Digital Process Automation Engineer

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family! The Automation team at Charter Casting is hiring a Digital Process Automation Engineer!

Alternative Job Titles:

Manufacturing Automation Engineer, MES & Automation Engineer, OT Systems Automation Engineer, Digital Automation Engineer, Manufacturing Systems Engineer Charter Casting is a U.S.-based manufacturer of large complex iron castings and DuraBar®, the industry's leading continuous cast iron bar. Charter Casting is a member of the Charter Manufacturing family of companies.

Job Summary:

Play a key role in advancing digital manufacturing by designing and delivering integrated solutions that improve plant operations and business processes. You will partner with Operations, Engineering, and cross-functional teams to turn process improvement opportunities into scalable solutions across MES, software automation platforms, and analytics environments.

Position specifics:

Location:

Woodstock IL Work Model:

Onsite Travel:

Up to 10% to other Charter Manufacturing facilities

Relocation:

Relocation benefits available Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Charter Manufacturing is unable to sponsor for employment visas at this time.

Key responsibilities:

Design, develop, and enhance MES solutions, production workflows, and system integrations. Integrate OT systems with ERP and other enterprise platforms. Develop and deploy end-to-end automation solutions using software automation platforms. Analyze processes, identify improvement opportunities, and deliver scalable digital solutions. Lead multiple concurrent process optimization initiatives across OT systems and automation platforms. Build scalable automation workflows and reusable components. Develop dashboards and analytics solutions that support process improvement. Partner with Operations, Engineering, and cross-functional stakeholders to define requirements and deliver solutions. Mentor junior team members and support citizen developers. Ensure adherence to SDLC, governance, security, and compliance standards. Support deployment, commissioning, and validation in production environments. Maintain data integrity, consistency, documentation, version control, and solution traceability. Drive user adoption and support change management for new solutions. Follow Environmental, Quality, and Safety Management System requirements. Support systems operating in a 24/7 manufacturing environment as needed. What you'll need: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent experience 3-6 years of experience in automation, OT systems, or software development Experience with programming languages (C#, Python, JavaScript, SQL, or similar) Experience with either MES systems or software automation platforms Experience with GenAI platforms and tools Experience integrating systems using APIs, databases, and automation tools Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills Nice to haves: Experience with both MES systems and software automation platforms Experience with MES platforms such as Rockwell FactoryTalk ProductionCentre Experience with software automation platforms, preferably Automation Anywhere Experience with BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) Knowledge of integration methods and technologies across systems such as ERP, MES, and controls layers Experience with database and data tools such as Microsoft SQL Server (MSSQL), Snowflake data lake, and Alteryx Familiarity with Agile or DevOps methodologies Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies Take the next step in your career, apply today! #LI-PF1 #

LI-ONSITE

#CharterManufacturing #CharterCareers #CharterCasting #OneFamilyOneTeam The annual hiring range for this position is: $82,000-$102,500. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will depend on various factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, and qualifications. Compensation decisions are tailored to the unique circumstances of each position and candidate. We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).

OUR STORY

Charter Manufacturing is a family-owned group of diversified metals manufacturing businesses founded in 1936 and headquartered in Mequon, Wis. Our will to grow drives our success. It is fueled by a team of respected and dedicated employees committed to continuous improvement and an entrepreneurial spirit that thrives within the Charter family.

WE ARE INVESTED IN YOU

When you work at Charter Manufacturing you're part of a four-generation family business. That means, you're not just an employee, you're one of our family members. We believe in mutual trust. Employees are respected and empowered to explore new and better ways to impact the success of the company. Employees, at every level, are valued for their motivation to deliver the best products and service. We are in this together. Charter has a thriving team environment. Part of being a family means we collaborate, learn, thrive and benefit - together. We are committed to your future. The forward thinking and enthusiasm from our team drives us to create resources and opportunities for employees to learn, develop and create their own future. We celebrate you. We are successful because of our employees — and their great work doesn't go unnoticed. We recognize and reward our employees for their contributions. Visit our website to learn more about our family of companies. View our 2022 Sustainability Report. To review our data use practices, visit our Company Privacy Policy.

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