Sr. Manufacturing Solutions Engineer

Teknor Apex; Pawtucket (RI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Responsibilities include integrating ERP/MES/CRM systems, creating dashboards, and ensuring alignment with technology strategy. On-site role in Pawtucket with travel, and collaboration across Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/SE/IS or related field.
• 5+ years of software development experience.
• Experience designing and developing enterprise software applications.
• Strong proficiency in C#, .NET, Python, Java, JavaScript, or TypeScript.
• Experience with SQL databases, REST APIs, and system integrations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain custom software applications supporting manufacturing and business operations.
• Lead the architecture and technical design of enterprise applications, integrations, and data solutions.
• Develop web, desktop, mobile, cloud, and API-based solutions as required by business needs.
• Establish software development standards, coding practices, and documentation requirements.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, maintainable, and aligned with company technology strategies.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, and other functions to identify digital transformation opportunities.
• Develop and support integrations between ERP, MES, quality, warehouse, and production systems.
• Serve as the technical lead for software development projects and mentor developers and analysts.
• Design and develop data solutions, dashboards, reporting tools, and analytics platforms.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Establish documentation standards, knowledge transfer processes, and application support models.

Skills

C#

.NET

Python

Java

JavaScript/TypeScript

SQL

REST APIs

System Integrations

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Azure

AWS

Power Platform

Power BI

Inductive Automation Ignition

Job description

Teknor Apex is a global provider of compounding solutions, driven by technical expertise, customer focus, innovation, partnership, sustainability, and integrity. With operations across North America, Europe, and Asia, we bring together global talent and capabilities to deliver customized solutions for customers worldwide.

The Sr. Manufacturing Solutions Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and supporting software solutions that improve business processes, manufacturing operations, quality systems, supply chain performance, and operational efficiency across the organization. This role serves as both a technical leader and hands-on developer, partnering with stakeholders throughout the business to identify opportunities and deliver innovative software solutions that drive measurable value.

The ideal candidate combines strong software engineering expertise with an understanding of industrial and manufacturing environments needs, enabling them to translate operational challenges into scalable digital solutions from beginning to end.

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain custom software applications supporting manufacturing and business operations.
• Lead the architecture and technical design of enterprise applications, integrations, and data solutions.
• Develop web, desktop, mobile, cloud, and API-based solutions as required by business needs.
• Establish software development standards, coding practices, and documentation requirements.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, maintainable, and aligned with company technology strategies.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, and other business functions to identify opportunities for digital transformation.
• Develop and support integrations between ERP, MES, quality, warehouse, and production systems.
• Serve as the technical lead for software development projects and mentor developers and analysts.
• Design and develop data solutions, dashboards, reporting tools, and analytics platforms.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Establish documentation standards, knowledge transfer processes, and application support models that reduce key-person dependency and improve long-term supportability of internally developed software.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, software platforms, frameworks, and development tools using established architectural standards to support current and future business objectives.
• Manage technical debt by proactively identifying opportunities to improve application architecture, performance, maintainability, and long-term sustainability.
• Lead secure application design and governance for integrations with enterprise systems, cloud platforms, external AI services, and third-party technologies while ensuring compliance with cybersecurity and data governance standards.
• Establish and enforce software engineering standards, coding practices, development methodologies, documentation requirements, code review processes, and quality expectations across all internally developed applications.
• Govern the software development lifecycle, including source control, versioning, release management, deployment practices, and change governance to ensure reliable and repeatable software delivery.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
• 5+ years of software development experience.
• Experience designing and developing enterprise software applications.
• Strong proficiency in C#, .NET, Python, Java, JavaScript, or TypeScript.
• Experience with SQL databases, REST APIs, and system integrations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset

Work Schedule and Location:

• Typical schedule: Monday-Friday, standard business hours
• On-site in Pawtucket, RI
• Travel Required ( up to 20%)

Preferred Skills

• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or process-driven environments.
• Experience integrating ERP, MES, CRM, or enterprise systems.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure or AWS cloud platforms.
• Experience with Power Platform, Power BI, or low-code development tools.
• Experience with AI, machine learning, automation, or advanced analytics.
• Experience with industrial protocols, IoT technologies, or operational technology environments.
• Experience leading technical teams or mentoring developers.
• Preferred experience with Inductive Automation Ignition platform, including application development, visualization, SCADA/MES integration, scripting, and industrial data solutions.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs
• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone