Senior Manager, Solutions Architect - Manufacturing & Plant Operations

Altria Group, Inc.; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 133,000 - 202,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Relocation benefits

PTO & holidays

Job summary

Altria Group, Inc. in Richmond, VA seeks a Senior Manager, Solutions Architect for Manufacturing & Plant Operations to lead architecture across MES platforms, OT/IT convergence, and enterprise integrations. You will own designs, drive vendor evaluations, and guide transitions from design through run.

The role demands 10+ years in IT with 5+ years as a solution/technical architect, Azure expertise, and strong leadership within a federated EA model. Hybrid work and relocation benefits are cited.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field or equivalent professional experience.
• 10+ years of information technology experience, including 5+ years as a solution architect.
• Hands-on architecture experience with manufacturing execution platforms like TrakSYS, Wonderware, or similar environments.
• Knowledge of control-system and OT integration using OPC, Kepware, Wonderware DAS, RSLinx, and industrial historian technologies.
• Experience integrating plant systems with SAP for production confirmations, goods movements, inventory, and related processes.
• Understanding of IIoT architecture, OT/IT convergence, and plant-floor security requirements.
• Microsoft Azure experience including landing zones, platform-as-service, identity services, and API-led integration.

Responsibilities

• Architect manufacturing execution capabilities across MES platforms.
• Design control-system integrations using OPC technologies and historians.
• Define production quality, traceability, genealogy, scheduling, and OEE capabilities.
• Develop IIoT integration patterns linking plant equipment to enterprise systems.
• Direct integrations between plant-floor systems, WMS, and SAP for production workflows.
• Own high-level designs and cross-platform integration patterns across architecture lifecycle phases.
• Lead vendor evaluations, POC, and solution assessments aligned with enterprise standards.
• Prepare Architecture Review Board submissions and support transition from design to run.

Skills

Solution Architecture

Manufacturing IT

Azure cloud

TOGAF

OPC/IIoT

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

TrakSYS

Wonderware

Kepware

RSLinx

Wonderware DAS

OPC

Job description

Senior Manager, Solutions Architect - Manufacturing & Plant Operations Job Description Job Alerts Link Job Title: Senior Manager, Solutions Architect - Manufacturing & Plant Operations Req Id: 3382 Work Model: Hybrid Company: Altria Client Services State/Province: Virginia Job Description:

Together We Innovate. Together We Change.

Want to lead the technology architecture of that powers the plant floor of Fortune 500 company, bringing together manufacturing execution, equipment management, shop-floor controls, and ASRS technologies to optimize production, material flow, and operational performance.Begin a role where you will take ownership from day one, solve critical OT and IT challenges, and deliver solutions with lasting enterprise impact.This position is in Richmond, VA with a hybrid work schedule. Relocation benefits will be provided.

We are currently seeking aSenior Manager, Solutions Architecture - Manufacturing & Plant Operations to lead architecture for our Manufacturing and Plant Operations Functioning within a federated Enterprise Architecture framework, you will be responsible for the architecture supporting production, control, storage, and OT/IT integration. You will provide decision-ready builds that enable manufacturing delivery teams to complete tasks successfully.

What you will be doing:

• Architecting manufacturing execution system capabilities across TrakSYS, Wonderware, and custom platforms.
• Designing control-system integrations using OPC technologies, Kepware, Wonderware DAS, RSLinx, and industrial historians.
• Defining production quality, compliance, traceability, genealogy, scheduling, sequencing, and overall equipment effectiveness capabilities.
• Developing Industrial Internet of Things integration patterns that connect plant equipment, manufacturing platforms, and enterprise systems.
• Directing integrations between plant-floor systems, warehouse management platforms, and SAP related to production confirmations, handling goods movements, and inventory management.
• Owning high-level designs and cross-platform integration patterns throughout the Define and Design phases of the architecture lifecycle.
• Leading vendor evaluations, product selections, proofs of concept, and solution assessments for alignment with enterprise standards and technology roadmaps.
• Preparing Architecture Review Board submissions, resolving findings, conducting post-implementation reviews, and supporting the transition from solution design through build and run.

We want you to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 10+ years of information technology experience, including 5+ years as a solution architect or technical architect.
• Hands-on architecture experience with manufacturing execution platforms like TrakSYS, Wonderware, or other similar manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of control-system and OT integration using OPC, Kepware, Wonderware DAS, RSLinx, and industrial historian technologies.
• Experience integrating plant systems with SAP for production confirmations, goods movements, inventory, and related manufacturing processes.
• Understanding of Industrial Internet of Things architecture, OT/IT convergence, warehouse management systems such as Blue Yonder, and plant-floor security requirements.
• Hands-on Microsoft Azure experience, including landing zones, platform-as-a-service capabilities, identity services, cloud solution blueprinting, and API-led integration using Azure API Management or an integration platform as a service solution.
• Knowledge of architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, experience operating within a federated Enterprise Architecture model, and strong communication and partner leadership skills.

The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The Salary Range for this position is: $132,500.00 - $202,100.00.

Why You’ll Love Building Your Career at Altria

At Altria, we believe a great career starts with feeling supported — both at work and in life. Here’s what you’ll find here:

• Work where connection and flexibility meet — enjoy the benefits of in-person collaboration three days a week (Tuesday - Thursday), while maintaining the flexibility to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Our hybrid approach empowers you to stay connected, collaborate with colleagues, and manage your schedule in a way that works best for you.
• Own your time — start with 15 days of paid time off, 13 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, and a 37.5-hour workweek so you can recharge and live fully.
• A place where you belong — where your ideas are welcomed, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real.
• Get recognized for your work — annual merit increases and performance bonus.
• A future you can count on — 401(k) matching from day one; plus Deferred Profit Sharing, an annual company contribution in an amount equal to 13%–17% of your base salary.
• Help with your goals — get help with student loan repayment assistance, attend a conference, or gain a new certification with professional development stipends.
• Support for what matters most — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Celebrating your milestones — paid parental and bonding leave for life’s biggest moments.
• Wellness that goes beyond work — programs that care for your whole well-being at whatever stage you are in your life.
• A culture that gives back — paid volunteer days and a shared commitment to making a difference.

At Altria, we offer more than benefits — we offer a career that fits your life, rewards your ambition, and celebrates your impact.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Altria is a Fortune 500 company that has a leading portfolio of products for U.S. adult tobacco and nicotine consumers 21+. For decades we’ve been leaders in the tobacco industry, but the industry is evolving - and so are we. Our Vision is Moving Beyond Smoking™.

At Altria, we celebrate the power of diverse teams working together to shape our future. Each Altria company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing individuals with criminal records, including formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals with conviction records, a fair chance at employment. Join us as we work together to shape a better future for adult tobacco consumers, our employees, and our shareholders.

Altria is the parent company of Philip Morris USA, John Middleton, U.S. Smokeless Tobacco, Helix Innovations, and NJOY. Altria complements its tobacco portfolio with equity investments in Anheuser-Busch InBev and Cronos Group.

Learn more about Altria at www.altria.com and follow us on LinkedIn .

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