Digital Manufacturing Engineer

HARTING Technology Group; Illinois; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Digital Manufacturing Engineer, where you'll drive innovation in industrial connectivity. In this role, you will manage technical projects, enhance manufacturing processes, and work with cutting-edge technologies like MES, SCADA, and SQL databases. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off and professional development opportunities. Be part of a family-owned business that values community and innovation, and make a significant impact in the digital transformation of manufacturing.

Benefits

Paid Time Off: 21 days

Health Insurance Options

401(k) with 4% match

Tuition Reimbursement

Fitness Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Disability Coverage

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing operations technology.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical projects, including budgets and timelines.
• Develop and support manufacturing systems such as MES and QMS.
• Integrate OT systems with enterprise solutions using REST API.

Skills

Manufacturing Experience

SQL Databases

Cloud-based Data Analytics

OT Integration Technologies

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Technology

Tools

MES

QMS

PLCs

SCADA

Data Historians

CMMS

REST API

Job description

HARTING: Connecting the World

HARTING stands for strong connections across the globe. As a leading international supplier of industrial connectivity, we are connecting customers to their digital future. We employ around 6,000 people at our headquarters in Espelkamp and worldwide, fostering a culture of innovation in IoT and artificial intelligence. We are a regionally connected family business grounded in our roots, committed to technological excellence and community.

Career Opportunity: Digital Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Elgin, Illinois

Join HARTING, a leader in connectivity products and custom solutions. We are seeking a Digital Manufacturing Engineer to partner with global and regional teams on implementing digital solutions in IIOT/SC/OT. Reporting to the Digitalization and Automation Lead, you will help further digitalize our manufacturing facility.

About HARTING

We aim to be a trusted advisor to our customers and a go-to source for industrial connectivity solutions. We collaborate with OEMs and distribution partners on standard and value-added products, as well as product development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage technical projects, including requirements, budgets, timelines, and changes.
• Utilize technology to drive manufacturing improvements.
• Lead workshops with sites and stakeholders to understand manufacturing requirements.
• Develop, deploy, and support manufacturing systems such as MES, QMS, PLCs, SCADA, Data Historians, CMMS, and computer vision.
• Work with SQL databases, writing complex queries and procedures.
• Apply OT integration technologies like OPC and MQTT.
• Design and develop cloud-based data analytics and reports.
• Integrate OT systems with enterprise solutions using REST API.
• Travel up to 10% as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or Industrial Technology.
• 3-5 years of manufacturing experience supporting operations technology.

About HARTING Americas

We are a subsidiary of HARTING Technology Group, a German-based global leader in industrial connectivity. With over 75 years of history, we develop durable, reliable products for various market segments, including machinery, robotics, automation, transportation, and data centers.

Our Culture and Benefits

As a family-owned company, we value community, innovation, and fun. We offer an attractive total compensation package and employee benefits, including:

• Competitive salary: $80,000 - $100,000, plus a 5% discretionary annual bonus.
• Paid Time Off: 21 days to start, increasing to 36 days.
• Health insurance options, life insurance, disability coverage.
• Paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, fitness programs.
• 401(k) with a 4% match, fully vested.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a growing, global, family-owned company.
• Support your professional development through continuing education.
• Contribute to community through volunteer programs.
• Enjoy company events, celebrations, and wellness initiatives.
• Benefit from paid holidays and a generous PTO policy.

Location: Illinois, United States