IT Manufacturing Systems Architect

Job Description
This role is within a new plant with production scheduled to begin in the future; We are seeking a highly skilled IT Manufacturing Systems Architect to design and implement cutting-edge solutions that enhance scalability, security, and efficiency across enterprise manufacturing infrastructure.

Why This Role? As an IT Manufacturing Systems Architect, you will lead the development of IT-OT integration strategies, optimize manufacturing systems, and collaborate with leadership to drive transformation. Your expertise will ensure the successful deployment of modern, secure, and scalable manufacturing IT solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define, design, develop, implement, and manage IT architecture and solutions for manufacturing systems, IT-OT integration, security, and enterprise system connectivity.
• Ensure alignment of manufacturing IT architecture with overall IT enterprise strategy.
• Foster innovation through emerging technologies such as Industry 4.0, IIoT, and AI/ML.
• Work closely with senior executives, SMEs, and business stakeholders to understand and implement architectural requirements.

Technology Leadership & Innovation:

• Provide leadership in resolving inter-program and inter-project IT manufacturing challenges.
• Lead the architectural design, development, and deployment of comprehensive solutions across multiple domains.
• Drive proof-of-concept initiatives to evaluate new technology stacks and manufacturing IT trends.
• Evaluate existing manufacturing IT systems for continuous optimization and improvement.

Security & Compliance:

• Implement best practices for OT cybersecurity and IT-OT convergence.
• Ensure all manufacturing IT solutions comply with industry standards and security frameworks.
• Drive IT governance (ARB) with key IT and business stakeholders.

Collaboration & Vendor Management:

• Work with vendors to accelerate IT manufacturing initiatives.
• Integrate MES & ERP systems to streamline enterprise workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure technology solutions meet business and compliance needs.

Requirements:

• Military service required.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• 7 years of experience in a Manufacturing IT architect role (10 years in manufacturing systems).
• 5 years of experience implementing SCADA & PLC platforms.
• Experience with IT-OT integration, OT cybersecurity, and IIoT use cases.
• Hands-on expertise integrating MES and ERP systems.
• Proven track record in IT architecture, IT strategy, and consulting.
• Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks (Zachman, TOGAF preferred).
• Proficiency in cloud technologies (AWS, Azure) and virtualization.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices.
• Experience in large-scale transformation engagements and modern IT deployments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and drive consensus in IT decisions.

Benefits:Full white glove relocation package, benefits package including retirement plan.