Smart Factory Senior Systems Engineer

Summary/Purpose The purpose of this position is to support the development and implementation of Smart Factory capabilities in.  Activities include collaborating with manufacturing staff to identify relevant production information to be automatically measured, collected, analyzed, visualized and reported to lead to improvements in product or process capability and efficiency.  Scope of activities include design/support of plant floor IT infrastructure, application management, implementation of cloud technology, implementation of plant floor data acquisition. Areas of investigation include Internet of Everything implementation, plant floor computer systems, cloud computing and other Industry 4.0 technologies. Regional scope of this position is all business units in NA with strong tie-in with JTEKT Japan and JEU.    Essential Duties and Accountabilities:  •    Identify, investigate and assess leading edge Industry 4.0 technologies to advance core capabilities; •    Develop the hardware/software for custom IoE devices and systems; •    Support the implementation of automated production data collection; •    Customize and implement manufacturing traceability and associated software used in eGLboards, manufacturing process visualization, data storage and production analytics; •    Manage company-wide production databases used in production analytics and visualization;  •    Develop plant/machine networking strategy to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency/capability •    Provide plant support as needed to resolve critical malfunctions •    Supervisory Responsibilities:•    This position will have no direct reports.  Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:   •    Experience designing, implementing, and managing cloud infrastructure and computing solutions that ensure security compliance and optimized performance. •    Proven knowledge in the development, creation and management of databases and data storage environments •    Knowledge of manufacturing management systems (MES, manufacturing process data acquisition)  •    Experience with custom software development using modern languages, developer tools, and practices •    Experience with MS/linux operating system management and scripting •    Experience and knowledge of computer/machine networking concepts, implementation, troubleshooting •    Work effectively and cooperatively across organizations and departments to meet goals •    Proven ability to properly manage own tasks and deliverables  Other Desirable Skills and Experience  •    Knowledge and experience with manufacturing traceability and process controls software implementation •    Understanding and experience with automated machine controls and PLC programming •    Knowledge of the JTEKT Production System and the “JTEKT WAY”  •    Deep understanding of statistical methods, data analysis and manufacturing process validation;  Education and Experience:  •    BS/MS in computer science/engineering, engineering, informational systems or comparable education •    5 years’ supporting networked computer systems and software •    7 years’ experience developing custom applications used in manufacturing operations  Work Environment/Physical Demands:   The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. •    Work is mostly performed in a normal office setting with minimal exposure to health or safety hazards, and with substantial time spent working on a computer. Requires sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate computer keyboard and other office equipment. •    The performance of this position will require exposure to manufacturing areas which require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields and mandatory hearing protection. •    Travel by automobile and plane is required, both nationally and internationally.  Expected 25-50% of time. Employee may perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.