Manufacturing Execution System - Solution Architect

Arconic is currently in search of a Manufacturing Execution System - Solution Architect to join our Kawneer Business in Norcross, GA.

At Arconic, we take pride in our work and our innovative products and technologies that advance sustainable solutions for a better world. We strive to create a safe, inclusive, and collaborative workplace with competitive benefits, development opportunities and a culture that values and rewards employees on all levels of the organization.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and Deliver MES technology strategy and solutions to support Ignition software platform-based Manufacturing execution system.
• Understanding project requirements to architect MES Application by using necessary ignition and/or ignition authorized 3rd party modules for use in manufacturing space
• Design and develop IT infrastructure to support MES Application
• Designing control/SCADA systems including databases and database interfaces, data analytics & reporting, scripting (python, etc.) and general programming
• Manage - managed services vendors for IT needs for shopfloor applications
• Provide technical leadership for both application development and architecture design 
• Recommend and implement common systems solutions covering all locations and functions, driving both BCS and Arconic system standards.

You have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in computer science or equivalent experience
• Ignition 8.1 Gold Certification (Inductive Automation)
• Hands on experience in architecting and designing and development of control/ Ignition SCADA systems including databases and database interfaces, Tag Providers, Ignition Edge/ Enterprise, and ignition foundation drivers
• Hands on experience on Ignition Perspective and Python Programming
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Manufacturing domain experience
• Knowledge of industrial control systems
• understanding of back-end computing infrastructure used in manufacturing (compute hardware, virtualization, OS’s, networking, databases, etc.) is a plus.
• Strong issue solving and analysis skills

Arconic Corporation is a leading provider of aluminum sheet, plate and extrusions, as well as innovative architectural products, that advance the automotive, aerospace, commercial transportation, industrial and building and construction markets. Building on more than a century of innovation, Arconic helps to transform the way we fly, drive, and build. 

We live our core values and commit to delivering sustainable value to our customers, our employees, our communities and our stakeholders. 

At Arconic, we: 

Act With Integrity. 

We lead with respect, honesty, transparency and accountability. 

Safeguard our Future. 

We protect and improve the health and safety of our employees, communities and environment. 

Grow Stronger Together. 

We cultivate an inclusive and diverse culture that advocates for equity. 

Earn Customer Loyalty. 

We build customer partnerships through best-in-class products and service. 

Drive Operational Excellence. 

We pursue continuous improvement through innovation, agility, people development and collaboration. 

Create Value. 

We achieve success by generating and growing value for our stakeholders. 

United States Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Arconic is an equal opportunity employer. We take action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.