Systems Engineer

K; Georgetown (KY); On-site; USD 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

K. is seeking a Systems Engineer to support mission-critical manufacturing applications across eight North American facilities in Georgetown, KY.

You will focus on uptime, troubleshooting, Windows Server and SQL administration, software upgrades, and security/compliance for reliable manufacturing systems. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Windows Server administration, SQL databases, networking, and software/application support within a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of engineering, software engineering, systems engineering, or application support experience.
• Experience with Windows Server (2016 or newer).
• Experience with Windows 10/11, Microsoft SQL Server, networking fundamentals, IT infrastructure and system administration.
• Knowledge of network architecture, cybersecurity, Active Directory / account management, server administration.
• 2+ years of project coordination or project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain manufacturing application systems across multiple North American facilities.
• Troubleshoot application, server, and PC issues.
• Deploy quarterly software upgrades and validate system functionality.
• Perform Windows Server patching and validation.
• Support cybersecurity, access control, and IT compliance initiatives.
• Administer Windows Server environments and SQL databases.
• Support system architecture, networking, and infrastructure improvements.
• Manage application testing, traceability, and validation activities.
• Coordinate with engineering, IT, and manufacturing teams in North America and Japan.
• Support project planning, procurement, implementation, and progress tracking.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

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

Tools

Windows Server 2016+

Windows 10/11

Microsoft SQL Server

Networking fundamentals

IT infrastructure

Job description

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Georgetown, KY, US

Salary Range: $55.00 To $65.00 Hourly

About the Role

Systems Engineer to support mission-critical manufacturing applications used across eight North American manufacturing facilities. This position focuses on maintaining system uptime, troubleshooting applications, supporting Windows server infrastructure, validating software upgrades, and ensuring manufacturing systems remain secure and reliable.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in Windows Server administration, SQL databases, networking, and software/application support within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain manufacturing application systems across multiple North American facilities.
• Troubleshoot application, server, and PC issues.
• Deploy quarterly software upgrades and validate system functionality.
• Perform Windows Server patching and validation.
• Support cybersecurity, access control, and IT compliance initiatives.
• Administer Windows Server environments and SQL databases.
• Support system architecture, networking, and infrastructure improvements.
• Manage application testing, traceability, and validation activities.
• Coordinate with engineering, IT, and manufacturing teams in North America and Japan.
• Support project planning, procurement, implementation, and progress tracking.
• Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of engineering, software engineering, systems engineering, or application support experience.
• Experience with:
  • Windows Server (2016 or newer)
  • Windows 10/11
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • Networking fundamentals
  • IT infrastructure and system administration
• Knowledge of:
  • Network architecture
  • Cybersecurity
  • Active Directory / account management
  • Server administration
• 2+ years of project coordination or project management experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience supporting manufacturing or industrial systems.
• Knowledge of:
  • PLC I/O
  • Ethernet/IP
  • ControlNet
  • DeviceNet
  • FL-net
• Experience with .NET technologies.
• Experience supporting enterprise applications in manufacturing environments.