Digital Transformation (DX) Systems Integrator

Role: Digital Transformation (DX) Systems Integrator

Work Location: SW Houston (onsite)

Number of Positions: 1

Type: Fulltime

Reports to: Digital Transformation Director

THIS ROLE REQUIRES ONSITE WORK IN HOUSTON RELOCATION ASSISTANCE MAY BE PROVIDED ON A CASE-BY-CASE BASIS

ONLY NON-SMOKERS WILL BE CONSIDERED

Summary:

The Digital Transformation (DX) Systems Integrator will report to the Digital Transformation Director. The primary purpose of this position is to act as a DX Systems Integrator and deliver DX projects successfully.

Requirements:

Education/Knowledge:

• S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Data Analytics, Controls Engineering or equivalent required
• Official certification or degree in Data Science, is a plus.

Experience/Skills:

• 1 5 years of relevant experience in Data Management, Data Analytics & Systems Integration
• Knowledge and experience with various programming languages e.g., C#, Python, Lua Scripting, etc.
• Knowledge and experience with data integration and messaging protocols e.g., REST API, MQTT, OPC-UA, XML, JSON, etc. is required.
• Knowledge and experience integrating within AWS, MS Azure, Google, and/or other similar Cloud platforms are desirable.
• Knowledge and experience with PowerBI, Tableau, and similar visualization platforms are desirable.
• Knowledge and experience deploying AVEVA PI, Aspen IP.21, and/or other similar OT Data Historians desirable
• Knowledge and experience with PI-AF desirable, for example:
  • PI-AF Element Templates, PI-AF Dashboards, PI-AF Analytics, PI Notifications, PI Event Frames
• Awareness of and some working knowledge of machine learning tools.
• Experience with data-fitting & regression modeling techniques is a plus.

CORE SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

• Candidate should be very good at abstract reasoning, data mining, and data analytics.
• Candidate should be a team player with a passion for continual learning and demonstrated ability to work in a changing environment.
• Be customer-centric while maintaining a balance with business unit requirements.
• Ability to manage and meet client expectations.
• Strong supporter of the organization s goals and objectives.
• Must have extensive Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.) experience.
• Ability to work independently or in a collaborative team environment.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and customer service skills.
• Willingness and experience working in a manufacturing environment is a must.

Responsibilities:

• Act as the trusted advisor for our customers and build rapport for long-term strong relationships.
• Design a functional data architecture to support the customer s long-term DX vision.
• Learn and understand customer requirements and design a solution using one or more products and/or solutions from various Puffer Business Units (BU).
• Capture quantifiable business results (QBRs) delivered by the deployed solutions.
• Design and commission plant as well as corporate data historians.
• Architect and deliver applications for IoT Data - On-prem or Cloud.
• Design, Implement & Test data management and visualization solutions to ensure customer success & satisfaction.
• Develop dashboards and reports for data management solutions per design specifications and configure appropriate access control for distribution.
• Analyze large data lakes and identify complex data patterns to deliver analytical models and actionable recommendations.
• Lead conversations with customers pertaining to Master Data Management (MDM), Asset Hierarchy (AF), and Integration of a variety of data sources.
• Monitor and optimize system performance by conducting hardware and software upgrades/replacements.
• Verify project scope accurately & validate deliverables as early as possible.
• Act as functional project manager for the DX projects and as a team lead in a collaborative effort within various business units.
• Deliver end-user training for admin user(s).
• Assist in the development of business justification use cases to support sales activities, as needed.
• Follow safe work procedures and Company safety policies and procedures, which include but are not limited to:
• Obeying warning signs and postings
• Immediately reporting any injury, accident, or near-miss incidents
• Reporting unsafe hazards and unsafe conditions
• Completing safety training by the due date
• Using personal protective equipment as required by the employer
• Performs related duties as required.

BENEFITS:

• Highly competitive insurance plans
• ESOP with annual contributions and quarterly profit sharing
• 401k with 4% match
• Annual performance bonuses
• Generous PTO
• Private company with a family-like culture - a company people tend to stay with until they retire!