Senior Platform Architect (Minnesota – Hybrid)
A leading global industrial technology company is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Systems Architect to help modernize and scale digital manufacturing platforms across its global operations.
This organization designs and manufactures mission-critical infrastructure used in data centers, industrial systems, and advanced technology environments. With rapid growth driven by the global expansion of AI and cloud infrastructure, the company is investing heavily in Industry 4.0 capabilities.
Role Overview
This leader will architect and scale Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and related digital platforms across multiple manufacturing sites worldwide. The role begins with stabilizing and optimizing an existing MES ecosystem before evolving into the enterprise architect responsible for global platform strategy.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
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High-impact role tied to the AI data center infrastructure boom
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Visibility to senior technology leadership
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Opportunity to design global manufacturing architecture
Responsibilities
Architect and integrate MES with ERP, SCADA, and cloud analytics platforms Enable manufacturing data visibility, traceability, and operational efficiency Lead platform governance and lifecycle management across global sites Support digital transformation initiatives tied to AI-driven infrastructure demand
Desired Skills and Experience
5+ years working with MES or manufacturing systems Experience integrating ERP / SCADA / industrial automation platforms Manufacturing or industrial engineering environment experience Knowledge of Python, SQL, or data analytics platforms
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