Lead IT Infrastructure Architect (Manufacturing)

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water. We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource. What we do: For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead. The Lead IT Infrastructure Architect provides architectural leadership across key infrastructure domains, ensuring solutions are reliable, secure, scalable, and aligned to organizational priorities. This role partners closely with infrastructure engineering, cybersecurity, plant operations, enterprise applications, and business stakeholders to design and recommend technical solutions that improve performance and support manufacturing and enterprise needs. The architect plays a critical role in shaping infrastructure direction within assigned domains, developing architecture patterns, and guiding major modernization initiatives. This position collaborates with leadership to evaluate technologies, support the development of standards, and ensure designs align with established architectural principles. This position reports to VP, IT Infrastructure & Operations. Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities: Develop architecture designs, patterns, and recommendations for key infrastructure domains, including: End User Computing (EUC): endpoints, collaboration tools, device lifecycle, mobility, management platforms Internal Data Centers: compute, storage, virtualization, backup and recovery Cloud Platforms (Azure/AWS): solution designs, hybrid integrations, governance considerations Enterprise Networking: LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, Wi-Fi, segmentation, routing, connectivity standards Operational Optimization: recommendations for process improvement, efficiency, and simplification Contribute to the development of infrastructure technology roadmaps within assigned functional areas. Participate in design reviews and help ensure architectural integrity and alignment with organizational guidelines. Evaluate new technologies and support proofs-of-concept to determine business fit and value. Manufacturing & OT Integration Partner with plant operations and OT engineering teams to design secure and reliable infrastructure solutions supporting MES, SCADA, PLCs, automation, sensors, and IIoT platforms. Support the development of IT/OT segmentation approaches, resilient connectivity models, and cybersecurity guardrails. Contribute architectural expertise to smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0 initiatives. Cloud, Datacenter, & Hybrid Platforms Design hybrid infrastructure solutions integrating cloud services with on-premises environments. Recommend modernization opportunities in compute, storage, hosting platforms, container platforms, and automation. Ensure architectures support high availability, disaster recovery, and operational reliability goals. Security, Compliance & Risk Management Ensure solution designs align to Zero Trust principles and relevant frameworks (NIST, CIS). Work with Information Security to evaluate risks, apply hardening standards, and support remediation planning. Provide architectural input into backup, disaster recovery, and resilience initiatives. Leadership & Technical Direction Serve as a senior technical contributor and advisor to engineers within network, cloud, EUC, and infrastructure teams. Provide mentorship, knowledge sharing, and architectural direction during design and implementation phases. Support vendor assessments, technology evaluations, and solution comparisons. Collaborate with system integrators and service providers to ensure solution alignment with architectural guidance. Business Engagement Work closely with operations, engineering, and business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into well-architected technical solutions. Contribute technical assessments during M&A due diligence and support integration planning. Communicate architectural considerations, risks, and recommendations to functional leaders and project teams. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent experience. Minimum of 7 years of progressive IT infrastructure experience, with at least 3 years in architecture or senior engineering roles. Experience supporting manufacturing environments and OT technologies. Strong expertise in multiple infrastructure domains: Networking (LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, segmentation, Zero Trust) Virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V) Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) Datacenter systems, storage, backup, and recovery End User Computing platforms Identity & Access Management (Active Directory, Entra ID, IAM frameworks) IT security architecture and compliance Proven ability to design secure, scalable, and resilient enterprise infrastructure solutions. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree or professional certifications such as TOGAF, Azure Architect Expert, AWS Solutions Architect, CISSP, CCNP/CCIE. Experience with MES, SCADA, IIoT, industrial automation systems, or similar plant-floor technologies. Direct experience in multi-site manufacturing environments. Experience leading infrastructure modernization and cloud transformation initiatives. General Applicable Company Competencies Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency. Punctuality and dependability. Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions. Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts. Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees. Adherence to Watts’ seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action. Working Conditions: While performing the job duties, you will be working remotely in an office environment. You may be required to occasionally travel to and work in the office at the Andover, MA location for meetings, trainings, or as otherwise required by Company management. Physical Requirements: Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to: Ability to remain seated/standing at a desk or workstation for extended periods. Ability to perform repetitive tasks like typing on a keyboard or using a mouse for extended periods. Ability to read documents and communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, with management, coworkers, and third parties. Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, and copiers. Ability to physically move around the office and occasionally lift and carry light objects, such as office supplies, documents, or small equipment. The expected salary range for this position is $145,000-160,000 annually. Actual compensation will be dependent upon individual skills, experience, qualifications, and applicable laws. Nothing in this job description restricts Watts’ right to assign or reassign duties, responsibilities, or change the working hours/conditions for this position at any time. This position is “at will,” which means that either the employee or Watts may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any lawful reason. #LI (Remote) Watts in it for you: Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles. Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/ How we work: At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success. And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water. Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources. Watts Water is a global leader of quality water solutions for residential, industrial, municipal, and commercial settings. Our family of brands offers some of the most varied product lines in the world, with world-class, water-related solutions focused on: Drainage and Water Reuse HVAC and Hot Water Plumbing and Flow Control Water Quality and Rainwater Harvesting We are a $1.9 billion global company, listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) with a presence in five (5) continents and twenty-four (24) countries, and an employee population that speaks over eighteen (18) languages. As a people-first company, we prize enriching and caring for all who work here not only through words but through actions. This includes executing our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategy, and providing our employees with meaningful career growth opportunities, a positive and safe work environment, and affirmation that they are heard, valued, and respected. We are proud to be an organization that believes that a safer world is a more sustainable world – a belief that we proudly reflect in each of our technologies and solutions and our environmental and social commitments, such as our partnership with Planet Water Foundation. Learn more about the Watts way, here. Specialties Plumbing, HVAC, Water Quality, and Gas Headquarters Americas & Corporate Headquarters: North Andover, Massachusetts, USA Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa (APMEA) Headquarters: Shanghai, China Company Size About 5,000 employees Website http://www.watts.com/ http://www.wattsindustries.com/ http://www.wattsasia.com/ Industry Machinery Founded 1874

Salary : $145,000 - $160,000