MFG Solution Architect

Role Title: MFG Solution Architect
City: Dallas, TX - Hybrid
Duration: Long term

Mandatory Skills: Deep knowledge of Manufacturing operations, industrial automation, and enterprise systems integration (such as MES, ERP, PLM, SCADA)
Role Description Skills: Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate with business stakeholders, engineers, and IT teams to define solution requirements aligned with manufacturing strategy.
Design scalable, secure, and efficient solutions integrating shop floor systems (e.g., MES, SCADA) with enterprise applications (e.g., ERP, PLM, QMS).
Lead solution design for smart factory initiatives, including IoT, data analytics, and digital twin technologies.
Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, tools, and vendors for manufacturing systems.
Ensure solutions comply with enterprise architecture standards, cybersecurity, and regulatory requirements.
Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout project lifecycles-from conceptual design to implementation.
Support process mapping, gap analysis, and system configuration in coordination with cross-functional teams.
Create and maintain architectural documentation including system blueprints, data flow diagrams, and integration patterns.
Identify and mitigate risks associated with solution design and delivery. Stay current with trends in Industry 4.0, manufacturing technologies, and digital transformation.

Qualifications: Education:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field (Master's preferred).
Experience: 10+ years of experience in IT, systems integration, or enterprise architecture roles.
5+ years of experience specifically in manufacturing or industrial automation environments.

Technical Skills:
Deep understanding of manufacturing operations and technologies (e.g., MES, SCADA, PLCs, HMI, DCS).
Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).
Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and edge computing.
Knowledge of data modeling, integration patterns (e.g., APIs, middleware, OPC-UA), and cybersecurity in OT/IT environments.
Experience with Industry 4.0 technologies: IIoT, predictive maintenance, digital twins, etc.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Certifications:
TOGAF, or other architecture frameworks.
Certifications in MES or ERP platforms (e.g., SAP PP/ME, Rockwell, Siemens).
PMP or Agile project management certifications.