing test cases, identifying defects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain system quality and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Test Planning & Design
• Develop detailed test plans, test cases, and scripts for Windchill modules (e.g., PDMLink, Project Link, Change Management).
• Define testing scope for upgrades, patches, and new feature implementations.
• Test Execution
• Perform functional, regression, integration, and Upgrade and Migration testing on Windchill PLM systems.
• Execute manual test cases, document results and report defects.
• Defect Management
• Identify, log, and track defects using appropriate tools.
• Work closely with developers and system administrators to resolve issues.
• Collaboration
• Coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, and IT teams to validate PLM workflows.
• Participate in requirements gathering and provide input on testability.
• Documentation & Reporting
• Prepare test reports, metrics, and dashboards for stakeholders.
• Maintain test artifacts in compliance with QA standards.
• Continuous Improvement
• Suggest process improvements and contribute to test automation initiatives.
• Stay updated on Windchill versions ( 12.x, 13.x) and related technologies.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Technical Expertise
• Hands-on experience with PTC Windchill PLM (PDMLink, Project Link, Quality Management,  Change Management).
• Knowledge of PLM concepts: CAD data, BOM, workflows, and product structures.
• Familiarity with SQL, test automation tools, and scripting.
• Testing Skills
• Strong understanding of software testing life cycle (STLC) and QA methodologies.
• Experience in Upgrade and Migration Testing
• Experience in manual and automated testing.

 

Experience Level

Senior Level