Systems & Data Automation Engineer

About the role

The Systems & Data Automation Engineer plays a crucial role in integrating and managing data across various platforms in a manufacturing environment. This position involves leading the design, development, and maintenance of software systems that interface with upper-level manufacturing and business data systems, as well as lower-level control systems used for product manufacturing. The engineer is responsible for ensuring reliable data systems that provide critical information for decision-making processes.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and conduct broadly defined technical programs related to data integration and information flow across multiple platforms in a manufacturing environment.
• Support safety, quality, service, and cost initiatives by maintaining data systems and enabling real-time and historical data analytics.
• Adopt and champion company best practices for software and process technologies to facilitate commercialization and value stream improvement.
• Communicate project status and address issues proactively to stakeholders to ensure timely resolution and achievement of project milestones.
• Provide high-level troubleshooting and tactical support for day-to-day manufacturing operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Electrical Engineering from an accredited university, or
• Associate’s degree or higher in a technical field from an accredited institution, combined with eight (8) years of Systems Engineering, Control Systems, IT Analyst, or similar Manufacturing experience in a private, public, government, or military environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a four-year engineering degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Ten (10) combined years of experience in Systems Engineering, Control Systems, IT Analyst, or similar Manufacturing experience.
• Passion for and experience in developing SMART Manufacturing, Data Automation, Industry 4.0, and Connected Manufacturing.
• Efficient database skills including SQL scripts, stored procedures, and SQL reporting tools.
• Experience with MES (Manufacturing Execution System) integration.
• Knowledge of PLCs, SCADA environments, Ethernet and Modbus network communications, Microsoft Development Environment, and Windows operating systems.
• Working experience in cloud-based software architecture and development; IT systems integration; manufacturing IT systems; web and mobile application development.
• Understanding of deployment aspects of upper-level manufacturing and business data systems (SAP, legacy, and other enterprise systems).
• Experience with Symphony AI(Savigent) Workflow Software, WonderWare, SEEQ, Services Oriented Architecture (SOA), big data concept (including Microsoft SQL Server), C#, JavaScript, Python, Web API, REST APIs, ASP.NET MVC, UI development, secure computing concepts, designing cloud native applications, DevOps tooling (such as TFS, Azure DevOps, GitHub, Git, Jenkins, Chef, Puppet).

Skills

• Efficient database skills including SQL scripts, stored procedures, and SQL reporting tools.
• Experience with MES (Manufacturing Execution System) integration.
• Knowledge of PLCs, SCADA environments, Ethernet and Modbus network communications, Microsoft Development Environment, and Windows operating systems.
• Working experience in cloud-based software architecture and development; IT systems integration; manufacturing IT systems; web and mobile application development.
• Understanding of deployment aspects of upper-level manufacturing and business data systems (SAP, legacy, and other enterprise systems).
• Experience with Symphony AI(Savigent) Workflow Software, WonderWare, SEEQ, Services Oriented Architecture (SOA), big data concept (including Microsoft SQL Server), C#, JavaScript, Python, Web API, REST APIs, ASP.NET MVC, UI development, secure computing concepts, designing cloud native applications, DevOps tooling (such as TFS, Azure DevOps, GitHub, Git, Jenkins, Chef, Puppet).

Benefits

At 3M, we offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support your well-being and financial security. These include:

• Competitive pay and benefits package, including base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible.
• Healthcare plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Disability benefits and life insurance.
• Voluntary benefits and paid absences.
• Retail discounts and retirement benefits.

Pay & Benefits

The expected compensation range for this position is $124,127 - $151,710, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.

Company Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

3M is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We strive to create an environment free from discrimination and harassment, and we actively seek to recruit and retain a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to driving innovation and achieving our goals. We are dedicated to creating an equitable workplace where every employee has the opportunity to reach their full potential.