Java Contract Jobs in Houston, TX (NOW HIRING)

ABS Digital Product Development is driving the transformation of engineering and classification through advanced digital technologies, automation, model-based engineering, and integrated product lifecycle management solutions. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Creo Toolkit Developer to help design, develop, and support next-generation engineering applications that integrate PTC Creo Parametric and Windchill within a modern digital engineering ecosystem.

This role offers the opportunity to work on strategic initiatives that improve engineering productivity, automate complex workflows, and support the digital transformation of the maritime and offshore industries.

The Senior Creo Toolkit Developer will be responsible for developing and maintaining custom applications, plugins, and automation solutions using PTC Creo Toolkit. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in Creo Parametric customization, C/C++ development, and Windchill integration technologies, with a deep understanding of engineering design processes and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.

This individual will collaborate with software developers, CAD administrators, engineering stakeholders, and solution architects to create innovative solutions that streamline engineering workflows and enhance the user experience across ABS engineering platforms.

What You Will Do:

• Design, develop, test, and maintain custom applications using PTC Creo Toolkit (C/C++).
• Develop integrations between Creo Parametric and PTC Windchill utilizing Windchill APIs and services.
• Create automated engineering workflows, custom user interfaces, and productivity-enhancing CAD tools.
• Develop solutions for managing CAD data, metadata, attributes, configurations, and lifecycle processes.
• Support Model-Based Definition (MBD), digital thread, and digital engineering initiatives.
• Collaborate with engineering and business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues involving Creo customizations, Windchill integrations, and CAD data management.
• Participate in architecture reviews, code reviews, and software quality initiatives.
• Prepare technical documentation, deployment procedures, and user guides.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements to engineering systems and workflows.

What You Will Need:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 5 years of hands-on development experience with PTC Creo Parametric and Creo Toolkit.
• Experience and understanding of Creo surface creation and editing.
• Strong proficiency in C and C++ programming.
• Experience developing custom commands, menus, dialogs, event handlers, and automation within Creo.
• Experience integrating Creo applications with PTC Windchill.
• Working knowledge of Windchill APIs, including:
  •  Windchill Java APIs
  • REST Services
  • Query and data access frameworks
  • Workflow and lifecycle-related APIs
• Understanding of CAD data management and PLM best practices.
• Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and software development lifecycle experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Windchill customization and server-side development.

Hands-on experience using Creo Paramatric.

Experience with Java, JavaScript, Python, or C#.

Familiarity with Model-Based Engineering (MBE) and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).

Knowledge of engineering automation, digital thread, and digital twin concepts.

Experience with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.

Experience in maritime, offshore, manufacturing, aerospace, or industrial engineering environments.

Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git, Azure DevOps, or similar development platforms.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Creo Technologies
  • Creo Parametric
  • Creo Toolkit
  • J-Link (preferred)
  • Creo Object Toolkit (preferred)
  • Family Tables, Relations, Parameters, MBD
• Windchill Technologies
  • Windchill PDMLink
  • Windchill REST Services
  • Windchill Java APIs
  • Info*Engine
  • Workflow and Lifecycle Management
  • CAD Document Management
• Development Technologies
  • C/C++
  • Java
  • SQL
  • REST APIs
  • XML
  • Git

Reporting Relationships:

The incumbent reports to a manager-level position or above. This position does not have any direct reports.

Notice:

This position requires access to information that is subject to control by the Export Administration Regulations and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Any offer of employment shall be contingent upon the Company's verification that the candidate is a "U.S. Person" or upon the receipt of all necessary export licenses or authorizations that may be required by U.S. export control laws. "U.S. Persons" are defined as U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents (i.e., "green card" holders), or any individual granted protected status under the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), including asylees and refugees.  In the event a candidate refuses or cannot otherwise provide the necessary information for the Company to determine whether such licenses may be required, or for the Company to obtain any required licenses, the Company shall maintain the exclusive right to discontinue the application process and/or withdraw any contingent offer that has been made. #dice

We set out more than 160 years ago to promote the security of life and property at sea and preserve the natural environment. Today, we remain true to our mission and continue to support organizations facing a rapidly evolving seascape of challenging regulations and new technologies. Through it all, we are anchored by a vision and mission that help our clients find clarity in uncertain times.
ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. We're at the forefront of supporting the global energy transition at sea, the application of remote and autonomous marine systems, cutting-edge technical solutions, and many more exciting advancements. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency is ever-present, guiding our clients to safer and more efficient operations.
Equal Opportunity
ABS Bureau is committed to the equal employment opportunity of its employees and prohibits discrimination against any employee or qualified applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or veteran status, or other non-work-related characteristics that may be protected under the law of the Federal Government or specific state employment laws.
Notice
ABS and Affiliated Companies (ABS) will not pay a fee to any third-party agency without a valid ABS Master Service Agreement (MSA) authorized and signed by Human Resources. Any resume, CV, application, or other forms of candidate submission provided to any employee of ABS without a valid MSA on file will be considered property of ABS, and no fee will be paid.
Other
This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job of the incumbent. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making a fair decision regarding the pay structure of the job. #ogjs