Title : SAP Asset Performance Management (APM) Architect.
Experience : 9- 12 Yrs.
Qualification : Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering, or a related field.
Location : Description :
We are looking for SAP Asset Performance Management (APM) Architect based in India to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise-grade asset performance solutions.
The ideal candidate will combine deep expertise in SAP APM with a strong understanding of enterprise asset management (EAM) business processes, integration architecture, and cloud deployment strategies.
As a trusted advisor, you will guide customers through their digital asset transformation journey from solution blueprinting to deployment and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities :
Solution Architecture & Design :
- Deep knowledge of SAP APM functional modules : Strategy and Performance Management, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Risk & Criticality Assessment, and Asset Health Monitoring.
- Strong expertise in Asset Central Foundation (ACF) data model design, asset hierarchy structuring, and equipment classification.
- Experience with APM integration to SAP PM / EAM (work orders, notifications, maintenance plans) and IoT sensors / condition monitoring platforms.
- Proficiency in APM extensibility and custom development using SAP BTP, REST APIs, and event-based integration.
- Understanding of predictive maintenance models, anomaly detection, and integration with SAP Predictive Asset Insights.
Architectural & Cloud Skills :
Hands-on experience with SAP BTP services, Cloud Connector, Integration Suite, and deployment of APM in SAP Cloud environments.Ability to design and implement secure, scalable, and high-performance APM solutions in cloud or hybrid landscapes.Familiarity with Fiori UX, SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC), and visualization of asset performance KPIs.Consulting & Leadership Skills :
Strong business process knowledge across maintenance planning, reliability engineering, asset strategy development, and asset lifecycle management.Ability to translate complex business problems into technical solutions and roadmaps.Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary project teams and mentoring junior consultants.Implementation Leadership :
Serve as the primary solution architect throughout the APM implementation lifecycle from discovery and requirements gathering to go-live and post-implementation optimization.Collaborate with cross-functional teams (EAM, S / 4HANA, SAP BTP, IoT, analytics) to ensure seamless integration with SAP PM, EAM, and external systems.Oversee data migration strategies for asset master data, performance history, and condition monitoring data.Ensure system scalability, security, and performance in cloud or hybrid deployment models.Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory :
Act as a trusted advisor to customers, translating business needs into innovative APM solutions and roadmaps.Conduct design thinking workshops and solution demonstrations to validate concepts and align stakeholders.Provide strategic recommendations on asset lifecycle optimization, reliability improvement, and predictive maintenance adoption.Governance & Quality Assurance :
Establish solution governance, design standards, and best practices for APM implementations.Conduct architecture reviews, risk assessments, and technical quality checks across project phases.Mentor project teams and contribute to internal knowledge development on APM topics.Required Qualifications :
Education : Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
Experience :
Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.10+ years of overall SAP experience with strong exposure to Enterprise Asset Management (EAM / PM).4+ years hands-on experience with SAP Asset Performance Management (APM) solution architecture and implementation.Experience in SAP Intelligent Asset Management Suite, including APM, Asset Central Foundation (ACF), SAP Predictive Asset Insights (PAI), and SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP).Proven track record in end-to-end APM solution delivery from requirements gathering to go-live in global or large-scale enterprise environments.Experience integrating APM with SAP S / 4HANA EAM / PM, IoT platforms, and third-party asset monitoring systems.Exposure to predictive analytics, machine learning models, and reliability-centered maintenance is a plus.Preferred Certifications (Nice to Have) :
SAP Certified Application Associate SAP Asset Performance Management.SAP Certified Technology Specialist SAP Business Technology Platform.Reliability engineering certifications (e. CMRP, CRL) are a plus.Soft Skills :
Strategic thinking and problem-solving approach.Excellent stakeholder communication and executive presentation skills.Strong analytical, documentation, and solution design capabilities.Ability to work in agile and collaborative project environments.(ref : hirist.tech)