Senior Software System Engineer

Where you come in:

• Provide day-to-day software development and technical support for manufacturing software systems, including MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) integration, SCADA platforms, SQL Server databases, and related factory applications.
• Design, develop, and maintain manufacturing software solutions, including database structures, data pipelines, and application integrations that support digital factory initiatives.
• Develop system designs and architecture artifacts (e.g., UML diagrams, interface specifications, and system documentation) to support software development and system integration.
• Support continuous software improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance system performance, user experience, data integrity, and operational efficiency across manufacturing platforms.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software-related production issues in a timely manner to minimize manufacturing downtime and ensure continuity of manufacturing operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Engineering, Quality, IT, and Production to identify root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions for software and system anomalies.
• Develop and maintain SQL Server database solutions, including queries, stored procedures, views, and data integrations to support manufacturing operations and analytics.
• Support software deployments, configuration updates, system integrations, and application enhancements within manufacturing environments.
• Participate in software validation, verification, and change control processes in regulated manufacturing environments.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of technical documentation, system architecture documentation, development standards, and support procedures.
• Investigate using AI tools to speed up all aspects of the development process.
• This position assumes and performs other duties as assigned.

What makes you successful:

• 5+ years of experience supporting manufacturing or industrial software systems (e.g., SCADA, LabVIEW applications, C#, database-driven applications).
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze and resolve complex technical issues in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and production environments (e.g., GMP, lean manufacturing, Six Sigma principles).
• Proficiency in SQL and database management
• Familiarity with software deployment tools, system monitoring, and version control practices.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams including IT, R&D, Engineering, Quality, and Production.
• Familiarity and have practical experience with industry standards related to manufacturing operations including ISA-95
• Knowledge of FDA regulations such as 21 CFR Part 11
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to document technical issues and communicate with both technical and non-technical users.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with relational databases
• Experience with SW V&V of Automated systems on the factory floor.
• Proven ability to multi-task, prioritize projects, and maintain timelines.
• Detail oriented and organized.

Experience and Education Requirements:

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline, and a minimum of 5-8 years related experience or Master’s degree and 2-5 years equivalent industry experience or a PhD and 0-2 years experience.