Sr. Manufacturing & Digitalization Architect (IL) (1395)

Hyundai Translead

Illinois

Hybrid

USD 97,920 - 117,470

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage with 100% Company Paid Premiums
401K plan with 4% Employer Matching
Flexible Spending Accounts
Grocery Allowance
Pet Insurance

Job summary

Hyundai Translead is looking for a Sr. Manufacturing & Digitalization Architect to lead digital manufacturing initiatives at their new facility in Joliet, IL. The role involves designing integrations between manufacturing systems and supporting AI/ML applications to enhance operational performance. A bachelor's degree and 5+ years in manufacturing automation are required. Located in Illinois, this role will start remote and transition to onsite once the facility is operational. Competitive pay and benefits package available.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in manufacturing automation or AI/ML applications.
  • Experience in supporting digitalization initiatives within manufacturing.
  • Proven background in project coordination and system integration.

Responsibilities

  • Lead digitalization initiatives for improved performance and visibility.
  • Design system integrations between manufacturing systems and automation.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on digital solutions.

Skills

Manufacturing automation
AI/ML use cases
Cross-functional collaboration
Process optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience

Tools

SAP manufacturing
MES integration
Cloud manufacturing systems

Job description

Sr. Manufacturing & Digitalization Architect (IL) (1395)

We believe the future of our organization lies within the hearts and capabilities of our team members. We respect diversity and will continuously strive to be a respected global corporate citizen.

Heavily invested in R&D and engineering, we also recognize that our customers require much more than just our state‑of‑the‑art trailer solutions. Hyundai Translead is committed to delivering innovation beyond the product to positively impact the trailer owning lifecycle.

This position is for our new manufacturing facility in Joliet will initially be employed by Hyundai Translead's corporate office and will be remote from the State of Illinois to support the launch of the Company’s new manufacturing facility before transitioning to full time, onsite once the facility is operational.

Pay Range: $97,920 - $117,470 annually

Exciting benefits await at our company:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage with 100% Company Paid Premiums
  • 401K plan with 4% Employer Matching
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for added financial flexibility
  • Grocery Allowance to support your well‑being
  • Pet Insurance for your furry companions

Join us and enjoy these fantastic perks!

Job Summary

The Sr. Manufacturing & Digitalization Architect is responsible for designing, enabling, and advancing digital manufacturing capabilities across production environments. This role drives digitalization initiatives that integrate automation, robotics, AI applications, and manufacturing systems to improve operational performance, data integrity, and manufacturing outcomes.

The position supports process optimization, system integration, and Industry 4.0 initiatives by partnering with manufacturing, IT, quality, and engineering stakeholders to deliver scalable, reliable digital manufacturing solutions aligned with operational excellence objectives.

Essential Functions
  • Lead and support digitalization initiatives across manufacturing environments to improve performance, quality, and operational visibility
  • Design and support system integration between manufacturing systems, including MES integration, SAP manufacturing, automation platforms, and production quality systems
  • Support process optimization efforts using data‑driven approaches, automation, robotics, and digital tools
  • Enable and support AI applications, including predictive quality, anomaly detection, and advanced analytics use cases in manufacturing operations
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to implement automation and robotics solutions aligned with manufacturing and quality objectives
  • Ensure data integrity across manufacturing and digital systems to enable reliable analytics and decision‑making
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives through digital transformation and advanced manufacturing technologies
  • Operate within established governance and standards to support operational excellence and Industry 4.0 maturity
  • Serve as a senior technical resource for manufacturing digitalization, system integration, and automation initiatives
  • Lead implementation of AI/ML use cases, including predictive quality and anomaly detection
  • Support process optimization initiatives using advanced analytics and digital manufacturing systems
  • Collaborate across manufacturing, IT, quality, and engineering teams on complex digital solutions
  • Other duties as assigned
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of experience supporting manufacturing automation, AI/ML use cases, production quality systems, and cross‑functional projects
  • Demonstrated experience with incident resolution, systems administration support, and compliance standards in manufacturing systems
Preferred Education and Experience Requirements
  • Experience supporting Industry 4.0 and smart factory technologies
  • Exposure to QMS integrations, PLC/HMI awareness, IoT sensors, and analytics platforms
  • Experience with cloud manufacturing systems and advanced data platforms
  • Manufacturing experience in automotive or heavy industrial environments
  • Strong background in project coordination and cross‑functional collaboration
Language Requirement
  • None
Travel Requirements
  • Up to 10%

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Hyundai Translead is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you require accommodation to complete Hyundai Translead's employment application, please reach out to HR@hyundaitranslead.com

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position they are hired for.

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